When disaster strikes.
Posted by Marius on 03 Oct 2007 at 04:28 pm | Tagged as: General
Data Recovery
Follow these simple steps if and when a data-disaster happens:
• 1. Turn the computer off. If a hard drive is making any sort of unusual sounds (including the dreaded clicking) it is imperative that the computer is shut down immediately to avoid further damage to the data. Rebooting or continuing to let a failing drive run can literally make it self-destruct.
• 2. Never attempt to fix the problem yourself. By opening or operating on a hard drive without the proper knowledge, tools or environment, one could potentially cause more problems for the drive and the data, resulting in less of a chance for an affordable, successful recovery.
• 3. Be wary of do-it-yourself data recovery software. In most cases, users have only one chance to recover data. Though purchasing at-home recovery programs can seem like a less expensive alternative, it can be a dangerous one.
• 4. Research* and call a professional. *Note: Researching the company prior to sending in the failed drive is imperative to getting a successful result. Just because a company claims to have the capability to handle your data doesn’t mean that they really do.
We would be happy to assist and give a professional service.
