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 The biggest loss when a hard drive is damaged is usually not the breakdown of the hardware but the inability to access saved data or complete data
deletion. However, all hope is not lost because there are many tricks and tips that you can apply to try to
access a damaged hard drive.                                        

Method (HARDWARE PROBLEMS)

1. Listen carefully for any noises coming from your hard drive especially when you try to access it. If you hear a repetitive clunking when you try to access saved data it means that the head is having difficulty in reading stored information. In terms of physical damage, it means that either the arm or disk inside your hard drive is broken. At this point you may want to consider hiring a data recovery professional because the intricacies of opening a hard drive are very complex.

2. Do a detection test by reinstalling your hard drive and then restarting your computer to see if the hard drive is detected. If your hard drive is not even being detected there may be a problem with the board or access ports. If the problem is with an external hard drive, you can try to replace the access ports by shifting the hard drive into a new enclosure. If the problem is with your hard drive board you will have to replace the board. Use the methods suggested for your specific hard drive model to locate and replace the board. Make sure the new board is compatible with your hard drive.

3. Freeze your hard drive in a zip-lock bag if all other methods have failed. This may enable you to access a damaged hard drive for a very short amount of time, so connect the hard drive to your computer as quickly as you can after it has been frozen to transfer files to a safe location. Be aware that freezing a hard drive can cause further data deletion.

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