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This course offers a complete and practical approach to mastering Data Recovery from HDDs and SSDs. It is designed for both beginners and experienced technicians. Learn everything from drive internals to advanced firmware repair using professional tools like PC-3000, MRT Lab, and more. The course includes real case-based learning and hands-on sessions in a professional lab environment.
Module D1.1 – Introduction to Storage Devices
Types of storage devices (HDD, SSD, Flash drives)
Basic difference between HDD and SSD
Types of hard disks and their mechanisms
Recording technologies in HDDs
Types of file systems: NTFS, APFS, HFS, ExFAT, FAT
Understanding different OS versions and their compatibility
Identifying HDD types and models
Module D1.2 – HDD Data Recovery: Common Problems & Faults
Logical, physical, and firmware corruption issues
Causes of logical failures
Physical problems overview
PCB components and circuit basics
Firmware corruption and behavior
Firmware programming tools: PC-3000, MRT Lab, Dolphin, etc.
Module D1.3 – Understanding HDD Structure
Component identification
Disk platters and their role
Spindle motor operation
Head arm, head actuator, head clearance
Air filter functions
Track, sector, cluster, cylinder explanation
CHS addressing & calculations
Quick summary revision
Module D1.4 – Internal Parts of Hard Disk
Main internal and external components
PCB part understanding
Mechanism overview
Detailed breakdown of HDD head and platter interaction
Module D1.5 – How Data is Stored in Hard Disk
Logical vs physical data layout
Sector & file allocation mapping
Impact of file system on storage
Module D1.6 – Recovery Software for Different Problems
Problem-specific software suggestions
Formatted/deleted file recovery
Common tools: R-Studio, EaseUS, Recuva, HDD Sentinel
Advanced tools: PC-3000, MRT Lab