{"id":7084,"date":"2020-01-09T00:53:29","date_gmt":"2020-01-09T00:53:29","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/t.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/?p=7084"},"modified":"2025-03-05T11:51:28","modified_gmt":"2025-03-05T11:51:28","slug":"recover-files-crashed-hard-disk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/crashed-hard-drive-recovery.html","title":{"rendered":"How to Recover Files From a Crashed Hard Disk"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Experiencing a hard disk crash is always stressful, especially when it leads to losing valuable data. Fortunately, the stress associated with a hard drive crash doesn&#8217;t have to last long because multiple effective methods make it possible to recover data from a hard drive that has crashed.<\/p>\r\n<p><img class=\"border-gray border-radius-10 aligncenter wp-image-29915 size-full\" src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/recover-hard-disk-data.jpg\" alt=\"recover files from a crashed hard drive\" width=\"800\" height=\"470\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/recover-hard-disk-data.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/recover-hard-disk-data-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/recover-hard-disk-data-500x294.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/recover-hard-disk-data-768x451.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p>One highly effective method for performing data recovery from a crashed hard drive is data recovery software like\u00a0<a href=\"\/\">Disk Drill<\/a>. With its help, you can easily retrieve permanently deleted, formatted, or even corrupted data from internal and external hard drives.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"data_loss_scenarios_how_they_happen_and_what_you_can_do\"><\/span>Data Loss Scenarios: How They Happen and What You Can Do<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>Data loss from a crashed hard disk <b>has several common causes\u00a0<\/b>that can be divided into two major categories: logical problems and physical damage.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>A hard disk can also crash due to logical problems involving the disk&#8217;s file system and\/or data. These issues don&#8217;t involve physical harm to the disk itself but can still lead to significant data loss. In such cases, using <a href=\"\/hard-drive-data-recovery.html\">hard disk data recovery software<\/a> is an effective solution to retrieve lost or inaccessible data.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>Logical damage most commonly results from:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li><b>&#x1f5c2;&#xfe0f; File System Corruption<\/b>: This occurs when the system that manages how data is stored and retrieved becomes damaged. Such corruption can happen due to software crashes or improper shutdowns.<\/li>\r\n\t<li><b>&#x1f9a0; Virus Attacks<\/b>: Malicious software can corrupt, delete, hide, or modify your data. The good news is that some malware infections are fairly painless to recover from.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n\t<li><b>&#x2702;&#xfe0f; Partitioning Mistakes<\/b>: Incorrectly partitioning a hard drive, whether during the installation of a new OS or while trying to create new volumes, can lead to the loss of partitions and the data stored in them.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<div class=\"embed-responsive embed-responsive-16by9\">\r\n<iframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" class=\"embed-responsive-item\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JEpcJjoelLk?si=rhkOIUfftRTMl0qS\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe>\r\n\r\n<\/div>\r\n<p>Physical damage to the hard disk often results in irreversible data loss that necessitates consulting professional recovery services. For guidance on selecting a reliable service, visit <a href=\"\/howto\/best-data-recovery-services.html\">the best data recovery services<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n<p>Physical damage typically occurs as a result of:\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li>&#x1f975; <b>Device Overheating<\/b> &#8211; Laptops and PCs are prone to overheating if you\u2019re performing too many tasks at once, using heavy software or applications, or due to excessive usage, etc.<\/li>\r\n\t<li>&#x1f50c; <b>Power Fluctuations<\/b> &#8211; Sudden power surges or outages can cause severe damage to electrical devices. Be it an electrical storm or an unexpected power failure; these situations can lead to corrupt hard drives or even crashes.<\/li>\r\n\t<li>&#x1f529; <b>Improper handling<\/b> &#8211; Physical damage to the hard drive from improper handling of the device or unforeseen accidents can cause fatal damage to hard drives.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<div class=\"alert alert-danger\" role=\"alert\">&#x2757; If you&#8217;re faced with such a situation, ensure that you stop using the device immediately. Another common mistake most people make is clearing or emptying the recycle bin. This action completely removes the computer reference to where the files are stored. Instead, begin the data recovery process as soon as possible using one of the methods mentioned below.\u00a0<\/div>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"recover_data_from_a_corrupted_or_crashed_hard_drive_with_software\"><\/span>Recover Data from a Corrupted or Crashed Hard Drive with Software<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>Failed hard drive recovery of a corrupted or crashed hard drive is possible whenever logical damage has occurred\u2014you just need the right tool for the job.