Michal has a good idea. A Linux may be able to read the stuff. Then you can transfer the data (if any) to another device. You could use this - all you need is a 4GB USB stick and some place to move the data to.
http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/287439-emergency-kit-save-your-files-dead-os.html
Don't get confused by the title. It would work for you. But any live Linux CD like the suggested Puppy would work too. Only thing is that Puppy is a bit awkward to copy files. Mint which is on my suggested stick is easier to operate. Plus you get a nice OS that can be used anywhere.
http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/287439-emergency-kit-save-your-files-dead-os.html
Don't get confused by the title. It would work for you. But any live Linux CD like the suggested Puppy would work too. Only thing is that Puppy is a bit awkward to copy files. Mint which is on my suggested stick is easier to operate. Plus you get a nice OS that can be used anywhere.
My Computer
At a glance
Vista, Windows7, Mint Mate, Zorin, Windows 8from 1.6GHz Duo to i7
- Computer Manufacturer/Model Number
- HP, Dell, Gateway, Toshiba - 4 laptops and 2 desktops
- OS
- Vista, Windows7, Mint Mate, Zorin, Windows 8
- CPU
- from 1.6GHz Duo to i7
- Monitor(s) Displays
- 2x HP w2207
- Hard Drives
- 5x HDD, 7x SSD, 12x Externals
- Keyboard
- with trackball - no mices
- Mouse
- Trackball mice
- Internet Speed
- DSL 6000
