Gene51 wrote:
Mechanically damaged drives cost more to repair - on average from $500 to $3000 depending on size and extent of damage. Logically damaged drives can cost from $300 to $2000. When you get this sorted out, make sure you get 2 replacement drives - and use one as a backup. If the cost of an SSD is too high, you should get a much cheaper, like a WD Gold or Black, or Hitachi (HGST) Ultrastar - which I have found to be reliable. You'll know a good drive from a lesser one by cost (better cost more), warranty (robust drives have 5 yr warranties), and performance - faster read/write specs. I would then purchase a decent enclosure with the connection you need (USB 3, USB C, Thunderbolt, etc). The enclosures are usually between $20 and $40.
Good luck!
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