Chip Systems

• Introduction to Data Recovery
• Types of Storage Devices (HDD, SSD, USB Drives, Memory Cards)
• File Systems (FAT, NTFS, exFAT, EXT)
• Partitions (MBR & GPT)
• Data Storage Structure
• Causes of Data Loss
• Data Recovery Workflow

• Recovering Deleted Files
• Formatted Drive Recovery
• RAW Partition Recovery
• Lost Partition Recovery
• Corrupted File System Recovery
• Boot Sector & MFT Repair
• Disk Imaging & Cloning
• Hands-on Practice with Professional Recovery Software

• HDD Internal Components
• Head Crash & Clicking Drive Diagnosis
• Motor Failure Identification
• Platter Handling Basics
• Clean Room Concepts
• Safe Drive Disassembly
• Mechanical Failure Assessment

• HDD PCB Architecture
• Common PCB Failures
• TVS Diodes & Power Protection
• ROM & EEPROM Basics
• PCB Testing Using Digital Multimeter
• PCB Replacement & ROM Transfer
• Basic Soldering Techniques

• Firmware Structure & Service Area
• Firmware Corruption Analysis
• SMART & Translator Issues
• Firmware Backup & Repair
• Manufacturer-Specific Firmware Concepts

• Seagate HDD Architecture
• BSY & LED Error Solutions
• Terminal Commands
• Firmware Module Backup
• Common Seagate Recovery Procedures

• WD Architecture & ROM Structure
• PCB Matching
• ROM Transfer
• Firmware Access
• Common WD Recovery Techniques

• Voltage, Current & Resistance
• Resistors, Capacitors & Diodes
• MOSFETs & IC Identification
• Digital Multimeter Operation
• PCB Component Testing

• Professional Recovery Software Overview
• Disk Imaging & Cloning
• File System Analysis
• Partition Recovery
• Bad Sector Handling
• File Extraction Techniques

• Data Extraction Methods
• File Explorer Navigation
• Hex Viewer Basics
• File Signature Analysis
• Data Verification

• Real-Time Recovery Scenarios
• HDD, SSD, USB & Memory Card Recovery
• Customer Case Analysis
• Recovery Planning & Best Practices
• Live Demonstration and Practical Sessions