If your hard drive doesn't respond to your attempts to boot it, or if you hear pulsating noises coming from it when you try to access it, then possibility that your hard disk is dead. If this happens, it is possible that you are concerned about data on the hard drive. The dead hard drive must be repaired in order to access the data. Professional data recovery services are required to recover data from the hard drive.
What are the reasons that may lead
to a dead hard drive?
1. Physical Damage
Hard drive failure can result from exposure to heat, shock, or water. The drive's electronic components can be physically damaged by heat and water. It is possible to damage the hard drive of your laptop if you accidentally drop it. The hard drive may be damaged if you drop aheavy item on it.
2. Mechanical Damage
The mechanical components of a hard drive are prone to wear and tear. The drive's internal components can become faulty over time. Your hard drive will not be able to properly read, write or store data
if its head becomes weaker or crashes.
Notice: If your computer makes grinding or ticking sounds, it is a sign that
something is wrong. Your computer will then
crash or freeze even more. In such cases, seek expert assistance.
3. Logical Damage
Software-related errors can cause logical damage to the hard disk. These errors can be caused by many factors such as viruses,
corrupt files, file directory corruption, human error, and other factors. Your hard drive might not be able to boot due to logical
damage and may become unreadable.
4. Firmware Failure
The hard drive must immediately access the firmware on its platters. It will not boot if it is unable to access its firmware due
to platter damage, electronic failure, or other reasons. This is usually caused by a problem with the firmware. It doesn't have proper interaction with the hard drive or
the computer.
5. Poor Maintenance
Slow processing speeds and long boot sessions are two of the most
telling signs that a computer is not being maintained properly. It is essential to perform disk defragmentation at least
once per month in order to keep your computer's health. If your computer slows down after you have done this, it
could be a sign of a failing hard drive.
Signs of a Hard Drive Failure
1. Blue Screen of Death
You should back up your data immediately if your computer crashes
frequently or displays a Blue Screen of Death (BSOD). A failing hard drive can be identified by a random PC crash or BSOD.
Notice: You can still read the drive if you have access to it. If not, take
backup immediately. Do not attempt to repair it yourself if you are unable to read the
drive. So, for recovering
your data, consult with a data recovery expert.
2. Error Messages
Disk issues are more likely to cause error messages. Run a SMART test to determine if you are receiving error messages.
You can also inspect one drive at a given time. Follow these steps to do this:
·
Right-click the drive to selectProperties.
· Go tothe tools
·
Tap onCheck out.
If the disk tests reveal warning signs, it could be an issue and you
need to fix it.
3. Sudden Data Loss
Data loss can occur when your hard drive has problems or you may lose some files on your computer. Check the hard drive by using SMART disk test orspecific drive tests.
4. Clicking Noises
Hard drive failure can be identified by clicking, grinding and ticking
sounds. To avoid data loss, you should
immediately back up your drive in such an instance.
5. Delayed Working
A sign of hard drive failure is slowing down and long boot sessions. To determine the cause of the slowdown, run a SMART test.
How do I recover data from a hard drive that is dead?
Dead hard drives can be difficult to repair and recover data from it. You should not attempt to repair a dead or damaged hard drive on your
own. Consult a data recovery professional can save your data. Stellar is a professional data recovery company that can help you
recover your datafrom the dead hard
drives.
Below guidelines will help you to protect you from data
loss:
·
Removing hard drive from desktop or
laptop
· Do not attempt to remove the screws from your hard drive.Talk to a data
recovery specialist.
· In a data recovery laboratory, let the data recovery experts handle your drive.Data recovery labs are conducted in controlled environments such as the Class 100 Cleanroom lab to protect your data from further damage.
Stellar boasts more than 25 years’ experience in data recovery. They promise up to 100% data restoration. Stellar's skilled professionals work in the Class 100Clean Room Lab to recover data from dead hard drives.
Class 100Clean Room is a laboratory with controlled airborne particles, controlled temperature, humidity, and pressure. This isspecifically designed for scientific research and product manufacturing. They are highly skilled to recover your data from the severely hard drive .