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>One highly capable and easy-to-use tool to retrieve data from a logically damaged hard drive is <a href=\"\/free-data-recovery.html\">Disk Drill<\/a>. Its intuitive user interface makes it accessible to users of all skill levels. At the same time, its powerful scanning engine can locate and recover lost files even in complex scenarios like partition loss, formatting, or accidental deletion from the Recycle Bin.<\/p>\r\n<p>Moreover, Disk Drill offers a comprehensive suite of features, such as <a href=\"\/help\/dmg-iso-backup.html\">disk image creation<\/a>\u00a0to create byte-by-byte disk backups, S.M.A.R.T. monitoring to keep tabs on your disk&#8217;s health, or scan result filtering, sorting, and previewing to help you find your missing files quickly and painlessly.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"alert alert-success\" role=\"alert\">&#x2705; Among these, the ability to create a byte-by-byte disk image is especially important for corrupted or crashed disks. If you have the means to make a byte-by-byte copy (access to another storage device with a large capacity), it is highly advisable to do so and scan this copy instead to minimize the use of the damaged drive.<\/div>\r\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\">\r\nvar fired2 = false;\r\nwindow.addEventListener('scroll', () => {\r\n    if (fired2 === false) {\r\n        fired2 = true;\r\n        setTimeout(() => {\r\n            var headID = document.getElementsByTagName(\"head\")[0];         \r\n            var newScript = document.createElement('script');\r\n            newScript.type = 'text\/javascript';\r\n            newScript.src = 'https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js';\r\n            headID.appendChild(newScript);\r\n                }, 1000)\r\n    } \/\/ endif\r\n});\r\n<\/script><p><\/p>\r\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\r\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">My raw footage hard drive failed for some reason, which also included everything for my course that I&#8217;ve been making. It took days, but <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Cleverfiles?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">@Cleverfiles<\/a> Disk Drill 100% saved the day. <br \/>\r\n<br \/>\r\nThis isn&#8217;t an ad, I&#8217;m just happy to have my stuff back- I tried everything else with no luck!<\/p>\r\n\r\n\u2014 Tom Buck (@sodarntom) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/sodarntom\/status\/1380934981728366593?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">April 10, 2021<\/a><\/blockquote>\r\n<p>\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"steps_to_recover_data_from_a_corrupted_or_crashed_hard_drive\"><\/span>Steps to Recover Data from a Corrupted or Crashed Hard Drive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<ol>\r\n\t<li><a href=\"\/download.html\">Download<\/a> and install Disk Drill for Windows or macOS on a separate physical drive. Use the unlimited preview to validate that your documents, photos, and project files are still readable. Windows users can then recover up to 100 MB for free to rescue priority folders before moving on.<div class=\"relative bottom download__block\">\r\n            <div class=\"d-flex align-center download__block__inner\">\r\n                <div class=\"download__block__image-wrapper\">\r\n                <div class=\"download__block__image\">\r\n                    <img src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/sidebar-ban-96.png\" srcset=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/sidebar-ban-2x-1.png 2x\" alt=\"Disk Drill\" width=\"96\" height=\"96\">        \r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"download__block__announce\">\r\n                    <b>download-block-title<\/b><br>\r\n                    download-block-text \r\n                <\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"download__block__action\">\r\n                    <a href=\"\/\/download.html\" data-href-mac=\/\/disk-drill-mac.html data-href-win=\/\/disk-drill-win.html class=\"button button-green btn-md osreplace\">\r\n<svg width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\r\n<path d=\"M11.9546 7.293C11.8736 7.114 11.6956 7 11.4996 7H9.49957V0.5C9.49957 0.224 9.27557 0 8.99957 0H6.99957C6.72357 0 6.49957 0.224 6.49957 0.5V7H4.49957C4.30357 7 4.12557 7.115 4.04457 7.293C3.96257 7.472 3.99457 7.681 4.12357 7.829L7.62357 11.829C7.71857 11.938 7.85557 12 7.99957 12C8.14357 12 8.28057 11.937 8.37557 11.829L11.8756 7.829C12.0056 7.682 12.0356 7.472 11.9546 7.293Z\" fill=\"white\"\/>\r\n<path d=\"M13.5 11V14H2.5V11H0.5V15C0.5 15.553 0.948 16 1.5 16H14.5C15.053 16 15.5 15.553 15.5 15V11H13.5Z\" fill=\"white\"\/>\r\n<\/svg>\r\ndownload-block-button-text\r\n<\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n        <\/div> <\/li>\r\n\t<li>Click on <b>Byte-to-byte Backup<\/b>. This is where we\u2019ll create a byte-to-byte image of the corrupted or crashed hard drive.<img class=\"border-blue border-radius-10 aligncenter wp-image-53638 size-full\" src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/drive-backup.jpg\" alt=\"Accessing the byte-to-byte backup feature.\" width=\"1370\" height=\"793\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/drive-backup.jpg 1370w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/drive-backup-300x174.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/drive-backup-500x289.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/drive-backup-768x445.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1370px) 100vw, 1370px\" \/><\/li>\r\n\t<li>Select the problematic drive, then click <b>Byte-to-byte Backup<\/b>.