
Follow these simple steps if and when data-disaster strikes:
1. Turn the computer off. If a hard drive is making any sort of unusual sounds (including the dreaded clicking) it is imperative that the computer is shut down immediately to avoid further damage to the data. Rebooting or continuing to let a failing drive run can literally make it self-destruct.
2. Never attempt to fix the problem yourself. By opening or operating on a hard drive without the proper knowledge, tools or environment, one could potentially cause more problems for the drive and the data, resulting in less of a chance for an affordable, successful recovery.
3. Be wary of do-it-yourself data recovery software. In most cases, users have only one chance to recover data. Though purchasing at-home recovery programs can seem like a less expensive alternative, it can be a dangerous one.
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