SSD Recovery
Solid-state drives fail differently from hard drives — often suddenly, with controller or firmware faults rather than mechanical wear. AS assesses the failure mode before choosing a recovery path.
When you need this
- SSD or NVMe not detected, or detected with 0 GB capacity
- Sudden read-only mode or freezing under load
- Corrupted file system after power loss
- Deleted or formatted data (time-sensitive due to TRIM)
- Laptop or desktop won't boot from the SSD
What we do
Failure classification
We determine whether the issue is controller, firmware, NAND wear or logical, which decides whether recovery is technically feasible.
Firmware and controller assessment
Some controller faults allow access through technical modes; we investigate these options where available for the drive family.
Logical recovery
For readable drives, file systems are rebuilt from a full image to restore data and structure.
Honest TRIM guidance
Deleted data on a TRIM-enabled SSD may be unrecoverable. We tell you early if this is the case rather than charging for a full attempt.
How it works
- Step 1
Consultation and scope
We establish what failed, what has been tried, and which data matters most. This shapes a targeted plan rather than a generic one.
- Step 2
Secure imaging and diagnosis
Where possible the source media is imaged before any work, so the original is never altered. Diagnosis then determines the safest recovery method.
- Step 3
Recovery
Data is extracted from the image or source using methods matched to the failure — logical, structural or hardware-level as required.
- Step 4
Verification
Recovered data is checked for integrity and completeness, and a file list is shared so you can confirm what matters is there.
- Step 5
Secure delivery
Verified data is returned through an agreed secure method, with guidance on validation before it goes back into production.
What affects the outcome
Outcomes are never guaranteed. Every case is assessed on its own condition, and we tell you what is realistic before you commit.
- Physical condition of the media and the extent of any damage
- Whether the media has been written to, reformatted or re-initialised since the failure
- Encryption, corruption or partial overwriting of the data
- Availability of source data such as images, backups, logs or transaction records
- Attempts made before assessment (rebuilds, repair tools, repeated reboots)
Frequently asked questions
Can deleted files be recovered from an SSD?
Sometimes. If TRIM has already discarded the blocks, the data is gone. Stopping use of the drive immediately improves the chances.
Is SSD recovery harder than HDD recovery?
Often, yes. Controller-level encryption and proprietary firmware limit the available techniques for some drive families.
Can you recover from a dead NVMe drive?
It depends on the controller and failure. We assess feasibility first and advise before any chargeable work.
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Not sure what you're dealing with?
Describe the situation and we'll tell you what's realistic.