Recovering data from water-damaged MacBook Pro
Has anyone here dealt with a MacBook that suffered liquid damage and stopped mounting the drive? I am trying to figure out if it is worth attempting a DIY fix with software or if professional hardware intervention is the only realistic path for modern M-series chips.
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From what I have gathered, the difficulty of data retrieval depends heavily on whether you are dealing with a simple file system error or actual hardware failure. For modern Macs with T2 or M-series encryption, the "No data, no charge" policy offered by some specialists seems like a more rational approach than risking further corruption with consumer-grade software.
Based on technical specs, a professional data recovery service typically uses ISO Class 5 cleanrooms for physical repairs, which is necessary if the SSD controller or logic board is unresponsive. I noticed that logical recovery for deleted files usually starts around $100, while severe hardware damage can take up to 30 days and costs significantly more. It is probably better to get a free diagnostic first rather than experimenting blindly, especially since modern Apple architecture makes DIY attempts on encrypted storage nearly impossible if the hardware is failing.