Restore hdd is not detected

If your hard disk (HDD) is not detected by the computer, there are several steps that can be taken to restore it:

1. Check the connection: Make sure that the SATA or IDE cable and the HDD power are securely connected to both the hard drive itself and the motherboard.

2. Change the port: If possible, reconnect the HDD to another free SATA or IDE port on the motherboard.

3. Run the BIOS/UEFI Setup Utility: You may need to make changes to the system's BIOS settings to detect a new data storage device.
– Press the Del/F2/Esc key (depending on the manufacturer) when the computer boots to enter the BIOS/UEFI Setup Utility.
– Find the “Storage” or “Boot” section, check the list of storage devices and check the corresponding port with your HDD.

4. Hard disk status check program:
Many manufacturers provide special programs for testing the state of railways
Some of these tools can help identify problems with your hard drive and possibly restore it.

5. Connect to a second computer: If you have access to a second computer, try connecting the HDD via a USB adapter or some third-party software shell to check the detection.

6. Seek the help of a specialist: In the event that all of the above methods did not bring results,
it is best to seek professional help from a service center or IT specialists for data repair.

It is important to note that some of these steps can potentially damage the data on your HDD.

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