I really need help! My hard drive keeps loading and it's slowing down my entire PC. I have so many important files on it. Is there any way I can back everything up before it gets worse?
4 Answers
Recovery is generally easier for hard drives compared to SSDs, so if you're really struggling, consider taking it to a data recovery shop.
You could try using Hiren's BootCD to create a live Windows environment. It's a USB boot drive and pretty straightforward. Another option is to use an external enclosure for your hard drive, connect it to another device, or even swap it with a new hard drive in your PC to recover your files.
First off, stop using the drive immediately! Ideally, you should connect it as an external hard drive once you get a new SSD, and then attempt to copy your files over to the new drive.
It sounds like your hard drive might be failing. Make sure you get copies of any important files ASAP. If you're having trouble, don't hesitate to stop using it and find someone who can assist you quickly.
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