Newcastle upon Tyne Data Recovery – 25 Years of Excellence
With over 25 years in business, we are Newcastle upon Tyne’s trusted data recovery experts, specializing in professional data recovery services for all types of hard drives and addressing all types of issues. Whether you’re dealing with physical damage, logical errors, or hardware failures, we are here to help you recover your valuable data.
Why Choose Us?
- 25 Years of Experience: A proven track record of successful data recovery.
- All Drive Types Supported: Recovery from HDDs, SSDs, and hybrid drives.
- Comprehensive Diagnostics: Free evaluation to identify and resolve your issue.
- Advanced Technology: Industry-leading tools and cleanrooms to ensure the best recovery success rates.
Hard Drive Brands We Recover From
We support data recovery from all major hard drive brands, including:
- Seagate
- Western Digital (WD)
- Toshiba
- Hitachi (HGST)
- Samsung
- Crucial (Micron Technology)
- ADATA
- Intel
- SanDisk (A Western Digital Company)
- Kingston Technology
Hard Drive Interfaces We Support
We recover data from hard drives with the following interfaces:
- SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment)
- PATA (Parallel Advanced Technology Attachment – IDE)
- NVMe (Non-Volatile Memory Express)
- SCSI (Small Computer System Interface)
- SAS (Serial Attached SCSI)
- PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express)
- M.2 Interface
- U.2 Interface
- eSATA (External SATA)
Common Hard Drive Issues We Handle
Mechanical Failures:
- Head Crash: The read/write heads physically contact the platters, causing scratches and data loss. Often due to impact or sudden movement.
- Motor Failure: The drive motor fails to spin the platters, often indicated by no sound or clicking noises.
- Stiction: The heads become “stuck” to the platters, preventing them from spinning.
- Bearing Failure: Worn-out bearings cause excessive noise (grinding, whirring) and can lead to head crashes.
Logical Failures:
- Accidental Deletion: Files are deleted from the operating system, but the data may still be recoverable if not overwritten.
- Accidental Formatting: The drive is formatted, erasing all data. Recovery is possible if no new data has been written.
- File System Corruption: The file system structure is damaged, making files inaccessible. This can be due to software errors, power outages, or improper shutdowns.
- Virus/Malware Infection: Malicious software can damage or encrypt files, making them unusable.
- Partition Table Damage: The information about drive partitions is lost, making the partitions and their data inaccessible.
Firmware Issues:
- Firmware Corruption: The drive’s internal software (firmware) becomes corrupted, leading to malfunctions and data inaccessibility.
- Firmware Updates Gone Wrong: An interrupted or faulty firmware update can render the drive unusable.
Electrical Issues:
- PCB (Printed Circuit Board) Failure: Damage to the drive’s electronic board due to power surges, static electricity, or physical damage.
- Power Supply Issues: Inconsistent or insufficient power can cause drive malfunctions and data corruption.
Bad Sectors:
- Bad Sectors (Physical): Damaged areas on the platter surface that can no longer reliably store data.
- Bad Sectors (Logical): Errors in the file system that mark sectors as bad even if they are physically fine.
SSD-Specific Issues:
- SSD Controller Failure: The controller chip on the SSD malfunctions, making the drive inaccessible.
- NAND Flash Wear: Over time, the flash memory cells in SSDs degrade, leading to data loss.
- Sudden Power Loss During Write Operation: Can corrupt data being written to the SSD.
Other Issues:
- Water/Liquid Damage: Exposure to liquids can cause short circuits and corrosion, damaging drive components.
- Fire/Heat Damage: Extreme heat can warp platters, melt components, and cause irreversible data loss.
Contact Us for Free Diagnostics Today!
If you’re dealing with data loss, don’t wait! Our professional team in Newcastle upon Tyne is equipped to handle all hard drive issues with expert care and precision.
Contact us today for a free diagnostic and fast, professional recovery services!