- Store your information on more than one media.
- Hard disks are devices for temporary data storage. There are two types of hard disks: damaged or ones that will become damaged.
- If you notice any unusual noises (e.g. rattling, grating, whining, etc.) immediately transfer your valuable data or even better turn off your computer and take your hard disk to a specialist.
- If Windows often starts-up with checkdisk, store your data. There may be bad sectors developing.
- Do not overfill your disk space.
- Do not trust self-proclaimed specialists.
- Do not use data recovery software you are not familiar with. You could do more damage than any good.
- For hard disks over 120 GB, spinning at 7200 rpm or more, it is recommendable to ensure additional cooling.
- Use good-quality computer components – the power supply unit is especially critical.
- In case of file deletion or loss , it is important to IMMEDIATELY stop operating the device to avoid recording over the same disk (device) sectors. In such cases IMMEDIATELY contact a specialist.