QNAP NAS Data Recovery Service | All Models | RAID Reconstruction Experts
QNAP Quick Checks (Before You Attempt Recovery)
Scenario 1: NAS Will Not Power On
- Test the PSU with a multimeter or known-good adapter.
- Try a different IEC lead and wall outlet.
- Remove all drives and attempt a bare boot.
- Inspect the board for bulging capacitors or burn marks.
Scenario 2: RAID Marked Degraded
- Note the bays flagged as failed and any recent drive swaps.
- Do not run a rebuild or re-sync — power down safely.
- Label disks by their original bay numbers for transport.
- Check SMART data for reallocated or pending sectors.
Scenario 3: Shares or Volumes Missing
- Attempt SSH access if available to confirm disk visibility.
- Review Storage & Snapshots in QTS for pool status.
- Look for “foreign” volume or pool warnings.
- Avoid resets or initialisation — this may overwrite data.
Critical: Repeated power-ons and rebuild attempts can reduce the chance of success. If these checks do not help, contact our specialists immediately.
Our QNAP Recovery Process
Stage 1: Evaluation
- Free phone consultation to triage symptoms
- £99 + VAT in-lab diagnostic assessment
- Array metadata & RAID parameter analysis
- Feasibility report with timeline and quote
Stage 2: Recovery
- Clean-room imaging of each member disk
- Virtual RAID reconstruction (no in-place writes)
- File-system repair (EXT4 / Btrfs) and mount
- Data verification and export to new media
Success-Based Pricing: £750 + VAT payable only on a successful recovery. No hidden extras.
QNAP NAS Recovery – Frequently Asked Questions
Can you recover from a degraded RAID 5/6?
Yes. We image each disk with PC-3000, reconstruct the array virtually and repair the QTS volume (EXT4/Btrfs) without running risky in-place rebuilds.
Do you support encrypted QNAP volumes?
We can recover from encrypted volumes with valid keys or passphrases. For security, we return files on encrypted media if requested.
How long does recovery usually take?
Typical cases complete within a few business days after approval. Complex mechanical damage or very large arrays may take longer. Emergency lab priority is available.
Should I try a rebuild or factory reset?
No. Rebuilds/resets can overwrite critical metadata. Power the NAS down and contact us for guidance.
What will you need from me?
The chassis, all member drives (kept in original order if possible), the PSU, any encryption keys/passwords, and a brief description of symptoms and recent events.
Is my data handled confidentially?
Yes. We follow GDPR-compliant workflows, restrict access to authorised engineers and can sign NDAs on request.
Emergency QNAP Recovery Service
London Lab
Address:
80 Willow Walk, Unit 1
London SE1 5SY
(24/7 monitored facility)
National Coverage
Free Secure Courier:
– Insured, tracked transport
– Anti-static packaging on request
– Business-critical priority handling
Creative IT — QNAP Data Recovery Experts | 24/7 Emergency Support | Since 2004