A university student in Newcastle Upon Tyne contacted Newcastle Data Recovery after their Kingston DataTraveler USB Stick suffered physical damage. The reported issues included:
- The USB stick was physically bent or broken while plugged into a laptop.
- The device was no longer recognized by any computer.
- The USB contained critical university coursework and research projects.
- The student had no backup of the files, making professional data recovery essential.
Since physical damage to a USB drive can sever internal connections, professional micro-soldering or chip-off data recovery techniques were required.
Our Expertise in Kingston USB Stick Data Recovery
With 25 years of experience, Newcastle Data Recovery specialises in:
✔ Recovering data from physically damaged USB sticks
✔ Micro-soldering and PCB repairs for broken USB connectors
✔ Using advanced NAND chip extraction and forensic recovery techniques
Diagnosis & Recovery Process
Upon receiving the Kingston DataTraveler USB, our engineers conducted a detailed forensic assessment. The key findings included:
- The USB connector had snapped off, preventing normal data access.
- The PCB board was cracked, affecting power delivery and data transmission.
- The NAND memory chip was intact, meaning data was still recoverable.
To successfully recover the student’s university coursework, we implemented a multi-step forensic USB recovery strategy:
Step 1: PCB Repair & Micro-Soldering
- Used precision micro-soldering to reconnect the USB controller and power lines.
- Verified power delivery and attempted to access the drive normally.
Step 2: NAND Chip Extraction & Direct Reading
- Since the PCB was too damaged for direct access, we removed the NAND memory chip.
- Used Acelabs PC Flash and specialised NAND readers to extract raw data.
Step 3: Data Reconstruction & File Recovery
- Converted raw NAND data into readable files using chip-off data recovery techniques.
- Successfully restored university coursework, research documents, and project files.
Step 4: Data Validation & Secure Transfer
- Verified all recovered files for accuracy and usability.
- Successfully transferred the recovered data to a secure external SSD.
- Provided guidance on USB storage best practices and backup solutions.
The Result
We successfully recovered 100% of the student’s lost university work, including:
✅ Essays, research papers, and coursework
✅ Presentations, spreadsheets, and project files
✅ Lecture notes, reference materials, and academic resources
The student was able to retrieve all critical files in time for their university deadlines.
Why Choose Newcastle Data Recovery for Kingston USB Stick Recovery?
✅ 25 Years of Expertise – Specialists in USB stick repair and NAND data recovery.
✅ Forensic-Level Data Extraction – Recovering files even from severely damaged devices.
✅ Fast & Reliable Service – Trusted by students, professionals, and businesses for 25 years.
If your Kingston DataTraveler USB Stick is broken, bent, or unresponsive, contact Newcastle Data Recovery today for expert USB data recovery services!