At Bracknell Data Recovery, we provide expert recovery services for all models of Lenovo laptops, including IdeaPad, ThinkPad, Yoga, and Legion series. With over 25 years of experience, we specialise in handling cases that local repair shops and even Lenovo OEM support cannot resolve — especially where the hard drive spins but is not recognised by the system.
If your Lenovo laptop’s drive is powered on but invisible in BIOS or Windows, the cause is often firmware corruption or PCB (Printed Circuit Board) failure — both of which require advanced technical intervention.
Supported Lenovo Laptop Series
We support all Lenovo laptop lines, including:
- Lenovo IdeaPad (all models)
- Lenovo ThinkPad (T, X, E, L series)
- Lenovo Yoga (Convertible/2-in-1)
- Lenovo Legion (Gaming laptops)
- Lenovo V Series
- Lenovo Flex
- Lenovo Chromebook models (with internal eMMC or SSD)
Supported Operating Systems
We recover data from systems running:
- Windows 11 / 10 / 8 / 7
- Linux (Ubuntu, Fedora, etc.)
- macOS partitions (via BootCamp or dual-boot)
- Chrome OS (Lenovo Chromebooks)
- BitLocker-encrypted Windows installations
Common Fault: Drive Spins but Not Recognised
When a hard drive spins up but is not detected by the BIOS or operating system, the problem is typically one of the following:
- PCB Failure: The controller board on the drive is damaged or unable to communicate with the system.
- Firmware Corruption: Internal microcode has become corrupted, preventing proper drive initialisation.
- Damaged Service Area (SA): The drive’s firmware and translation tables are unreadable, even though the platters are intact.
How We Recover Data – Step by Step
1. Forensic Drive Inspection & Secure Imaging
Once we receive your drive, we begin with a non-invasive inspection and attempt to create a forensic image using specialist write-blocking tools. If the drive is not accessible at this level, we proceed to advanced recovery steps.
2. PCB Repair or Replacement
We identify and repair damaged components on the Printed Circuit Board, including TVS diodes, resistors, or microcontrollers. If a full PCB replacement is needed, we source a donor board and transfer the ROM chip, which contains drive-specific calibration data.
3. Firmware Access & Recovery
Using vendor-specific tools (e.g. PC-3000), we access the firmware modules directly from the drive’s service area. We attempt to:
- Reload damaged firmware modules
- Rebuild the translator
- Clear SMART defects or firmware locks
This allows the drive to initialise properly and be read for imaging.
4. Clone Creation
Once the firmware issue is resolved or the PCB is repaired, we create a full sector-by-sector clone of the drive onto a healthy destination disk. This prevents any further risk to your original hardware.
5. Logical File System Recovery
We mount the clone and begin recovering your data. If the file system is corrupt, we repair or reconstruct it manually to restore folder structures and file names wherever possible.
6. Integrity Verification & Delivery
Recovered data is checked for completeness and integrity. We return it securely on a new external drive or via encrypted download where appropriate.
Why Choose Bracknell Data Recovery?
- Over 25 Years of Experience in hard drive and SSD recovery
- Success Where Others Fail – including after Lenovo support or local shops have given up
- Specialists in PCB Repair & Firmware Recovery
- Secure, GDPR-Compliant Process from Start to Finish
- Support for BitLocker, Windows, Linux, and dual-boot systems
- Critical 48-Hour Turnaround Available for Business Users
Whether you’re a student, professional, or business with critical files trapped in a failed Lenovo laptop, we have the tools and knowledge to recover your data safely and efficiently.
Contact Bracknell Data Recovery Today
If your Lenovo laptop hard drive spins but isn’t recognised, don’t risk further damage with repeated power cycles or DIY attempts. Contact Bracknell Data Recovery today for a free diagnostic. Our engineers are ready to recover your data — even in cases where others cannot.
Bracknell Data Recovery – Bracknell and London’s No.1 Lenovo Laptop Data Recovery Experts