If the drive is recognized by your computer but files are missing, these third-party tools offer free versions for data rescue:
: A powerful, open-source command-line tool that can ignore file systems and go after the raw data directly—excellent for drives with corrupted partition tables. 3. Rescue Methods for Advanced Failures
: Using a "Live CD" or USB with tools like DDRescue can help you create a bit-for-bit image of a failing drive before it dies completely.
: If your partition shows as "RAW," TestDisk can often rebuild the partition table and make your files visible again without needing to "recover" them to a new drive. Crucial Recovery Tips