Western Digital WD180EDGZ-11B2DA0 Data Recovery

The Western Digital WD180EDGZ-11B2DA0 is a high-capacity hard drive, but like any other electronic device, it is susceptible to wear and tear over time. When this particular drive started emitting clicking and scratchy sounds, it was clear that something was seriously wrong. These sounds can indicate issues with the drive's mechanical components, such as the read/write heads, platters, or even the drive's motor. The drive came out of WD My Book 18TB enclosure.

The Importance of Professional Data Recovery

In situations like this, attempting DIY data recovery can lead to further damage to the drive and decrease the chances of recovering your data. That's why it's crucial to seek the assistance of professional data recovery services like Zero Alpha Data Recovery. These experts have the knowledge, tools, and experience to handle complex cases of data loss effectively.

Zero Alpha Data Recovery Steps In

Zero Alpha Data Recovery is renowned for its expertise in data recovery, especially in cases involving physically damaged drives. When they took on the challenge of the failing Western Digital drive, they began with a thorough assessment of the drive's condition. This evaluation determined the extent of the damage and whether data recovery was even possible.

Once they determined that the drive was recoverable, the team at Zero Alpha Data Recovery carefully disassembled the drive in a cleanroom environment to prevent any further damage. They then proceeded with their specialized tools and techniques to retrieve the data. In this case, the focus was on recovering video files, which are often of great sentimental and professional value.

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Successful Data Recovery of  WD My Book 18TB

The expertise of Zero Alpha Data Recovery paid off, as they successfully recovered the video files from the Western Digital WD180EDGZ-11B2DA0 drive. The clicking and scratchy sounds, which were indicators of mechanical issues within the drive, did not deter the professionals from their mission.

Conclusion

Data loss is a distressing experience, but stories like the recovery of the Western Digital WD180EDGZ-11B2DA0 drive remind us that hope is not lost. Professional data recovery services have the skills and tools to tackle even the most challenging cases, offering a lifeline to those who fear their data is lost forever.

If you ever find yourself in a situation where a hard drive is making alarming sounds and valuable data is at risk, don't hesitate to reach out to a reputable data recovery service. Zero Alpha Data Recovery's successful recovery of video files from the WD180EDGZ-11B2DA0 drive is a testament to their expertise and dedication to helping individuals and businesses retrieve their critical data.

Data Recovery Case Log

3Nov23: The drive was clicking and making a scratching sounds. It was detecting and ID,reads black sectors and becomes bsy when try to read.

24Nov23: 

Model : WDC WD180EDGZ-11B2DA0
Serial : 5DJ200MV
Firmware : 85.00A85
Capacity : 18 TB (35 156 656 128)

Family:................................. : Tresul 
Techno mode key......................... : Techno key error Device Error Detected: "SUCCESS"
 
Tech On................................. : Techno key error Device Error Detected: "SUCCESS"
Debug Stop Code reading................. : HDD status reading error Status sector reading error Device Error Detected: "SUCCESS"
 
Tech On................................. : Techno key error Device Error Detected: "SUCCESS"
HDD Status sector....................... : HDD status reading error Status sector reading error Device Error Detected: "SUCCESS"
 
RAM:
Tech On................................. : Techno key error Device Error Detected: "SUCCESS"
HDD Info reading........................ : HDDs RAM reading error Device Error Detected: "SUCCESS"
 
ROM:
Tech On................................. : Techno key error Device Error Detected: "SUCCESS"
Read ROM................................ : HDDs ROM reading error Device Error Detected: "SUCCESS"
 
Relocations............................. : 0 (0)
Tech On................................. : Techno key error Device Error Detected: "SUCCESS"
Tech On................................. : Techno key error Device Error Detected: "SUCCESS"
Read ROM DCM............................ : Ok
 
Tech On................................. : Techno key error Device Error Detected: "SUCCESS"
Power up log reading.................... : RAM Table reading error Device Error Detected: "SUCCESS"
 
Service area:
SA dir reading (ID)..................... : Techno key error Device Error Detected: "SUCCESS"
SA dir reading (ABA/CHS)................ : Techno key error Device Error Detected: "SUCCESS"
 
SA Access............................... : Copy 0,Copy 1
 
Tech On................................. : Techno key error Device Error Detected: "SUCCESS"
Configuration reading................... : Module ID 02 reading error Device Error Detected: "SUCCESS"
 
DCM in module 47........................ : Module ID 47 reading error Device Error Detected: "SUCCESS"
DCM in module 0A........................ : Modul