RAID Data Recovery Made Easy: How to Order Online

Learn how to seamlessly order RAID data recovery services online, right from the comfort of your home or office. Discover the steps involved in initiating the process and ensure the safe retrieval of your valuable data. Read now to take the first step towards recovering your lost data with ease!

Recovering data on your own is no easy task. You need to identify the cause of the problem, select a proper software tool to solve it, then try to read the deleted data and hope for good results. All of that is sure to take a lot of your precious time, but it doesn’t exclude the chances to lose some data in the process.

Even now, you can order the service of remote data recovery over the Internet. Latest technologies and a high-speed connection allow performing even the most complicated procedures remotely. This makes the whole process much easier: all you need is to install a few programs on your PC, contact a recovery specialist and describe your situation.

Before ordering this kind of service, prepare your computer so that the recovery specialist can access it. This requirement is obligatory, otherwise the remote service will not work.

How to take out the hard disks

The first thing you should do is to take the disks out of the computing device and connect them to a Windows computer, where you have already installed Hetman RAID Recovery.

If your device is a specialized NAS system, just take out the tray with the hard disk.

If your device is a computer or server, open the side panel and find the hard disks.

Disconnect them from the power supply unit and the motherboard, remove the screws that fix the hard disks to the computer case, and take the disks out.

If the hard disks are connected to a controller, disconnect the data cable and connect it to the SATA port of your motherboard instead.

For RAID arrays built in Linux or MacOS, you can use a virtual machine – check the link to watch a detailed video tutorial.

How to connect hard disks to a PC and what to do if there are not enough power or SATA connectors

Before taking the hard disks out of the case, you should find out how many disks make up your array and check if you have enough SATA ports on the motherboard of the computer where you are going to connect the hard disks, and if there is a sufficient number of power connectors (and even if it has enough power to work with all those HDDs).

This is how a SATA port looks like.

And this is a power connector.

Their number is limited by specifications of the motherboard and the power supply unit.

What to do if there are not enough SATA ports on the motherboard

If there are more hard disks than ports, you can temporarily disconnect a DVD drive or another device which is not required for the recovery process. If this doesn’t help, and you still lack SATA ports, you can use an expansion card.

There are many models on the market, and they mostly differ by the number of ports they provide. To connect an expansion card, insert it into the PCIe slot of the motherboard.

Not enough power connectors

In case you have less power connectors than necessary, there are all kinds of adapters and splitters. For example, this type of splitter lets you turn a single MOLEX connector into 4 or 5 SATA power connectors. A hard disk doesn’t consume much power (even at full load, it’s under 20 W, depending on the disk capacity), so an ordinary 400 or 500 W PSU should be enough for ten hard disks.

If there is one more PC nearby, you can use it to supply power to some of the hard disks: this is a suitable solution if you don’t have any splitters at hand, or if the first computer’s power supply unit is too weak to provide power for all your HDDs. This way, the hard disks are connected to the motherboard of the first PC, but they receive power from the other one.

Before proceeding to the next stage, make sure that everything is connected correctly. Start by turning your PC on and checking if it can detect all the hard disks you have connected to it. Open the disk management app (right-click on the Start menu and select “Disk Management”). If all your connections are OK, all the hard disks should appear in this window.

Now it is time to configure your computer for remote administration.

How to install and configure TeamViewer

To arrange remote data recovery from RAID, you need to install TeamViewer. This utility lets users to control another computer remotely, i.e. over the Internet.

Visit the program’s official website and download its free version. Launch the downloaded file to start the installation. Check the option for “Default Installation” and then click “Accept – Next”.

Wait until the installation is complete, and in the next window, choose how you want to use TeamViewer – for personal use, and click “Accept – Finish”. That’s the end of the installation process.

Find the program’s shortcut on the desktop and launch it. To allow a specialist to manage your PC, share your ID password.

After you have taken all these steps, your computer and storage system are ready for the remote data recovery process.

Author: , Technical Writer

Vladimir Artiukh is a technical writer for Hetman Software, as well as the voice and face of their English-speaking YouTube channel, Hetman Software: Data Recovery for Windows. He handles tutorials, how-tos, and detailed reviews on how the company’s tools work with all kinds of data storage devices.

Editor: , Technical Writer

Oleg Afonin is an expert in mobile forensics, data recovery and computer systems. He often attends large data security conferences, and writes several blogs for such resources as xaker.ru, Elcomsoft and Habr. In addition to his online activities, Oleg’s articles are also published in professional magazines. Also, Oleg Afonin is the co-author of a well-known book, Mobile Forensics - Advanced Investigative Strategies.

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Questions and answers

Is TeamViewer stuck on initializing display parameters?

Immediately after you start TeamViewer and enter your partner data, the initialization process begins. However, the application displays an error notification and interrupts the session.

To fix the problem:

  • Check your Internet connection, turn it off and on again.
  • Reinstall TeamViewer.
  • Delete its last update.

TeamViewer trial version has expired. What should I do?

When TeamViewer is installed, it assigns to every PC a special ID which is designed to remain constant even if the app is uninstalled or reinstalled:

  • First of all, remove the program by using Control Panel - Uninstall a Program.
  • When the corresponding notification appears, click to remove settings and data.
  • Download a utility called CCleaner, and remove TeamViewer entries from Windows registry.

