Post-Golden Week Device Issues and How to Prevent Them Quickly

Rise in Device Troubles Post-Golden Week

As the Golden Week holiday passes, many people find themselves facing an unexpected spike in device issues. The Rapid Data Recovery WinGet service, operated by Riplus Inc., has reported that during and shortly after long holiday periods, storage device failures become prevalent. To help users prepare, they have released five prevention checks that can be easily implemented before the holiday rush begins.

The Digital Pitfalls Awaiting After a Break

In recent years, the shift towards digital operations means that storage devices such as computers, HDDs, SSDs, NAS units, and servers have become indispensable in managing critical data for both businesses and personal users. However, during long breaks, several factors can increase the risk of malfunction: prolonged power-off periods, lack of use, and frequent transportation.

Moreover, the rise in telecommuting has led to increased movement between home and office environments, making users more susceptible to data mishaps due to carelessness. These challenges highlight the importance of vigilance among users post-holiday.

Common Recovery Requests

At Rapid Data Recovery WinGet, we observe a consistent increase in recovery consultations between the end of Golden Week and mid-May each year. Some frequently reported issues include:

- Computers (Laptop/Desktop): "The machine won’t power on after a long shutdown" or "It freezes during startup, and the OS fails to load."
- HDD (Internal/External): "The drive doesn’t show up upon connection" or "I hear clicking noises, and it’s unresponsive."
- SSD (Internal/External): "I accidentally formatted or initialized the drive" or "I mistakenly deleted all data when reinstalling the OS."
- NAS (Network HDD): "I can’t access the device" or "RAID failure has made data invisible."
- Servers (including RAID setups): "Multiple HDDs are showing errors" or "The system won’t boot after restarting."

Many of these issues can worsen if the device remains powered on or is restarted repeatedly. It’s crucial to turn off the power immediately and consult with professionals in case of trouble.

Five Preventive Checks to Undertake Before the Holiday

To safeguard valuable data, we recommend performing the following five checks before the Golden Week holiday:

1. Device Functionality Check & Log Review: Examine the operational status of devices like NAS and HDDs, checking for error logs and any anomalies. Monitoring the health of HDDs can lead to early detection of potential failures.

2. Regular Backup Implementation: Always back up important data to separate storage or cloud solutions. Remember that even configurations like RAID do not serve as adequate substitutes for backups relying on a single device.

3. Geographically Distributed Backup on Cloud: To prepare for disasters or device failures, establishing geographic dispersion is effective from the perspective of Business Continuity Planning (BCP). Collaboration with our cloud service, Win-Get! Cloud TENMA, offers a viable preventive strategy.

4. Installation and Inspection of UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply): Ensure the safe shutdown of systems during power outages by implementing a UPS and regularly checking its battery status.

5. Check HVAC and Humidity Control: Reassess the temperature and humidity management in server rooms or equipment areas, and be mindful of physical risks such as leaks or dust accumulation.

Reliable Response from Rapid Data Recovery WinGet

Rapid Data Recovery WinGet offers support through 185 locations nationwide, featuring:

- Same-day diagnostics and next-day recovery
- Free initial evaluation and estimates
- Support through on-site visits, drop-off, or shipping

We assist with a broad range of physical and logical failures affecting computers, HDDs, SSDs, NAS, and servers. While it's challenging to foresee failures, preparing for them is entirely possible.

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