HGST & Hitachi Deskstar 7K1000 & 7K2000: specifications & data recovery

Model numbers, technical details and data recovery for HGST & Hitachi Deskstar 7K1000 & 7K2000 hard drives sold 2008–2011. Fixed quote and a list of recoverable files before you pay.

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HGST & Hitachi Deskstar 7K1000 & 7K2000: specifications & data recovery

About the Deskstar 7K1000 & 7K2000

Hitachi Deskstars were well regarded for reliability. Many are now 15 years old and suffer from worn heads or seized motors after storage.

Not sure which model you have? The model or part number is printed on the drive’s top label, for example ST2000DM008 or WD40EFRX.

Model numbers in this family

These are the most common model and part numbers in the Deskstar 7K1000 & 7K2000 family. Other capacities and variants are covered too.

HDT721010SLA360
HDS721010CLA332
HDS721050CLA362
HDS722020ALA330

How we recover Deskstar 7K1000 & 7K2000 data

We image the drive with hardware that copes with weak heads and bad sectors, replacing heads or motors in clean-room conditions when needed, then rebuild the file system from the copy.

Common questions

Can you recover data from a failed HGST & Hitachi Deskstar 7K1000 & 7K2000?

In most cases, yes. We image the drive with hardware that copes with weak heads and bad sectors, replacing heads or motors in clean-room conditions when needed, then rebuild the file system from the copy.

Where do I find my hard drive model number?

The model or part number is printed on the drive’s top label, for example ST2000DM008 or WD40EFRX.

Can I post my drive to you?

Yes, using our insured courier service from anywhere in the UK.

Get a price from a technician

Tell us the make, the model and what has gone wrong. A technician replies with a price and the quickest way to sort it – normally the same working day.

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