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A days worth of paperwork lost on 2 day old laptop that wont turn on

emmalfall

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Apr 26, 2015
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4,510
I would get a replacement but would appreciate any help to try and save the files. Hard reset had not worked.
 
Do you have a desktop at all? If you do, you're best bet would be to remove the HDD and plug it up to that and retrieve your files.

Otherwise, this article might help:

-http://www.tomshardware.com/forum/279864-28-connect-hard-drive-laptop

If you need help in removing the hard drive, look up a service manual for your laptop or ask a tech savy friend to help you out.

I don't have much experience with the what will/will not void your warranty but this should at least get your documents.