6 Worst Reasons for Hard Disk Failure and Data Recovery Solutions

Ram Infotech Data Recovery March 21, 2024

                 6 Worst Reasons for Hard Disk Failure and Data Recovery Solutions

Hard drives are generally used to store large files, back up data, and to save important business files to keep them safe and secure. But, what if your hard drive suddenly stops working or fails? You may lose access to your crucial data. Hence, taking timely backup of your data should be your top priority.

 So what are the worst reasons for hard drive failure? And how do we restore our lost data when a hard disk suddenly stops working or crashes?  

Read on to know 6 worst reasons for hard drive failure and their symptoms; and solutions to recover lost data from a failed hard drive. 

6 Worst Reasons for Internal/ External Hard Disk Failure

A Hard drive may fail at any moment. It happens after accumulation of bad sectors in the disk due to aging or a sudden crash. This may result in irrevocable damage to the disk platter surface. The reasons behind hard drive failure may be different, but they result in permanent data loss in most cases. Hence, recovering data from a crashed or failed hard drive at the earliest is quite essential. Here is a list of major reasons that lead to hard disk failure, their symptoms, and solutions. 

1. Firmware or Manufacturer Faults

This error occurs due to improper power supply, virus attack, accidental shutdown, interruption during firmware upgrades, or manufacturing faults. You might observe the following symptoms even in a brand new hard disk. 

Symptoms:                   

  • Drive freezes at startup.
  • The system can’t detect/identify the hard disk at all.
  • The system fails to boot/hang up in the middle of booting procedure.

  • Solution:

    Users can contact the hard disk manufacturer and ask them for Return Authorization (RA), as the disk must be under warranty. However, manufacturers generally don’t provide any guarantee regarding safety of your data. For more information, please refer to the warranty/guarantee policy provided by the manufacturer. Further, to recover your data in case of hard drive failure, we would recommend a professional data recovery tool.

    2. Electronic Failure or Power Surge

    Sometimes, UPS is unable to deliver the required power supply. It’s either too high or too slow. This can also occur when you use an unreliable power source or there is frequent interruption in the flow of electricity.

    Symptoms:                                     

  • Sudden startup failure
  • System BIOS can’t detect the hard drive
  • Hard drive isn’t able to spin up

  • Solution:

    Make sure that the system hardware is getting proper power supply. You can fix this error by using UPS from a well-known brand. Also, turn off your system properly when not in use.

    3. Overheating

    This error may occur due to faulty CPU fan, improper ventilation, high-voltage power supply, high temperature, virus infection, and development of bad sectors. These reasons could heat up the system and lead to sudden hard disk failure.

    Symptoms:                                                                                                                                                     

  • Pc frequently reboots/freezes
  • Fans are either moving too slow or not at all
  • System hardware is making clicking sounds or noise
  • Desktop or Laptop gets heated soon after starting

  • Solution:

    Make sure that the CPU fans are working fine. Double check that sufficient cooling is delivered to the processor and their peripherals. You can also try applying thermal paste between heat sinks of the CPU fan to make it run smoothly. 

    . Mechanical or Internal Failure

    Mechanical failure in your hard drive can occur due to moving parts, malware or virus attack, bad sectors, improper power supply and so on. These reasons could lead to hard drive failure or damage and data corruption.

    Earlier, several rootkit viruses were introduced that used to become active with turning on the system. They corrupted the system functioning at BIOS level. However, Windows latest versions (8/10) are efficient at detecting such malware and remove it using UEFI technology. 

    Symptoms:                                                                                

  • Total system freeze
  • Grinding or clicking sounds from hard drive
  • Files & Folders becoming invisible or corrupt
  • Appearance of black screen while booting

Solution:

You must update your system on a daily or weekly basis. Keep your antivirus software updated and scan your computer to analyze malicious activities or virus attacks. Replace your hard drive every 3-4 years. 

5. Corrupt File

Use of malicious or faulty apps, accidental closure of running programs, unethical way of shutting down the PC, power surges, etc. are reasons that lead to system file corruption and make the hard disk inaccessible.

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