For years I've used the old pull the HDD out and adapters. For software, more at noted in the top post of the CNET Storage Forum so let's note that now.
The adapter I use the most is found with google and the words GEEKS 2020.
Bob
Hi Guys wanna check what all possible Break-fix techniques for MAC OS HDD's you've got, I have a video done years ago.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n4o1dVpRyzU
But I would like to know the the new ideas / apps for Data Recovery from MAC's

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