Toshiba DT01ACA200 Hard Drive Data Recovery

The Toshiba DT01ACA200 is a robust 3.5-inch internal hard drive tailored for desktop computing, boasting a capacious 2 terabyte storage capacity. Operating at a swift 7200 RPM rotational speed and utilizing the SATA III interface for seamless connectivity, it ensures efficient data access and transfer rates. With a substantial 64-megabyte buffer size, the DT01ACA200 enhances performance by temporarily storing frequently accessed data. Renowned for reliability, Toshiba integrates advanced sector format technology and error-correcting code (ECC) to safeguard data integrity. This hard drive is well-suited for desktop applications, offering compatibility with various operating systems and a focus on energy efficiency, making it an ideal solution for users seeking a high-capacity and dependable storage option for their computing needs.

This hard drive has a PCB number of 022 0A90380 01 and has 4 heads inside.

A customer came into our service with a 10 year old hard drive from a PC which were clicking and beeping. This hard drive was identified to have a hardware issue inside which would need to be replaced for data recovery to continue. Experts at Zero Alpha were able to meticulously replace the parts needed so the data inside is able to be read.

Case Log

31 Jan 2024 - Hard drive spins up and clicks, making a whirling sound. Customer claims there is a motor issue inside. When opening the drive there are no scratches on platter and heads look ok. 

21Feb24 - Drive is a hitachi drive. Refer here for PC3000 detecting.