Hi guys, my computer was working fine yesterday but today it has just stopped working. When I turn the computer on it gets to the bios and then give me a failed harddrive message. I ran a test and I was given a 2000-0151 error code. Is there any way i can temporarily get my hard drive to work so I can save all of my data on there?
You have to backup your computer (at least your vital/important docs/pics and data files) BEFORE the HDD crashes.
You can search Google and YouTube for DIY recovery procedures.
Sounds like it's time for a new HDD, but IMO ... a SATA-SSD is better. You can get a fast (famous-maker) 240gb SSD for about $75 these days.
I have had success with File Scavenger. You will have to use another computer and install FS on it then use an adapter (USB) to access the disk. if it works then you can purchase the license to allow a full recovery.
This assumes the disk can spin up and the circuitry is not burned out which can be determined when the USB adapter is connected to the disk and power is applied.
If the circuitry is burned out then purchasing an exact used one and swapping the PCB might allow it to work. If the disk is making a clicking noise then a sharp twist might dislodge the head from what it is stuck on. I once opened up a disk and found that a piece of desiccant had been dislodged from where it was glued and was preventing the head from moving. However, it did not work when I re-assembled it as there were other problems.
When the Hard drive is plugged in the disc starts to spin and the reader arm (not sure what it is called) swings into place. After about 3 seconds the reader arm goes back to the off position and the disc stops spinning.
Any idea why this is happening?
i realised today that i have forgotten to back up 2 very important files so if i could just temp fix it so i can get them off then im happy to replace the old hard drive.
Now that its damaged the more you force it on the more likely it is that you will never recover any data.
The drive has a processor on it that will shut down to prevent further damage and or prevent a fire on the controller due to the servo being bad and overheating. Ontrack data can likely get all the data back however this service is not free.
When the Hard drive is plugged in the disc starts to spin and the reader arm (not sure what it is called) swings into place. After about 3 seconds the reader arm goes back to the off position and the disc stops spinning.
If you have opened the Hard-Drive, and are looking at the platters themselves ... it's very unlikely that that HDD will ever work again.
speedstep
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July 16th, 2018 06:00
No its physically bad now.
Most are not willing to pay to have the data recovered.
Ontrack Data can get it back. $375 for diagnosis and $3800 for recovery.
They recovered data from the space shuttle that fell from the sky.
https://gizmodo.com/388465/charred-hard-drive-from-space-shuttle-columbia-recovered-best-data-rescue-ever
The only other I would recommend is Drive Savers.
They will not charge you anything if they cannot recover any data. Again HOWEVER they are not free.
https://www.drivesaversdatarecovery.com/
Tesla1856
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July 16th, 2018 11:00
You have to backup your computer (at least your vital/important docs/pics and data files)
BEFORE the HDD crashes.
You can search Google and YouTube for DIY recovery procedures.
Sounds like it's time for a new HDD, but IMO ... a SATA-SSD is better. You can get a fast (famous-maker) 240gb SSD for about $75 these days.
Ninestein
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July 17th, 2018 08:00
Thank you Joseph
Joseph Stateson
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July 17th, 2018 08:00
I have had success with File Scavenger. You will have to use another computer and install FS on it then use an adapter (USB) to access the disk. if it works then you can purchase the license to allow a full recovery.
This assumes the disk can spin up and the circuitry is not burned out which can be determined when the USB adapter is connected to the disk and power is applied.
If the circuitry is burned out then purchasing an exact used one and swapping the PCB might allow it to work. If the disk is making a clicking noise then a sharp twist might dislodge the head from what it is stuck on. I once opened up a disk and found that a piece of desiccant had been dislodged from where it was glued and was preventing the head from moving. However, it did not work when I re-assembled it as there were other problems.
HTH
Ninestein
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July 19th, 2018 06:00
Hi guys, just an update.
When the Hard drive is plugged in the disc starts to spin and the reader arm (not sure what it is called) swings into place. After about 3 seconds the reader arm goes back to the off position and the disc stops spinning.
Any idea why this is happening?
i realised today that i have forgotten to back up 2 very important files so if i could just temp fix it so i can get them off then im happy to replace the old hard drive.
speedstep
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July 19th, 2018 07:00
Now that its damaged the more you force it on the more likely it is that you will never recover any data.
The drive has a processor on it that will shut down to prevent further damage and or prevent a fire on the controller due to the servo being bad and overheating. Ontrack data can likely get all the data back however this service is not free.
https://www.ontrack.com/ps211-data-recovery/brand/?source=b&campaign=B_Search_US_EN_Brand_Category
Tesla1856
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July 19th, 2018 10:00
If you have opened the Hard-Drive, and are looking at the platters themselves ... it's very unlikely that that HDD will ever work again.