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Jon Lawrance
06-24-2003, 04:10 PM
How do data recovery companies get the data off a broken hard disk? I've often wondered how to get into this business and wondered what was involved.

Any ideas?

Thanks,

Jon
BipolarBill
06-24-2003, 04:19 PM
They try using advanced software first. If there's a electronic or mechanical failure, a repair is attempted. If that fails, they remove the platters and recover manually.

It's not for beginners.
Sterling_Aug
06-24-2003, 05:26 PM
What is involved...Hmmm.

Lots of money for a clean room, special machines and software, and lots and lots of time.

Why do you think it often costs $600-$1000 per drive?
Jon Lawrance
06-25-2003, 05:57 AM
Where can I buy those machines and software from?
rmanet
06-25-2003, 04:32 PM
Originally posted by Jon Lawrance
Where can I buy those machines and software from?

your best bet is to go job hunting - work for a local firm for awhile and let 'em teach you what you need to know?