Barracuda XT, Barracuda, Barracuda Green, DiamondMax and other desktop SATA and IDE drives

[Wh1tey]

Well if anyone actually needs the software to get data back let me know b/c I have it. I'm not sure if it will work if the dirve is actually dead and not working but it's worth a shot. I've used it on drives that were about to die or have died but was able to power them up for a few just to get the data saved. So if you would like it just send me a PM and i'll send it your way.

[fuzzby]

It sounds like you're just running recovery software. The only confirmed method to self recover a bricked drive for this 7200.11 firmware issue is purchasing the repair kit as myself and many of us have done. This repair kit is a hardware + software solution as you need to connect to the drive's firmware via a special serial connection. Seagate is expected to announce data recovery as many news sites have already reported. If you can wait then I would definitely reccomend everyone to go this route as it will keep your warranty intact. Otherwise you can purchase this kit or find someone who already has it if you need your data sooner.

[Wh1tey]

Well I have both really I went out to best buy and bought an external sata to usb so that way I can just plug any drive into it and not have to reboot to access it also bought an ide to usb as well to do the same. You don't need to buy the hardware from seagate you can goto any decent pc store and buy the stuff that you need from there and then just get the data recovery software like I got.

[piltaf]

Anyone looking for a solution without sending their drive through the Seagate Data Recovery process, you are welcome to PM me. I am not an expert, nor will I fix the drive for you, but I will guide you in the general direction of what it takes. Some advanced computer knowledge is required, so if you are someone who has never opened up a computer before, this is not for you. I have repaired my own drive using this method and does not require any special software, but does require a few small hardware pieces and some patience.

You should be familiar with BIOS functions, Terminal functions and being able to work with powered PCB boards without electricuting yourself.

[Marknga]

My Maxtor Diamondmax 22 with sn: 6QM0M5MW is not recognized by my intel raid controller on a Asus PQ5-PRO. The disk is part of a RAID 0 volume. Free data recovery would be great.

[PlastikmanQ]

where do I get this firmware update for the 7200.11?

my disc is affected with the bad firmware.

[CeFurkan]

hi i am a computer engineer student.so i belive i can follow your instructions.who has a solution for already dead one without requiring special equipment pls pm me.

ty very much.

Message Edited by CeFurkan on 01-19-2009 07:11 AM

[jackSparrow]

I have been sending emails to Seagate customer support but they are not replying back.. They instantly replied when it was till data recovery(paid one) but now as regarding this bug issue.. They are sitting silent. At least let me know what to do..i lost my all precious data.. Now please don't tell me for a backup.. This drive failed after 13 days.. How could have i ever thought that it could fail so early.. Was not remotely in my sixth sense.. Thanks seagate its a DiamondMax22 STM3500320AS. Or just even tell me that i won't be getting my data anyway.. I won't even RMA the drive.. I already had enough. Can anyone let me know their number.. I tried calling on few but was not able to get through. Fuzzby im losing all my hopes

[asturboy]

The flat-fee for the data recovery service from seagate would be the best the could do. A fee, low enough to be affordable, and high enough not to kill the company financially. The problem and therefore the solution is generic.

[Papindos]

ugh

I have lost 2 Terabytes of information!!!!

ST31000340AS 9QJ1VCZC SD15
ST31000340AS 9QJ0N1TL SD15

and 3 more 1.5 Tb drives in danger

ST31500341AS 9VS0GM45 CC1G
ST31500341AS 9VS0LD78 CC1G
ST31500341AS 9VS047LM CC1G

[Edited in compliance of the community rules and regulations.]

Message Edited by BradC on 01-21-2009 05:45 PM