Scratched DVD – Does It Result in Lost Data and How to Fix It
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Does a scratched DVD result in lost data?
How do I fix a scratched DVD?
Best Answer
1.yes but not completely
It will depend on how much it is scratched . If it is negligible just ignore it
. If it is in the moderate level some utility programs may help you . If it is in very high level no hope , (still you may can recover some data if you have luck :) )
2.Try your luck using following apps
CD Recovery Toolbox Free
CD Recovery Toolbox Free was developed for recovering damaged files CD, DVD, HD DVD, Blu-Ray and etc disks. You can use it to restore information lost as a result of some mechanical damage of the disk (scratches, chips, different spots on the surface) or as a result of incorrect recording. Program can recover data that was considered lost. Tool scans any CD and DVD disks and finds files and folders located there
Recovers files from disks with physical damage. Allows you to copy files from disks with problems such as bad sectors, scratches or that just give errors when reading data. The program will attempt to recover every readable piece of a file and put the pieces together. Using this method most types of files can be made useable even if some parts of the file were not recoverable in the end.
Or Try to fix the DVD
First clean the surface of the disc with a soft lint-free cloth. You can use a gentle detergent (or rubbing alcohol) if there are some grease spots. Make sure there are no finger prints or dust particles. Don’t scrub too hard as you may do more harm than good this way.
Now apply some toothpaste or polish on the scratched surface. It is best to start with a minimum amount of either, or else you will have your work really cut out trying to buff away the remainder.
Now rub gently with a cloth moving from the center outwards.
Optical drives use different lasers to read DVDs vs. CDs. It's entirely possible for one part to break and not the other. That's almost certainly what happened to you -- the drive is (partially) broken. Buy a replacement drive, or RMA if under warranty.
I don't believe Apple sell replacement restore DVDs. The closest thing would be to purchase a Snow Leopard install DVD. They're only £26 (Sterling) and can do almost everything you might use the restore DVD for.
Best Answer
1.yes but not completely
It will depend on how much it is scratched . If it is negligible just ignore it . If it is in the moderate level some utility programs may help you . If it is in very high level no hope , (still you may can recover some data if you have luck :) )
2.Try your luck using following apps
CD Recovery Toolbox Free CD Recovery Toolbox Free was developed for recovering damaged files CD, DVD, HD DVD, Blu-Ray and etc disks. You can use it to restore information lost as a result of some mechanical damage of the disk (scratches, chips, different spots on the surface) or as a result of incorrect recording. Program can recover data that was considered lost. Tool scans any CD and DVD disks and finds files and folders located there
Roadkil's Unstoppable Copier
Recovers files from disks with physical damage. Allows you to copy files from disks with problems such as bad sectors, scratches or that just give errors when reading data. The program will attempt to recover every readable piece of a file and put the pieces together. Using this method most types of files can be made useable even if some parts of the file were not recoverable in the end.
Or Try to fix the DVD
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