USB Data Recovery or Prevention

5 Tips For Your USB Drive


1 - Never remove your USB drive without having the computer acknowledge it is safe to do so.

Removing the USB drive at this time could result in a corrupted file structure only recoverable with specialised software tools. 

2 – Watch for warning signs

Handy devices as they are, USB drives unfortunately have a limited life span.

While some manufacturers tout a lifetime warranty on their products, those in the data recovery field will tell a different story.  

3 - Depending on the demands you put on your USB drive; always keep a spare so you never miss loose your data.


4 - Backup!

The USB drive should not a storage device for original data. 

Backup is required as soon as is humanly possible to prevent corruption, deletion, damage or loss of your data.

Imagine how distraught the user( your wife?) would be if all her photos were lost. 

Backup all/the photos.  Make sure to back up again to alternate media.


5 – USB drive Failure.

If the inevitable happens, take the power off the drive. 

Prevent further damage to the USB drive don’t try to access it on different computers and devices.  Especially if you hear clicking.

It's time to seek the opinion of a reputable data recovery laboratory.

http://www.cbldatarecovery.com.au/usb-data-recovery.html

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