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RAID, which stands for Redundant Arrays of Independent Disks, are, as there name suggests, a storage media solution comprised of a number of disks that are combined together to provide end-users with enhanced speed, to increase the security of their data or both.

The manner in which these individual drives are combined is not consistent, however, though four separate arrangements are commonly used:

RAID 0: Also known as striped RAID, RAID0 arrays are used solely to increase performance. This is achieved by splitting data into even segments on to disks present in the array. While this results in increased performance, it offers no additional protection against data loss and, should a single drive fail, all data will become inaccessible.

RAID1: RAID1 arrays – commonly referred to as mirrored RAID due to their setup – are used to increase the security of the data stored on them. Here, two or more drives are included in the array with each existing as a duplicate of the other.

RAID5: These arrays are designed in order to both improved performance and security. It utilizes striping like a RAID0 but can tolerate the failure of one disk thanks to what is known as parity whereby data that is stored on one disk is partially written to all others allowing any lost data to be rebuilt in the event of a drive failing.

RAID6: RAID6 arrays utilize the same principles as those seen in RAID5 arrays, but, as it increases the amount of storage space dedicated to parity data, can tolerate the failure of two drives rather than just one.

While the techniques that our technicians utilize will differ depending on the arrangement, the following will consistently be undertaken during a diagnostic on a failed RAID array:

• The RAID's configuration and file-system will be thoroughly assessed;
• A review to determine whether physical parts of the array require replacement or Recover; and
• A custom plan for the safe extraction of the data held on the drive is developed.

While Fields have an exceptionally high success rate with all types of RAID array, we cannot be certain that your data is recoverable, nor can we determine the likely costs, without having diagnosed the array beforehand. You can book your free diagnostic today by sending us an email or calling us at 866-879-1281866-879-1281.

Servers have – thanks to the falling cost of the technology – become more prominent in not just commercial settings (the vast majority of modern businesses utilize servers to some extent) but within tech-savvy households too! Some of the most common types of servers are:

• File and Media Servers: These include Network Attached Storage, Storage Area Networks, External Hard Drives and DROBO units.
• Exchange Servers: These servers are used to manage Microsoft exchange; an extremely popular email solution for businesses.
• Database Servers: As their name suggests, these are used to store large databases and are absolutely vital to numerous businesses around the world.
• Web Servers: With many companies reliant upon their online presence as a means of considerable profit generation, a failed web server – which stores the information required for companies to remain online – can have serious and adverse financial consequences!

Irrespective of the server type, though, Fields’ elite server recovery team will undertake the following when completing their initial diagnostic:

• Determine the precise cause of failure;
• Review the condition of all physical components and establish if any are in need of Recover or replacement; and
• Create a unique plan of action for safe recovery of your data

With Fields’ free diagnostic, you can receive confirmation of the fact that your data can be recovered and receive a no-obligation, fixed-fee quote fast! Book yours today by sending us an email or calling us at 866-879-1281866-879-1281.