Hello. About a week ago I was messing around inside my computer when my hard drive dropped. When I tried to pick it up, it was scolding HOT. It was running until I shut down the computer. After that, it wouldn't spin-up. I don't know if there's a way to revive it or not. Any help is APPRECIATED! Thx!

P.S. It's a Western Digital 1600JB 160 GB Hard Drive with ? MB Cache.

Hi jmarket, try putting it in a polythene bag and freezing it for a few hours. Sound crazy? well apparently it does the trick lol. Just make sure to wipe off any condensation when you take it out.

Pgh

Pgh is correct but that's only a temporary solution (If it works). The drive will most likely fail for good a few hours after so you would have to backup what you can and be prepared to buy another hdd.

Thanks guys! You have been a BIG help! I don't know what I'd do without you guys! I'll try that and see what happens. Who knows, it might stay "spinned up" for a little longer. I think I'll just go buy a new HD. Thx and have a GREAT day!!!!