<img class=\"border-blue border-radius-10 aligncenter wp-image-53637 size-full\" src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/create-drive-backup.jpg\" alt=\"Creating a byte-to-byte backup.\" width=\"1368\" height=\"802\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/create-drive-backup.jpg 1368w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/create-drive-backup-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/create-drive-backup-500x293.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/create-drive-backup-768x450.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1368px) 100vw, 1368px\" \/><\/li>\r\n\t<li>Choose where you want to store the image, and optionally, give it a new name. Seeing as this is a complete backup of your drive, you will need to save it to one of equal size or higher. When you\u2019re ready to create it, click <b>OK<\/b>.<img class=\"border-blue border-radius-10 aligncenter wp-image-53635 size-full\" src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/backup-options.jpg\" alt=\"Choosing the backup options.\" width=\"1372\" height=\"793\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/backup-options.jpg 1372w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/backup-options-300x173.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/backup-options-500x289.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/backup-options-768x444.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1372px) 100vw, 1372px\" \/><\/li>\r\n\t<li>Return to <b>Storage Devices<\/b> once the image is created, then click <b>Attach disk image<\/b>. Select the image that you just created.<img class=\"border-blue border-radius-10 aligncenter wp-image-53634 size-full\" src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/attach-disk-image-1.jpg\" alt=\"Attaching the disk image.\" width=\"1372\" height=\"792\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/attach-disk-image-1.jpg 1372w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/attach-disk-image-1-300x173.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/attach-disk-image-1-500x289.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/attach-disk-image-1-768x443.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1372px) 100vw, 1372px\" \/><\/li>\r\n\t<li>Select the disk image, then click <b>Search for lost data<\/b> to begin the search. Disk Drill will automatically apply its advanced recovery algorithms in the optimal order.<img class=\"border-blue border-radius-10 aligncenter wp-image-53633 size-full\" src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/search-disk-image.jpg\" alt=\"Searching the disk image for recoverable data.\" width=\"1374\" height=\"799\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/search-disk-image.jpg 1374w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/search-disk-image-300x174.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/search-disk-image-500x291.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/search-disk-image-768x447.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1374px) 100vw, 1374px\" \/><\/li>\r\n\t<li>Click <b>Review found items<\/b> to explore what Disk Drill has found at any point of the scan. Depending on several factors, like the size of the drive, its speed, and its condition, it might take some time. If you\u2019re scanning the drive directly, it\u2019s important that you don\u2019t interrupt the scanning process.<img class=\"border-blue border-radius-10 aligncenter wp-image-53632 size-full\" src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/review-found-data.jpg\" alt=\"Reviewing the data that was found.\" width=\"1387\" height=\"802\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/review-found-data.jpg 1387w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/review-found-data-300x173.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/review-found-data-500x289.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/review-found-data-768x444.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1387px) 100vw, 1387px\" \/><\/li>\r\n\t<li>Analyze scan results and look for your lost files. Disk Drill allows you to preview the data so you can discern which files are intact and worthy of recovery. The <b>Recovery chances<\/b> column also gives you an indication. Keep in mind, however, that you may still be able to repair corrupted data that you come across, so it might be worth recovering as well. When ready, click <b>Recover<\/b>.<img class=\"border-blue border-radius-10 aligncenter wp-image-53631 size-full\" src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/recover-selected-data.jpg\" alt=\"Recovering selected files.\" width=\"1370\" height=\"797\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/recover-selected-data.jpg 1370w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/recover-selected-data-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/recover-selected-data-500x291.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/recover-selected-data-768x447.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1370px) 100vw, 1370px\" \/><\/li>\r\n\t<li>Choose a suitable recovery destination for your lost files. Make sure the recovery destination is located on a storage device different from your crashed hard drive to avoid overwriting. Likewise, be sure to confirm you have enough space on the drive before recovering. When you\u2019re ready, click <b>Next<\/b>.<img class=\"border-blue border-radius-10 aligncenter wp-image-53636 size-full\" src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/confirm-drive-recovery.jpg\" alt=\"Confirming drive recovery.\" width=\"1365\" height=\"795\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/confirm-drive-recovery.jpg 1365w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/confirm-drive-recovery-300x175.