Seagate Expansion Portable 4TB Hard Drive

ST4000LM024-2AN17V

The SEAGATE ST8000DM002 8TB is a high-capacity hard drive designed for reliable storage solutions. With its impressive 8TB capacity, this drive offers ample space for storing large amounts of data, including documents, photos, videos, and more. The ST8000DM002 is known for its fast and efficient performance, allowing for quick data transfers and seamless access to stored files. It utilizes advanced technologies to ensure data integrity and reliability, making it an ideal choice for both personal and professional use. Whether you need to store important files, create backups, or run data-intensive applications, the SEAGATE ST8000DM002 8TB provides the storage capacity and performance you need.

A client came in with their Seagate Expansion Portable 4Tb external hard drive. They had overwritten data they required and was hoping to retrieve it. In attempt to recover it themselves, they tried to use a software called Stellar which was unsuccessful. We do not recommend doing this as there is a risk of damaging the drive or writing over the recently deleted data. Due to its complexity and interference with the Stellar software, the drive was quoted with a $549 No Data No Pay. For this quote, you pay if the data recovery is successful and the files are to your liking.

Overwritten data recovery presents significant challenges. As new data is written, it replaces the original data, making it difficult to recover. The success of data recovery depends on various factors, including the extent of overwriting, the type of data, and the actions taken after the overwrite. However, with Zero Alpha Data Recovery's advanced tools and expertise, even partially overwritten data can be recovered.

Zero Alpha Data Recovery employs advanced techniques specifically designed for recovering overwritten data from the main drive of the SEAGATE ST8000DM002 8TB. These techniques include:

1. Sector-level Scanning: Zero Alpha's experts utilize specialized software to perform sector-level scans, searching for remnants of overwritten data. By analyzing the magnetic traces on the drive, they can identify and extract fragments of the original data.

2. File Signature Recognition: Zero Alpha utilizes advanced algorithms to recognize file signatures, even in partially overwritten files. This allows them to reconstruct and restore the overwritten data, ensuring the maximum possible recovery.

3. Data Reconstruction and Extraction: Once the overwritten data fragments are identified, Zero Alpha's technicians meticulously reconstruct and extract the data. They employ their expertise and cutting-edge software tools to piece together the overwritten files and recover as much data as possible.

4. Quality Assurance and Verification: Zero Alpha Data Recovery follows stringent quality assurance protocols to ensure the accuracy and integrity of the recovered data. The retrieved files undergo thorough verification to guarantee their usability and integrity before they are returned to the client.

ST4000LM024 Playstation Hard Drive Data Recovery

The ST4000LM024 is a reliable and spacious internal hard drive designed for use as extra storage in PlayStation consoles, offering an impressive 4TB of storage capacity. Its 2.5-inch form factor makes it a suitable choice for the limited space within gaming consoles, ensuring a seamless integration into your PlayStation setup. With a rotational speed of 5400 RPM, the drive provides a good balance between performance and power consumption, enhancing your gaming experience without compromising on system responsiveness. The large storage capacity allows you to store a vast library of games, downloadable content, and multimedia files, providing ample room for future game releases and updates. The ST4000LM024 is known for its durability and reliability, making it a dependable choice for those seeking additional storage space for their PlayStation console, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted gaming experience.

The hard drive has a PCB number of 100794976 and a family F3 Arch.

A customer came into Zero Alpha Data Recovery with a hard drive used in a playstation as additional storage. The hard drive was not detecting anymore with a bad clicking sound when trying to open the files. Data recovery from a PlayStation involves the retrieval of lost or corrupted game files, save data, or other digital content. In the event of accidental deletion, system crashes, or hardware failure, specialized data recovery tools and techniques can be employed to salvage and restore lost information. PlayStation consoles often use proprietary file systems, making it crucial to employ recovery methods that are compatible with these formats.

Clicking ST4000LM024 4tb Data Recovery Case Log

15Nov23 - Hard drive came in clicking when starting up. The hard drive fully ID'd with a ABR error. A logical test ran froward for 50 seconds with many errors but spun down after this time.