Has TeamViewer rejected authentication?

  • Run the application.
  • Access the settings menu.
  • Go to Computers and Contact.
  • Enter your personal data and use your email address as a login.
  • Then confirm your login.

What are the advantages of ordering data recovery over the internet?

  1. Convenience: Ordering data recovery over the internet is convenient and allows you to access services from anywhere in the world.
  2. Cost: Online data recovery services are typically more affordable than traditional brick-and-mortar services.
  3. Speed: Data recovery services ordered over the internet can often be completed faster than those ordered in person.
  4. Security: By ordering online, you can rest assured that your data is secure and encrypted.
  5. Expertise: Online data recovery services often offer access to a wider variety of experts, allowing you to find the right fit for your specific data recovery needs.

How can I choose a reliable data recovery service provider?

  1. Check reviews: Look for online reviews from previous customers to get an idea of the data recovery service provider’s reputation.
  2. Ask for references: Contact the provider and ask for references from clients who have used their services.
  3. Compare prices: Compare the prices of different data recovery service providers to make sure you’re getting the best value for your money.
  4. Check certifications: Make sure the provider is certified by a reputable organization.
  5. Inquire about turnaround time: Ask the provider how long it typically takes them to recover data.

What is the typical process for ordering data recovery over the internet?

  1. Research online data recovery services to find the best fit for your needs.
  2. Contact the data recovery service and provide them with details about the problem you are having with your device.
  3. The data recovery service will provide you with an estimate of the cost of the recovery and the turnaround time.
  4. You will then need to send your device to the data recovery service, either through mail or a courier service.
  5. The data recovery service will examine the device and provide you with a report of what they can recover.
  6. After agreeing to the cost and turnaround time, you will need to pay for the data recovery service.
  7. The data recovery service will then begin the recovery process and provide you with the recovered data.

Can data recovery be performed on multiple RAID arrays simultaneously?

Yes, data recovery can be performed on multiple RAID arrays simultaneously. However, it is important to note that the complexity of the recovery process will increase with each additional array, and so the cost and time associated with the recovery will also increase.

Is it possible to recover data from a failed RAID array with missing or damaged disks?

Yes, it is possible to recover data from a failed RAID array with missing or damaged disks. Depending on the type of RAID array and the extent of the damage, data recovery experts may be able to reconstruct the RAID array and recover the data. However, this process can be time-consuming and costly.

Comments (11) #

  • Tony Wise 30.09.2022 11:39 #

    How to block TeamViewer? It’s active all the time.

    • Hetman Software 30.09.2022 14:51 #

      To disable TeamViewer, remove this process in Task Manager. Remove the shortcut from the startup list. In Services, change the startup option from automatic to manual.

  • Bobby Sledge 29.09.2022 09:33 #

    TeamViewer connection error ends in a black screen - what should I do?

    • Hetman Software 29.09.2022 12:18 #

      In most cases, it occurs right in the middle of a remote session, that is, when you connect to a remote computer.

      - In TeamViewer settings, configure the option to automatically hide the remote screen in connections.

      - The partner’s computer failed to enter sleep mode and has a stable network connection.

      - Check connection permissions. Settings, Security, Rules for connection to this computer, Allowed for all users.

      - Set Windows authentication. When connecting, click on Advanced and set the authentication method to Windows.

      - Reinstall the program and/or graphics drivers.

  • Corey 29.09.2022 09:33 #

    The TeamViewer trial period expired, what should I do?

    • Hetman Software 29.09.2022 12:18 #

      The TeamViewer trial has expired error. This program is provided free of charge for non-commercial use. If you use it as a legal entity, you need to buy a commercial license. In terms of functionality, the free version is almost the same as the commercial version, but with some differences: it’s got advertising, there are pop-up windows suggesting to buy a license, it can’t be used on servers, and its modules cannot be configured for clients.

  • Simon Watson 28.09.2022 10:14 #

    TeamViewer error: Reason unknown. How to fix it?

    • Hetman Software 28.09.2022 14:42 #

      The problem is that it can’t connect to a server or remote PC. A similar problem emerges when you are trying to enter a user ID. Especially often, it happens in obsolete versions of this program. Most of the time, Reason Unknown error occurs when it is time to update TeamViewer.

      If TeamViewer refuses to connect, the problems can be one of the following: partners trying to connect have different program versions; TeamViewer is installed incorrectly; router issues; no Internet connection; maintenance works on the servers.

  • US Joe 28.09.2022 10:13 #

    Can I use TeamViewer without installation?

    • Hetman Software 28.09.2022 14:42 #

      TeamViewer provides remote control options to manage a computer from anywhere in the world as long as there is an Internet connection. One peculiar feature of this tools is not only that you can connect to your partner but even send them various types of files. You don’t need to install TeamViewer to start using it. TeamViewer Web Connector lets you gain access to another computer without installing anything to a PC or phone. Let’s explore pros and cons of this feature.

  • Dmitry Borovyk 20.05.2022 11:13 #

    If you have any questions about ordering RAID data recovery over the Internet, leave a comment to ask.

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