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/confirm-drive-recovery-500x291.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/confirm-drive-recovery-768x447.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1365px) 100vw, 1365px\" \/><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"recover_data_with_a_hard_drive_data_recovery_service\"><\/span>Recover Data with a Hard Drive Data Recovery Service<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p><img class=\"border-gray border-radius-10 aligncenter wp-image-42793 size-full\" src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/hard-drive-data-recovery-service.jpg\" alt=\"hard drive data recovery service\" width=\"864\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/hard-drive-data-recovery-service.jpg 864w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/hard-drive-data-recovery-service-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/hard-drive-data-recovery-service-500x278.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/hard-drive-data-recovery-service-768x428.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 864px) 100vw, 864px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p>Put simply, DIY recovery software will only work in certain situations. Accidental deletion, file system corruption, and missing partitions are all situations where data recovery software works great. However, for a drive that has sustained physical or mechanical damage that\u2019s stopping it from powering on or being recognized by any system, the only option left is to consult a data recovery professional.<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"alert alert-info\" role=\"alert\"><b>&#x1f4ac; Expert Tip:<\/b> About half of the cases we handle involve hardware failures, like hard drive read\/write heads or spindle motor crashes, SSD wear and tear issues, as well as physical damage from things like water or fire. For these situations, we often use clean rooms and clean benches to repair the storage before recovering the data.\u201d &#8211; Andrey Vasilyev, CFE at ACE Data Recovery Lab.<\/div>\r\n<p>Just like when you\u2019re weighing up your options for data recovery software, it\u2019s important to take a close look at what each data recovery service has to offer. Here are some qualities to look for:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li><b>No data, no charge<\/b> &#8211; Look for a data recovery service that won\u2019t charge you unless something of value is recovered. This way, you won\u2019t be burdened with high fees and nothing to show for it.<\/li>\r\n\t<li><b>Certified cleanroom<\/b> &#8211; Recovering data from physically damaged storage devices often requires opening them up. Therefore, it\u2019s good to choose a provider with ISO-certified cleanrooms (e.g. Class 100 or Class 10) to prevent contamination that could further damage the device.<\/li>\r\n\t<li><b>Data privacy obligations<\/b> &#8211; Your data is going to be visible during recovery, but that doesn\u2019t mean it has to be available to others. Be sure to use a service that follows strict privacy policies like non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) and secure data handling and destruction policies.<\/li>\r\n\t<li><b>Specialist recovery<\/b> &#8211; Certain data recovery labs specialize in recovery from specific devices. A specialty service that regularly works with the type of storage device you\u2019re recovering data from might yield better results.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>You\u2019ll find data recovery centers all across the world, but not all of them are cut from the same cloth. Here are three popular recovery centers.<\/p>\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ace_data_recovery\"><\/span>ACE Data Recovery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p><img class=\"border-blue border-radius-10 aligncenter wp-image-53642 size-full\" src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ace-data-recovery.jpg\" alt=\"Cleverfiles Data Recovery homepage.\" width=\"1326\" height=\"880\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ace-data-recovery.jpg 1326w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ace-data-recovery-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ace-data-recovery-500x332.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/ace-data-recovery-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1326px) 100vw, 1326px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"\/data-recovery-center.html\">ACE Data Recovery<\/a> is one of the oldest and most experienced data recovery firms, boasting a 98% success rate since opening in 1981. They specialize in HDD, SSD, RAID, mobile, virtual, and server recovery, handling cases deemed &#8220;unrecoverable&#8221; by others. Their Class 100 cleanroom, in-house labs, and proprietary recovery tools ensure secure and efficient data retrieval. Offering free assessments, emergency recovery, and remote services, they prioritize speed, reliability, and affordability. Their no-recovery, no-charge policy, and high customer satisfaction make them a trusted leader in data recovery.<\/p>\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"salvagedata\"><\/span>SalvageData<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p><img class=\"border-blue border-radius-10 aligncenter wp-image-53643 size-full\" src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/salvagedata.jpg\" alt=\"SalvageData homepage.\" width=\"1333\" height=\"887\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/salvagedata.jpg 1333w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/salvagedata-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/salvagedata-500x333.