Hard Drive Shipping Instructions

The instructions below should be followed as closely as possible.

If you have any questions about how to package and ship your hard drive please call

347-893-3354 24/7 for help.

Please use Fed-Ex or UPS air only

DHL for international is preffered.

Fill out a request form and include it in your package.

If at all possible, remove the media from the computer. Get expert help if necessary. Send us just the hard drive(s), tape(s), floppy, jaz, zip, optical, flashcard, microdrive etc..

Handle a hard disk drive as you would handle an egg. Handle failed hard disk drives with the same care as new drives.
Use the original shipping materials, if you still have them. If not, they are relatively easy to replicate:

1.) Wrap media in an anti-static bag or tinfoil to prevent Stacic Electricity.

2.) Use a box that is at least twice the size of the media so that the media can be suspended in the middle of the box. We recommend a minimum of two inches of insulation all around for a 2 lb drive.

3.) Pack securely with foam, bubble wrap, or newspaper so the media will not move from the middle of the box. Avoid using peanuts as contents will settle to the bottom of the box.

4.) If sending a computer, laptop or notebook, use great care to ensure proper cushioning and protection. We recommend at least 6 inches for insulation. The heavier the unit, the more insulation required.

To proceed do one of the following:

Fill out an online data recovery quote form - a representative will get back to you within an hour of submittal.

Call 347-893-3354 ( our toll-free number is at the top of every page) to speak with a representative and receive your quote over the phone. We answer our phones 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

Fill out a data recovery request form and ship us your drive. please follow any instructions on how to package and ship a hard drive.