Hard drive data recovery. Is the chance high for a PC

My hard drive crashed recently, and I really understand the despair. All the important files were gone, and I had to bite the bullet and find a way to recover Hard drive data. In fact, don't panic, in many cases, the data can still be recovered. Here I share three methods, from doing it yourself to finding professional services, see which one is suitable for you.

Method 1: Try hard drive data recovery software
If the hard drive can still be recognized by the computer, but the files are lost or deleted by mistake, you can try some data recovery software, such as Reccuva, Data Recovery, and R-Stuiio. These tools will scan the hard drive and try to recover the files marked as "deleted".

• Applicable scenarios: The hard drive is not completely broken and can still be displayed in the system.
• Advantages: You can do it yourself, save money, and the operation is simple.
• Disadvantages: If the hard drive is physically damaged or the data is repeatedly written, the probability of recovery is low.

This is the most basic Hard drive data recovery method, which is still very useful for minor problems.

Method 2: Try to repair the hard drive
If the hard drive has a minor hardware problem, such as a loose interface or a burnt circuit board, you can try:

Use an external hard drive box to connect and see if you can read the data.

Replace the circuit board of the same model (requires some hands-on skills).

• Applicable scenarios: Hardware damage but not serious.
• Pros: Low cost of self-help, suitable for experienced friends.
• Disadvantages: Improper operation may make the problem worse, and it is not recommended for people with no hands-on experience.

This method is a risky option for Hard drive data recovery, but it may work wonders for simple hardware problems.

Method 3: Find a professional data recovery service
If the hard drive does not rotate at all or makes strange noises, don't mess around with it yourself, and quickly find a professional hard drive data recovery service. They have clean rooms and professional equipment to maximize the recovery success rate.

• Applicable scenarios: The hard drive is severely physically damaged and the data is very important.
• Pros: High recovery success rate, especially suitable for physical failures.
• Disadvantages: The price is relatively expensive, ranging from hundreds to thousands, depending on the importance of the data.
• If you want to go this route, remember to ask for quotes from several shops, and don't just go to a small shop without qualifications.

Tips

1. Don't write new data: this will overwrite the original data and reduce the possibility of recovery.
2. First determine the condition of the hard drive: if it can be identified, try the software, and leave the hardware problem to professional service.
3. Don't delay: the longer the time is delayed, the more difficult it may be to recover.

I hope these methods are helpful to you. No matter which method you choose, you must judge it according to the damage of the hard drive! Good luck!