My computer has an SSD and a HD. SSD contains Windows 10 while my HD has my programs and documents. When I turn on my computer, it takes about 5 minutes to load into Windows where it then freezes. I am unable to perform any tasks in Windows. Previously, CrystalDiskInfo has reported that my HD has bad sectors. I unplugged my HD and I am able to successfully load Windows 10.
My problem is that I need the data and applications from my failed HD. I would like to clone my failing HD onto a new HD, then plug it into my computer so Windows will function normally as before (ie - my applications will still be stored, settings and documents will remain the same). What sort of steps can I take to clone my drive?
UPDATE:
I have taken a look at the linked resource (How do I recover lost/inaccessible data from my storage device?) but I don't think it helps me in my situation. I do not think I have a mechanical issue as I do not hear any weird noises coming from my hard drive. Furthermore, CrystalDiskInfo has reported that I have bad sectors. To recover from corruption or bad sectors, the linked resource says to get direct access to the data. Right now Windows freezes when I plug in my hard drive. How do I gain direct access to the data?
Looks like EaseUS allows to clone failing HDD/SSD that has bad sectors. My question is how do I gain access to the data in my failed HDD?
