SSD Data Recovery - NVMe, M.2, and SATA Drive Recovery
From the repair expert 2 million YouTubers trust. If your SSD is not detected or data became inaccessible, we perform component-level repair instead of canned software clicks; fixing the controller, firmware, or power path so your files can be imaged safely.
We work on NVMe/M.2 and SATA SSDs in-house at our Austin lab; no outsourcing, no middlemen. Free evaluation. No data = no fee.
How SSD Data Recovery Works
We diagnose with ACE PC-3000 Portable and custom fixtures to access vendor-specific modes, read firmware modules, and stabilize the drive for safe imaging.
Many "unrecoverable" SSDs aren't. Shops that don't do board-level work stop at software; we don't.
Firmware & translator repair
Fix ID/8MB issues, rebuild mapping, correct module CRCs.
Controller repair
Power path, PMIC, or controller IC replacement under microscope; retain adaptives/keys where applicable.
NAND direct read (chip-off)
Last-resort extraction with ECC, wear-level map & XOR handled in software.
Watch an SSD Recovery in Our Lab
We show real recoveries on YouTube; no stock footage, no theater.
SSD Failure Types We Recover
Controller Failure
Symptoms: not detected, shows 0GB/8MB, instant disconnects, or runs unusually hot. Common controllers: Phison, Silicon Motion, Marvell, Samsung, SandForce.
Our approach: diagnose PMIC/power rails, rework or swap controller IC (with matching microcode/ROM), then re-init firmware and image immediately.
NAND / Firmware Corruption
Symptoms: system hangs on access, disk reports odd capacity, partitions vanish after unsafe shutdown/updates.
Our approach: rebuild translator and metadata, direct NAND read if necessary, then reconstruct with ECC/wear-level data.
Physical / Electronic Damage
Liquid, surge, bent M.2 edge connector, cracked PCB or burned components.
We clean corrosion, repair traces, replace regulators/connectors, and if needed transplant NAND to a donor PCB. Encryption is handled case-by-case; we prefer restoring the original controller so the drive can decrypt normally.
Manufacturer-Specific Recovery
Samsung
870 EVO (SATA), 970/980/990 NVMe families. Proprietary controllers (Phoenix/Elpis) and default encryption are common; our goal is controller repair and safe imaging.
Crucial / Micron
MX500 (SATA), P5/P5 Plus (NVMe). We address firmware quirks, power issues, and overheating failures.
Western Digital / SanDisk
WD Blue/Black (e.g., SN750/SN850), SanDisk Extreme portable with hardware encryption/USB bridge failures; repair controller/bridge or transplant NAND while preserving keys.
Kingston, Seagate, ADATA & Others
A2000/KC2500, FireCuda 520, SX8200, and more. Realtek/Phison/SMI variants handled in-house.
Apple Proprietary & T2/M-series
Older Apple blade SSDs via adapters; T2/M-series require logic-board repair to access integrated, encrypted storage. See MacBook Data Recovery.
Pricing & Turnaround
Free evaluation and a firm quote before paid work. If we can't recover your data, you owe $0. Ask about rush service.
| Type of Recovery | Estimated Cost |
|---|---|
| Simple (deleted files / minor firmware) | $300 - $600 |
| Intermediate (controller/PMIC repair) | $600 - $1200 |
| Complex (chip-off / heavy damage) | $1200 - $2000 |
Important: Previously opened or tampered drives may not qualify for "no data, no fee" unless agreed in advance.
Why Choose Rossmann
Component-level diagnosis
Microscope work, BGA rework, controller swaps; real repair, not just software.
YouTube transparency
We show the work, not stock photos. (Founder Louis Rossmann is a Right-to-Repair leader and has appeared on CBC News.)
In-house only
Your device stays in our Austin lab.
No BS pricing
Clear ranges, free evaluation, no data = no charge.
SSD Data Recovery FAQs
Can you recover data from a dead SSD?
Often, yes; if NAND is intact we can repair electronics or bypass the controller to extract data.
How much does SSD recovery cost?
Most cases fall within the table above. We evaluate free and quote before work. No data, no fee.
Is SSD recovery harder than HDD?
Different and often more complex; controllers, firmware, and encryption change the game. We handle both.
Can encrypted SSDs be recovered?
Yes, with valid credentials or by restoring the original controller to decrypt as designed.
What's the success rate?
We provide an honest likelihood after evaluation.
A few quick steps you take now can greatly improve the chances of a successful recovery.
Do NOT:
- Stop using the drive immediately; don't write new data
- Do not open the SSD; leave any corrosion/contamination to us
Do:
- Pack in an anti-static bag with padding; include your contact info
- Use tracked shipping to our Austin lab; request signature on delivery
- Provide passwords/keys if the volume is encrypted
Ready to get your data back?
Free evaluation. No data = no charge. Mail-in from anywhere in the U.S.