Imagine you’re starting your morning, boot up your computer , ready to dive into your workday. A pop-up nudges you to update Windows, promising new features and bug fixes. With a hopeful click, you initiate the Windows update process. But as soon as you reboot, your heart sinks. Files you had just yesterday, important documents and cherished photos, seem to have vanished into thin air. This isn’t just data. It’s your hard work, memories, and moments, all seemingly erased by a single update. The idea that a simple system upgrade could result in data loss is a harsh reality for many. But ..read more

Case Study: Accidental Deletion of a 'Snap Clone' From a Storage Area Network (SAN) Client: U.S. Airport Recovery Type: SAN and VMware The case study highlights the accidental deletion of a “Snap Clone” from a Storage Area Network (SAN) at a U.S. airport, leading to significant data loss across multiple virtual machines and storage volumes. The Director of Information and Communication Technologies chose DriveSavers, recognizing their high security standards and outstanding track record for the crucial data recovery task. Data Loss Situation During a routine maintenance operation ..read more

Matt Nute, an amateur photographer from Kansas City, Missouri, shares his experience with DriveSavers after encountering a severe issue with his external hard drive. While upgrading his PC for photo editing, he noticed his drive, which contained six years of precious photographs, including irreplaceable memories of his father, making a grinding noise and then failing to be recognized by his computer. Despite having used the drive as a backup and already migrating to a new machine, this was the only copy of his photos. With low expectations due to the drive not being recognized by his comput ..read more

Welcome to the digital era, where our lives are deeply intertwined with bytes and bits. Losing access to your digital valuables can be a heart-stopping moment, whether it’s critical work documents, precious family photos, or your favorite music collection. Before diving into data recovery, take a moment to pause and breathe. We’re here to walk you through the maze of data recovery errors, making sure you have the best shot at successfully retrieving your data. At DriveSavers, we’ve encountered every scenario and are committed to assisting our customers in the U.S. navigate the challeng ..read more

Bill Bathe, a man with an illustrious past and a vibrant present, lives in Tucson, Arizona. As a former Major League Baseball player, Bill has experienced the highs of athletic achievement, including playing in the 1989 World Series with the San Francisco Giants. After hanging up his cleats, Bill embarked on a 26-year career with the Tucson Fire Department, dedicating his life to serving his community. Today, he thrives as an insurance broker specializing in Medicare, a role that demands the utmost responsibility and safeguarding of sensitive data. Bill’s laptop, the keeper of his professio ..read more

Dr. Mark Wade recounts his chilling story of data recovery after a severe incident involving his iPhone and a snowblower. Despite the extensive damage to his phone, DriveSavers successfully retrieved all of his data, including critical patient information that required a HIPAA-compliant solution. Hear his story and see the photos of Mark’s mutilated iPhone. Also, read the in-depth account: Snowblower-Demolished iPhone, a Data Recovery Miracle. Transcript My name is Mark Wade. I live in Fairbanks, Alaska, and I’m an orthopedic surgeon by profession. The problem I had with my phone was, is ..read more

Mark, a dedicated physician in the icy terrains of Fairbanks, Alaska, routinely plows the snow from his driveway. This last March, his iPhone 11 met its demise in the merciless jaws of his snowblower, not only shattering the device but also scattering its components beneath four feet of snow. Winter's Wrath The difficulty of retrieving pieces of the phone strewn across the snowy expanse immediately became a bitter reality. There was no way to easily collect the device, especially with so many pieces of it buried in the snow. Mark embarked on a months-long mission to recover the sc ..read more

Paul Paliy, owner of CompRite, has been recommending DriveSavers for many years and became a devoted partner with DriveSavers in 2017. The enduring partnership is fueled by CompRite’s unwavering confidence in the unparalleled customer service DriveSavers gives to their customers and the company’s commitment to providing top-tier secure data recovery services. CompRite’s commitment to customer data is evident in Paul’s recommendation of DriveSavers, emphasizing the peace of mind that comes with trusting a reliable data recovery service provider. When referring clients to DriveSavers, CompRite ..read more

Since the digital age began, the term “ransom” has taken on a whole new meaning. Ransomware, a malicious software often perceived as infiltrating and permanently compromising entire computer systems or networks to hold data hostage, poses a persistent threat in today’s interconnected world. In this article, we explore the captivating world of ransomware and reveal the DriveSavers secret weapon that can rescue an organization from the clutches of cybercriminals—data recovery. How Ransomware Sneaks In A ransomware infection is a digital kidnapping where attackers encrypt your data and ..read more

In today’s fast-paced digital world, businesses often grapple with a common challenge in data governance and management – dealing with old, no longer necessary data from the computers, servers, and other devices currently being used. Let’s explore why it’s crucial to remove outdated data, how it impacts digital storage, and the strategic steps IT professionals can take to maintain a streamlined and efficient data environment. Why Eliminate Obsolete Data? DriveSavers recommends you take this proactive safety approach annually. Outdated data clutters data storage devices. Removing it e ..read more