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/salvagedata-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1333px) 100vw, 1333px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.salvagedata.com\/\">SalvageData<\/a> is a certified data recovery service specializing in HDD, SSD, RAID, and flash storage recovery with SOC Type-3 security, HIPAA compliance, and an ISO-5 cleanroom. They offer a no data, no charge policy and handle cases ranging from accidental deletion to ransomware attacks.<\/p>\r\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"secure_data_recovery\"><\/span>Secure Data Recovery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\r\n<p><img class=\"border-blue border-radius-10 aligncenter wp-image-53641 size-full\" src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/secure-data-recovery.jpg\" alt=\"Secure Data Recovery homepage.\" width=\"1332\" height=\"878\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/secure-data-recovery.jpg 1332w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/secure-data-recovery-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/secure-data-recovery-500x330.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/secure-data-recovery-768x506.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1332px) 100vw, 1332px\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.securedatarecovery.com\/\">Secure Data Recovery<\/a> is a leading data recovery service with a 96% success rate and labs across North America and the UK. They specialize in HDD, SSD, RAID, phone, and server recovery, offering on-site and emergency services. Their Class 10 ISO 4 cleanroom, extensive replacement parts inventory, and proprietary recovery techniques ensure high success rates. They also have a no data, no charge policy and provide free diagnostics.<\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"perform_corrupted_hard_drive_recovery_using_chkdsk_or_first_aid\"><\/span>Perform Corrupted Hard Drive Recovery Using CHKDSK or First Aid.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>Besides Disk Drill, there are several other tools and methods that can help you perform corrupted hard drive data recovery. Some of these tools are included with your operating system, so you just need to put them to good use\u2014no need to download anything.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p><b>One such built-in tool for Windows users is CHKDSK (Check Disk)<\/b>. This utility scans the integrity of your file system and hard disk. It focuses on trying to repair logical file system errors, and therefore it will only work if the file system is intact or only the boot sector of the NTFS file system is damaged. It can also find bad sectors and recover readable information from those sectors.<\/p>\r\n<div class=\"alert alert-warning\" role=\"alert\">&#x26a0;&#xfe0f; However, it&#8217;s important to note that while tools like CHKDSK may improve the disk&#8217;s condition by repairing file system errors and isolating bad sectors, this process can sometimes render certain files unrecoverable by excluding bad blocks from use. Be sure to recover your data first, or back it up before using this tool.<\/div>\r\n<p>Here\u2019s how you can run the CHKDSK command and repair your hard drive:<\/p>\r\n<ol>\r\n\t<li>Press <kbd>Win<\/kbd> + <kbd>X<\/kbd>, select the <b>Command Prompt (Admin)<\/b> option.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Type <code>chkdsk<\/code> and press <b>Enter<\/b> to analyze the errors in your damaged hard drive.<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Type <code>chkdsk C: \/r \/x<\/code> to fix the drive (here, C is the drive letter of your corrupted hard drive).\u00a0<br \/>\r\n<img class=\"border-gray border-radius-10 aligncenter wp-image-49360 size-full\" src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/chkdsk-windows-screenshot-1.jpg\" alt=\"chkdsk windows screenshot\" width=\"1002\" height=\"662\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/chkdsk-windows-screenshot-1.jpg 1002w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/chkdsk-windows-screenshot-1-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/chkdsk-windows-screenshot-1-500x330.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/chkdsk-windows-screenshot-1-768x507.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1002px) 100vw, 1002px\" \/><\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<div class=\"alert alert-secondary\" role=\"alert\">&#x23f3; CHKDSK can take some time to run, especially on larger disks or those with severe file system corruption. Don\u2019t be alarmed if this takes several hours, so if you feel like it\u2019s not working, let it run \u2013 avoid interrupting the scan.<\/div>\r\n<p><b>For Mac users, First Aid is the go-to tool<\/b> <b>for diagnosing and repairing minor logical issues in your file system<\/b>. Accessible through the Disk Utility, First Aid checks the partition maps on the disk and verifies and repairs the file system. Keep in mind that if your disk or partition is encrypted with FileVault, you\u2019ll need to unlock it with your password before First Aid can be used.<\/p>\r\n<p>To run First Aid on your corrupted hard drive:\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<ol>\r\n\t<li>Open Disk Utility through Spotlight (Press <kbd>Command<\/kbd> + <kbd>Space<\/kbd>).<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Select the concerned disk or volume, then click <b>First Aid<\/b>.<img class=\"border-gray border-radius-10 aligncenter wp-image-53669 size-full\" src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/run-first-aid-on-crushed-hdd.jpg\" alt=\"first aid macos on Apacer HDD\" width=\"2309\" height=\"1249\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/run-first-aid-on-crushed-hdd.jpg 2309w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/run-first-aid-on-crushed-hdd-300x162.