Log:

Software can`t control COM port signal level for this USB/COM adapter
 
Switching HDD power supply ON

Switching HDD power supply OFF

Switching HDD power supply ON
Family ID by HDD ID: 00
Selected  Family ID: 00
Selected family......................... : 00, F3 Arch (common)
Model by ID............................. : ST4000LM024-2AN17V                      
 
Tech Key...
Error executing command  "En Tech" (ABR)

Switching HDD power supply OFF

Switching HDD power supply ON
Flash type inx... 0x0000000C
Flash size....... 0x00200000
Flash prm dmp.... 0xEF 0x60 0x10 0x0B 0x05 0xFF 0x01 0x03 0x3C 0x20 0x40 0x04 0x00 0x01 0x00 0x00 

Terminal:

Boot 0x80MMC000Y0001    
SpinUp
 FAIL  Servo Op=0100 Resp=0007
 0100 9000 0000 0001 0000 9015 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000
 ResponseFrame 1840 0000 0000 EBC0 0000 0000 0000 0000 0C92 0000 CE00 0000 43D7 370C 0005 0100 8597 FFFF 2000 0000 0000 0505 0003 1EBF 0000 C350 0000 0000 0020 2247 0019 0005 0000 Loop=2247Motor startedHeads loaded
 FAIL  Servo Op=0100 Resp=0007
 0100 9000 0000 0001 0000 9015 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000
 ResponseFrame 1900 0000 0000 EBC0 0000 0000 0000 0000 0C92 0001 CE00 0000 43B9 3739 0005 0100 8597 FFFF 2000 0000 0000 0505 0000 C350 0000 C350 0000 0000 0020 2247 0019 0005 0000 Loop=2247Motor startedHeads loaded
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Boot 0x80MMC000Y0001    
SpinUp
 FAIL  Servo Op=0100 Resp=0007
 0100 9000 0000 0001 0000 9015 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000
 ResponseFrame 17C0 0000 0000 EC00 0000 0000 0000 0000 0C86 0000 CE00 0000 43D5 3717 0005 0100 85AA FFFF 2000 0000 0000 0505 0003 1EBF 0000 C350 0000 0000 0020 2247 0019 0005 0000 Loop=2247Motor startedHeads loaded
 FAIL  Servo Op=0100 Resp=0007
 0100 9000 0000 0001 0000 9015 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000 0000
 ResponseFrame 1940 0000 0000 EC00 0000 0000 0000 0000 0C86 0001 CE00 0000 43B8 3738 0005 0100 85AA FFFF 2000 0000 0000 0505 0000 C350 0000 C350 0000 0000 0020 2247 0019 0005 0000 Loop=2247Motor startedHeads loaded

Read ROM Via Terminal into Profile. Information from the ROM:

CAP
###
Validation Key........... : 0x00000020
Fam ID................... : 0x72 (Kahuna_5400)
Fam Member............... : 0x1
Head count............... : 8
Date..................... : 13 Dec 2016
SN....................... : WCK06J53
PCB SN................... : 0000E723MQ1W
PCB PN................... : ÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿÿ
WWN...................... : 5000C500A825048B
MDL1..................... : ST4000LM024-2AN17V                      
MDL2..................... : ST4000LM024-2AN17V                      
Capacity................. : 7814037168
 
RAP
###
Format revision.......... : 0x0206
Contents revision........ : 0x27031300
Number Sys Zones......... : 1
Number User Zones........ : 150
Heads count.............. : 12
FW Implementation Key.... : 0x1E
 
SAP
###
Addr 0................... : 0x00112F00
Addr 1................... : 0x80000000
 
Fam ID................... : 0xA1 (M11)
Fam Member............... : 0x12
SN....................... : WCK06J53
Servo FW rev code........ : 0xD40B
Max head................. : 7
Seek mode................ : 2000
Flags.................... : 1A39
Head vendor.............. : default
RRO mode................. : 0005
Logical head map......... : 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09

ST4000LM024 ABR error Hard Drive Data Recovery

When confronted with the daunting challenge of recovering data from a ST4000LM024 ABR error Hard Drive, which is exhibiting symptoms of spinning up and spinning down, necessitating a magnetic head assembly replacement, Zero Alpha Data Recovery steps in with unparalleled expertise and precision. While encountering an ABR error and erratic spinning behavior might seem like a roadblock to data retrieval, Zero Alpha understands that every obstacle presents an opportunity. Recognizing the critical importance of the data stored on the drive and the urgency of the situation, Zero Alpha's skilled technicians embark on a meticulous recovery process. Equipped with specialized tools and years of experience, they meticulously diagnose the issue, pinpointing the need for a magnetic head assembly replacement. With precision and care, they undertake the delicate task of replacing the faulty components, ensuring the drive is restored to optimal working condition. Once the mechanical issues are addressed, Zero Alpha's experts delve into the data recovery process. Employing advanced techniques and cutting-edge technology, they painstakingly scan the drive, leaving no stone unturned in their quest to retrieve your valuable data.

ST4000LM024-2AN17V 4TB No spin up when connected to USB connector

08Oct24: This hard drive came in from a customer and did not show any activity when plugged in. Usually a hard drive will have an LED light and spin up but this had zero activity. Its from a Seagate Backup Plus Model SRD00F1, P/N: 1K9APV-500. Made in 2018 in China. We were able to recover all the TV and Movie files by bypassing the USB connector.