External Hard Drive Recovery Oxford:

With 25 years of experience, Oxford Data Recovery Services specialises in recovering data from all major hard drive manufacturers and all hard drive types, including Seagate, Western Digital (WD), LaCie, Toshiba, Transcend, Synology, and more. Whether your data loss is due to software faults, firmware corruption, electronic failures, or mechanical damage from a knock or fall, our expert team is equipped to recover your critical data efficiently and securely.

Supported Hard Drive Manufacturers

We provide recovery services for all major brands, including:

• Seagate
• Western Digital (WD)
• LaCie
• Toshiba
• Transcend
• Synology
• Samsung
• Hitachi (HGST)
• SanDisk
• Intel
• G-Technology
• Buffalo
• PNY
• Sony

Supported Hard Drive Types and Interfaces

Hard Drive Types

• Internal Drives:
  • HDD (Hard Disk Drives): 3.5” desktop drives, 2.5” laptop drives, and enterprise-grade HDDs.
  • SSD (Solid-State Drives): SATA SSDs, M.2 NVMe SSDs, and PCIe SSDs.
• External Drives:
  • Portable and desktop external drives, encrypted drives, and rugged drives.
• NAS Drives:
  • NAS systems from brands like Synology, QNAP, and Buffalo, including RAID-configured setups.

Supported Interfaces

• USB 2.0, USB 3.0, USB-C, USB-A: Drives using legacy and modern USB connections.
• Thunderbolt: High-speed external drive interfaces.
• eSATA, FireWire: Legacy interfaces still used on some older devices.

Common Issues We Recover From

1. Software Faults

• Accidental deletion or formatting.
• File system corruption (e.g., NTFS, FAT32, APFS, EXT4).
• Inaccessible partitions caused by malware, ransomware, or virus attacks.

2. Firmware Issues

• Corrupted firmware causing the drive to become unresponsive.
• Drives stuck in a “busy” state due to firmware malfunctions.
• Failed firmware updates.

3. Electronic Failures

• PCB (Printed Circuit Board) damage from power surges or short circuits.
• Damaged connectors or internal chips affecting drive functionality.

4. Mechanical Damage

• Clicking, grinding, or beeping noises caused by internal component failures.
• Damaged platters, motors, or heads from physical impacts.
• Drives affected by wear and tear or environmental factors.

5. Physical/Environmental Damage

• Drives damaged due to water exposure, fire, or extreme temperatures.
• Corrosion or contamination affecting internal components.

Our Data Recovery Process

1. Free Diagnostics
   • Comprehensive evaluation to identify the cause of data loss.
   • A detailed recovery plan with transparent cost estimates and timelines.
2. Advanced Recovery Techniques
   • Mechanical Repairs: Cleanroom environments for head swaps, platter repairs, and motor fixes.
   • Logical Recovery: Repairing corrupted file systems, recovering deleted files, and fixing partition errors.
   • Firmware Restoration: Restoring functionality to drives affected by firmware issues.
   • Electronic Repairs: Repairing or replacing damaged PCBs and other electronic components.
3. NAS and RAID Recovery
   • Recovery from NAS drives and RAID-configured systems, including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, and 10 setups.
4. Secure Data Delivery
   • Recovered data is returned on an external drive, USB device, or via secure cloud transfer.

Why Choose Oxford Data Recovery Services?

• 25 Years of Expertise: Decades of successful recoveries from all major drive manufacturers and types.
• State-of-the-Art Technology: Advanced tools for recovering data from damaged, encrypted, or inaccessible drives.
• Comprehensive Coverage: Support for all interfaces and systems, including NAS and RAID setups.
• Secure and Confidential: Adherence to strict data protection and privacy standards.

Tips to Prevent Further Damage

• Stop Using the Drive: Continuing to use a failing drive may worsen the damage.
• Avoid DIY Repairs: Untrained attempts can lead to permanent data loss.
• Seek Professional Help Quickly: Early intervention increases the likelihood of successful recovery.

Contact Us Today

For reliable and professional data recovery services, trust Oxford Data Recovery Services. Schedule your free diagnostic evaluation today and let us recover your valuable data!