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/run-first-aid-on-crushed-hdd-500x270.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/run-first-aid-on-crushed-hdd-768x415.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/run-first-aid-on-crushed-hdd-1536x831.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.cleverfiles.com\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/run-first-aid-on-crushed-hdd-2048x1108.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 2309px) 100vw, 2309px\" \/><\/li>\r\n\t<li>After the First Aid runs, you\u2019ll know if Disk Utility detected or fixed any issues.\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<p>Once the process is complete, your hard drive will be repaired and ready to go! If First Aid was unable to scan the drive, you can also try running it using the console command \u201cfsck\u201d in Terminal instead.<\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"tips_to_avoid_data_loss_from_a_hard_drive\"><\/span>Tips to Avoid Data Loss from a Hard Drive<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>Here are some tips to help you prevent data loss from a hard drive.<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li>&#x1f4ca; <b>Monitor S.M.A.R.T. values.<\/b> Modern HDDs include S.M.A.R.T. technology which is responsible for monitoring your drives health and reporting it to you. You can view your S.M.A.R.T. data with tools like <a href=\"https:\/\/crystalmark.info\/en\/software\/crystaldiskinfo\/\">CrystalDiskInfo<\/a>. Some S.M.A.R.T. attributes are more important than others when it comes to the overall health of your drive, particularly the Read Error Rate, Throughput Performance, Reallocated Sectors Count, and Seek Error Rate. If any of these values start climbing at an alarming rate, or are already very high, replace the drive. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hdsentinel.com\/smart\/\">This resource from HD Sentinel<\/a> is excellent if you wish to learn more.<\/li>\r\n\t<li>&#x1fab6; <b>Take precautions to keep the drive safe.<\/b> Mechanical hard drives are sensitive to shock and vibration which can damage the moving parts inside the drive, like the platters. These drives also have an operable temperature range that you shouldn\u2019t exceed. A stable surface that allows sufficient airflow is ideal for a computer. You can combat vibrations by equipping desktops with rubber grommets or anti-vibration mounts, and laptops can sit on a soft surface that doesn\u2019t obstruct airflow.<\/li>\r\n\t<li><b>&#x1f512; Encrypt with care.<\/b> Decryption requires an exact, unchanged data structure to work. If an encrypted data block is corrupted, even slightly, it could cause the decryption process to fail, rendering the entire disk inaccessible. This further speaks to the importance of monitoring your drive\u2019s health to stay on top of potential issues.<\/li>\r\n\t<li>&#x1f4bd; <b>Implement a backup strategy.<\/b> While creating <a href=\"\/help\/dmg-iso-backup.html\">byte-level backups<\/a> is useful for recovery situations, it cannot replace a reliable backup strategy that\u2019s implemented with intention. A reliable and relatively straightforward backup strategy is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.veeam.com\/blog\/321-backup-rule.html\">3-2-1 backup rule<\/a>. This involves keeping 3 separate backups of your data across 2 different storage mediums, keeping 1 backup off-site or in the cloud to protect against environmental damage.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<div class=\"related_posts\"><div class=\"related_posts__inner\"><div class=\"h4\">Read also<\/div><div class=\"related_post\"><div class=\"related_post_item\"><div class=\"related_post_img\"><img src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Frame-62.png\" alt=\"disk\" width=\"140\" height=\"160\" \/><\/div><div class=\"related_post_content\"><a target=\"_self\" href=\"\/hard-drive-data-recovery.html\" class=\"related_post_link\">Hard Drive Recovery Software<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"related_post\"><div class=\"related_post_item\"><div class=\"related_post_img\"><img src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/hard-drive.png\" alt=\"hard drive recovery software\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" \/><\/div><div class=\"related_post_content\"><a target=\"_self\" href=\"\/howto\/dead-hard-drive-recovery.html\" class=\"related_post_link\">How to Recover Data from a Dead Hard Drive<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"related_post\"><div class=\"related_post_item\"><div class=\"related_post_img\"><img src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/Frame-61.png\" alt=\"recover data\" width=\"140\" height=\"160\" \/><\/div><div class=\"related_post_content\"><a target=\"_self\" href=\"\/howto\/recover-files-external-hard-drive.html\" class=\"related_post_link\">Recover Deleted Files from External Hard Drive<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"related_post\"><div class=\"related_post_item\"><div class=\"related_post_img\"><img src=\"\/howto\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/hard-drive.png\" alt=\"hard drive recovery software\" width=\"144\" height=\"144\" \/><\/div><div class=\"related_post_content\"><a target=\"_self\" href=\"\/howto\/best-data-recovery-services.html\" class=\"related_post_link\">Hard Disk Data Recovery Services<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>When you need to recover files from a crashed hard drive that has suffered logical damage, your first option should be to use <b>Disk Drill data recovery software<\/b>. It\u2019s a reliable and user-friendly solution that can get your data back in a few clicks.