Restoring data from a flash drive that is not visible to the computer
Restoring data from a flash drive that the computer does not see can be caused by various reasons. Here are some steps you can take to request a data recovery:
1. Check other USB ports on your computer or connect the flash drive to another computer - sometimes the problem may be related to a specific USB port.
2. Use data recovery software – there are many free and commercial software products available online (e.g. Recuva). Make sure you have selected the correct device type when scanning.
3. If the program does not recognize your flash drive even after a thorough check of all the device's search options, this may indicate serious hardware damage. In this case, it is better to contact a professional data recovery service.
4. Ask for help from specialists - if all the described methods do not give results or the data is very valuable for you, it is recommended to contact only persons with certain expertise.
However, before starting any actions, it is recommended to create a backup of all available data on another device or storage medium. This will help avoid the loss of important information and provide an opportunity to conduct safe experiments with the flash drive.
In any case, if you do not have sufficient experience working with utility programs or computer hardware, it is better to turn to specialists for professional help.