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    Adata mx11 250gb dead/ is it possible to recover any data?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by ozgur1, Dec 17, 2014.

  1. ozgur1

    ozgur1 Notebook Enthusiast

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    My notebooks ssd is failed probably due to controller error

    is that possible to recover my data from that by using one of the case/converter boxes which convert it to sata and/or external uab storage???

    Note III / Tapatalk app
     
    ozgur1, Dec 17, 2014
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    If the SSD doesn't 'boot' because the controller is dead it doesn't matter what enclosure/connection you try to retrieve data with.
     
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    So? No way to recover data

    Note III / Tapatalk app
     
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    ??

    Note III / Tapatalk app
     
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    RCB Notebook Deity

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    With SSD the cells are either full or less than full. If the controller goes bad there's no telling what could happen to any charged cells. If they are discharged completely then there is nothing to recover. This is why it is extra important to back up SSD data frequently, frequently, frequently, often, often, often.

    Edit: Or if they are over charged. Same thing.
     
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    The outlook is not good. Just make sure that the port on the laptop is still good (probably not an issue) by trying another drive and at least see if it's detected in BIOS. Also, check to see if this problematic SSD is detected in BIOS at all. If not, then more than likely the controller is dead.
     
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    Is there a way to cgange this "controller" ??

    Note III / Tapatalk app
     
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    Yeah, the way to change the controller (if it is the actual problem, of course) is to send it to a data recovery company to do it properly.

    DIY = failure to retrieve any data.


    Note that even with a new controller, the SSD won't be usable again: it will be a temporary solution simply to retrieve the data from it. (But you will still get the privilege of paying full price for the parts and service).
     
    tilleroftheearth, Dec 18, 2014
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