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n<p>In cases where the drive is damaged physically and cannot be accessed by your system, a software solution is not sufficient. You need to use a reputable recovery company like <a href=\"\/data-recovery-center.html\">Cleverfiles Data Recovery Service<\/a>. Whatever kind of data loss issue you are experiencing, the experts at Cleverfiles have a solution.<\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"faq\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<div><section itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\">\r\n<div style=\"border-bottom: 00px solid rgb(213, 217, 217);\" class=\"panel panel-default faq-block\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" role=\"tablist\">\r\n            <div class=\"panel-heading\" role=\"tab\" id=\"heading1\">\r\n                <div class=\"panel-title\" itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                    <a class=\"toggle-link transition-all collapsed\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-item-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse-item-1\"><h3 class=\"panel-title\">How do I get files off a hard drive that won't boot?<\/h3>                   \r\n                    \t<svg class=\"transition-all panel-toggle\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\r\n                            <g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\">\r\n                                <path d=\"M7,7 L7,0 L9,0 L9,7 L16,7 L16,9 L9,9 L9,16 L7,16 L7,9 L0,9 L0,7 L7,7 Z\" fill=\"#000000\"><\/path>\r\n                            <\/g>\r\n                        <\/svg>\r\n                   <\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div id=\"collapse-item-1\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"heading1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" style=\"\">\r\n              <div class=\"panel-body\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\r\n<div itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                <p>Here are two methods to get files off a hard drive that won\u2019t boot.<\/p>\r\n<p><b>Method 1:<\/b><\/p>\r\n<ol>\r\n\t<li>Connect the drive to a working computer either with a USB cable or by removing the damaged drive and putting it in an external disk enclosure.<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Access the drive and move the files to a safe storage location.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<p><b>Method 2:<\/b><\/p>\r\n<ol>\r\n\t<li>Use a previously created bootable emergency disk or create one on another computer.<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Change the boot sequence in the BIOS on the original computer.<\/li>\r\n\t<li>Start the computer from the bootable disk and move the data from the damaged disk to a safe storage location.<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n<p><\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\r\n              <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div style=\"border-bottom: 00px solid rgb(213, 217, 217);\" class=\"panel panel-default faq-block\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" role=\"tablist\">\r\n            <div class=\"panel-heading\" role=\"tab\" id=\"heading2\">\r\n                <div class=\"panel-title\" itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                    <a class=\"toggle-link transition-all collapsed\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-item-2\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse-item-2\"><h3 class=\"panel-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"can_files_be_recovered_from_a_failed_hard_drive\"><\/span>Can files be recovered from a failed hard drive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>                   \r\n                    \t<svg class=\"transition-all panel-toggle\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\r\n                            <g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\">\r\n                                <path d=\"M7,7 L7,0 L9,0 L9,7 L16,7 L16,9 L9,9 L9,16 L7,16 L7,9 L0,9 L0,7 L7,7 Z\" fill=\"#000000\"><\/path>\r\n                            <\/g>\r\n                        <\/svg>\r\n                   <\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div id=\"collapse-item-2\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"heading2\" aria-expanded=\"false\" style=\"\">\r\n              <div class=\"panel-body\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\r\n<div itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                <p>Yes, files can often be recovered from a failed hard drive, depending on the type of failure. If the failure is logical, such as due to corrupted files or a damaged file system, you can potentially <a href=\"\/recover-deleted-files.html\">recover files<\/a> at home using data recovery software. However, if the failure is physical, such as from a damaged disk or mechanical failure, home recovery is not feasible. In these cases, it&#8217;s essential to consult skilled data recovery professionals.