External Hard Disk Data Recovery in Kochi: Get Your Portable Data Back
External hard disk and portable SSDs are convenient for storing photos, documents, videos, and backups. However, their portability also makes them vulnerable to drops, impacts, and connection issues, often leading to sudden and frustrating data loss. At IT Refix Kochi, we specialize in professional external disk data recovery, helping you retrieve your valuable files from all types of damaged or inaccessible portable storage devices
Common Causes of External Disk Data Loss
Physical Damage:
Drops and Impacts: Leading to internal mechanical damage (for HDDs) or circuit board issues (for SSDs).
Water or Liquid Damage: Causing corrosion and short circuits.
Overheating: Damaging internal components.
Damaged USB Port: Broken or bent connectors preventing proper connection.
Logical Problems:
Accidental Deletion or Formatting: Files or entire partitions mistakenly removed.
Corrupted File System: Drive shows up as “RAW” or unformatted.
Virus or Malware Infection: Rendering data inaccessible or corrupting files.
Ejection Errors: Improperly ejecting the drive leading to corruption.
Electronic Failures:
Power Surges: Damaging the drive’s internal electronics.
Controller Board (PCB) Failure: Preventing the drive from spinning up or being recognized.
Internal Drive Issues (HDD Specific):
Clicking or Grinding Noises: Indicating internal mechanical failure (e.g., read/write head crash).
Motor Failure: Drive not spinning.
Bad Sectors: Areas on the platter that can no longer store data reliably.
Our Expert External Disk Data Recovery Process
Recovering data from a failed external drive requires a precise approach, especially for physically damaged units. Our process at IT Refix is designed for efficiency and success:
Free Diagnostic & Evaluation: Bring your problematic external drive to our Kadavanthara lab in Kochi. Our specialists will conduct a thorough, no-obligation diagnosis to identify the exact cause of failure and determine the potential for recovery. You’ll receive a transparent quote and an estimated timeframe.
Advanced Recovery Techniques: We utilize state-of-the-art tools and techniques specifically for external drives. For logical issues, we employ advanced software to reconstruct file systems and recover deleted data. For physical damage, we move to our specialized facilities.
Class 100 Cleanroom Operations (for HDDs): If your external HDD has internal mechanical damage, all necessary repairs and data extraction procedures are performed in our Class 100 Cleanroom. This contaminant-free environment is critical to prevent further damage to sensitive components.
Component-Level Repair: Our skilled technicians can perform intricate component-level repairs on both external HDDs and SSDs, including fixing damaged PCBs, replacing read/write heads, or resolving motor issues to gain access to your data.
Data Extraction & Verification: Once the drive is stabilized, we meticulously extract the raw data. We then use sophisticated methods to reconstruct your files and verify their integrity, ensuring you get back usable data.
Secure Data Delivery: Your recovered data will be transferred to a new, healthy storage device of your choice (e.g., a new external drive, USB drive, or cloud transfer). We adhere to strict confidentiality and data security protocols throughout the entire recovery process, safeguarding your personal and professional information.
Why Choose IT Refix Kochi
Experienced Data Recovery Professionals – Skilled in both hardware and software recovery.- High Success Rate – 95%+ recovery success in non-encrypted drives.
- Clean Room Facility – Safe recovery environment for sensitive hardware.
- All Brands Supported
- Affordable Pricing – Transparent charges with No Data, No Fee policy.
- Fast Turnaround Time – Most recoveries completed within 24–72 hours.
Data Recovery Tips
If your external hard disk is not working or making noise:
Don’t plug it in repeatedly — it may worsen damage.- Avoid opening the drive at home — this needs a clean room.
- Contact IT Refix Kochi immediately for a professional evaluation.
Visit IT Refix – Kochi’s Trusted Data Recovery Centre
IT Refix provides reliable and affordable external hard disk data recovery in Kochi, Kerala.
We also offer recovery services for SSDs, RAID systems, laptops, CCTV DVRs, and pen drives.
