RAID Array Data Recovery Service:

Data is critical to companies, organizations and individuals alike.  RAID recovery techniques have grown rapidly throughout the years.  Data Recovery Tampa has grown with this technology by continually training personnel and investing in research and development.  Most companies and organizations (and some individuals) utilize backup systems and redundant storage systems as means for safely protecting and preventing data disasters. Utilizing such systems will always be the best defense against data loss.  Although such systems are the best option available, they are not always full proof. 

Failure of backup systems may arise when procedures are not followed or implemented correctly, when system hardware malfunctions, with software corruption or tape media failure.  Backup systems depend on perfect harmony between hardware, software and humans.  Most often data loss occurs during crucial moments and backup systems fail requiring the need for RAID recovery services.

Please see Server Recovery for related information on the RAID recovery process.

If you believe data loss is imminent, Data Recovery Tampa recommends:

Turn off your system: If you are uncertain of the data reliability issue at hand, writing additional information to the disk may cause additional RAID data loss.  It is highly recommended to TURN OFF the system right away.

Strange noises originating from system: Clicking, whining, tapping or grinding sounds may indicate a problem with the disk, TURN OFF the system right away.

Keep a record of events: Document the events that took place during the failure so you can remember the circumstances later.  It is highly suggested to let a RAID recovery engineer attempt RAID recovery. However, if you have already attempted to fix the drive/array, document each attempt and its' outcome accordingly for future reference.

Label / Number RAID drives: Write the drives location (or arrangement) in the RAID array.  Label the first drive as 0.  Document which drive you think is failing.

Do not run diagnostics on the disk: Executing defragment or repair utilities can cause additional corruption of the RAID array and hinder RAID recovery process.

Do not change the sequence of the drives: Changing the position (or order) of the disks in a RAID array can cause corruption of the array itself (causing data to be overwritten).

Perform backups on secondary systems only: Restoring backups on the affected system should never be attempted, always restore backups to a system other than the one that is affected.  Writing/Reading information to the disks of the failed RAID array can circumvent the RAID recovery process.

Use only new replacement disks: When attempting to rebuild an array, always use brand new disks as a replacement.  If you rebuild a RAID array with a drive that was part of a previous RAID system; RAID configuration data may be overwritten causing corruption of the array itself.

Never assume or guess: If you are not sure of what the problem is with the RAID system, never make assumptions.  Call a RAID recovery professional immediately for assistance.


Data Recovery Tampa fully understands the importance of your RAID data and how important it is to the success of your company or organization.  Our infrastructure allows us to have the best tools, equipment and facilities available in the RAID recovery industry.  No matter what RAID configuration your company or organization may utilize, Data Recovery Tampa can assist you in the RAID recovery process.  Armed with world-class engineers, our own proprietary software, enterprise level tools and knowledge; Data Recovery Tampa is your best choice in the industry for your RAID recovery needs.

We service all brands and manufacturers of hard disk drives, including:

Apricorn
Buffalo Technology
Fujitsu
Hitachi
IBM
Kanguru
Imation
IOGear
ioSafe
Lacie
Maxtor
Olixir
Seagate
Samsung
SimpleTech
Toshiba
Western Digital and more.


We specialize in: Hard Drive Recovery.

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