Data Recovery

What Is The Data Worth?
Despite technological advances in the reliability of magnetic storage media, the incidence of data loss continues to rise.

Five leading causes of data loss were revealed. Each of these causes is identified by specific symptoms and has a unique set of recovery options

Data is recoverable in 75% of data loss situations

If you think you have a problem:

• Don’t panic
• Check for the obvious (loose cables, etc.)
• Don’t ignore error messages
• Use utility programs with caution – you could loose data
• Check for deleted files
• If problems(s) persist – Don’t power up
• Call the experts – discuss over the phone
• Bring in the CPU unit (box) for evaluation
• Don’t take out the hard drive, unless you know what you are doing
• Never dismantle the drive yourself – this could cause more damage
• Determine data of last backup
• Decided if you can live with out the lost data?
• Decide if it is worth the cost of the recovery?

Data Protection Tips:

• Backup data on a regular basis
• Keep computer in a clean & safe environments – try never to bump or jar it
• Use updated anti-virus software often
• Check all diskettes for viruses
• Never operate a system that has been exposed to heat, moisture or soot
• Turn off the unit if it makes unusual noises