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\r\n              <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div style=\"border-bottom: 00px solid rgb(213, 217, 217);\" class=\"panel panel-default faq-block\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" role=\"tablist\">\r\n            <div class=\"panel-heading\" role=\"tab\" id=\"heading3\">\r\n                <div class=\"panel-title\" itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                    <a class=\"toggle-link transition-all collapsed\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-item-3\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse-item-3\"><h3 class=\"panel-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_much_does_hard_drive_data_recovery_cost\"><\/span>How much does hard drive data recovery cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>                   \r\n                    \t<svg class=\"transition-all panel-toggle\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\r\n                            <g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\">\r\n                                <path d=\"M7,7 L7,0 L9,0 L9,7 L16,7 L16,9 L9,9 L9,16 L7,16 L7,9 L0,9 L0,7 L7,7 Z\" fill=\"#000000\"><\/path>\r\n                            <\/g>\r\n                        <\/svg>\r\n                   <\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div id=\"collapse-item-3\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"heading3\" aria-expanded=\"false\" style=\"\">\r\n              <div class=\"panel-body\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\r\n<div itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                <p>That depends on which approach you choose:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n\t<li><b>Professional recovery<\/b>: The cost of professional data recovery depends on the state of the hard drive, the amount of lost data, and other factors. In the US, data recovery professionals typically charge between $100 to $300 per hour, so it may cost over $1,000 to recover a single hard drive.<\/li>\r\n\t<li><b>DIY data recovery software<\/b>: The cost of DIY data recovery software applications is relatively low, with the average price being around $90. What\u2019s more, some premium software applications make it possible to recover a certain amount of data for free.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p><\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\r\n              <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div style=\"border-bottom: 00px solid rgb(213, 217, 217);\" class=\"panel panel-default faq-block\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" role=\"tablist\">\r\n            <div class=\"panel-heading\" role=\"tab\" id=\"heading4\">\r\n                <div class=\"panel-title\" itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                    <a class=\"toggle-link transition-all collapsed\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-item-4\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse-item-4\"><h3 class=\"panel-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_do_i_revive_a_damaged_hard_drive\"><\/span>How do I revive a damaged hard drive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>                   \r\n                    \t<svg class=\"transition-all panel-toggle\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\r\n                            <g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\">\r\n                                <path d=\"M7,7 L7,0 L9,0 L9,7 L16,7 L16,9 L9,9 L9,16 L7,16 L7,9 L0,9 L0,7 L7,7 Z\" fill=\"#000000\"><\/path>\r\n                            <\/g>\r\n                        <\/svg>\r\n                   <\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div id=\"collapse-item-4\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"heading4\" aria-expanded=\"false\" style=\"\">\r\n              <div class=\"panel-body\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\r\n<div itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                <p>Reviving a broken hard drive is not a trivial exercise. You should choose to use a reputable disk recovery company like Cleverfiles Data Recovery. For reliable and efficient recovery, it&#8217;s advisable to turn to a reputable disk recovery company such as Cleverfiles Data Recovery. They employ sophisticated cloning techniques to meticulously extract data from the damaged drive and copy it to a new, fully functional physical drive.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n                <div class=\"clearfix\"><\/div>\r\n              <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div style=\"border-bottom: 01px solid rgb(213, 217, 217);\" class=\"panel panel-default faq-block\" itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Question\" role=\"tablist\">\r\n            <div class=\"panel-heading\" role=\"tab\" id=\"heading5\">\r\n                <div class=\"panel-title\" itemprop=\"name\">\r\n                    <a class=\"toggle-link transition-all collapsed\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" href=\"#collapse-item-5\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse-item-5\"><h3 class=\"panel-title\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how_do_you_fix_a_hard_drive_failure\"><\/span>How do you fix a hard drive failure?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>                   \r\n                    \t<svg class=\"transition-all panel-toggle\" width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\">\r\n                            <g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\">\r\n                                <path d=\"M7,7 L7,0 L9,0 L9,7 L16,7 L16,9 L9,9 L9,16 L7,16 L7,9 L0,9 L0,7 L7,7 Z\" fill=\"#000000\"><\/path>\r\n                            <\/g>\r\n                        <\/svg>\r\n                   <\/a>\r\n                <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n            <div id=\"collapse-item-5\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-labelledby=\"heading5\" aria-expanded=\"false\" style=\"\">\r\n              <div class=\"panel-body\" itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\r\n<div itemprop=\"text\">\r\n                <p>The approach depends on the nature of the failure. 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