if the hdd was not wiped or destroyed you can install linux along side windows - reinstall windows leaveing current structure inatact - use linux live cd grab files u had on hdd onto a new pc use hard drive as slave copy over files needed - always keep 2 or 3 backups rewriteable cd flash drives sd cards :)
HDD was completely burnt unfortunately but I appreciate the advice.
From now I live by the rule "BACK IT UP"
Ive heard the circuits often go out before the inside no idea what that would cost to replace or if thats an option best advice is to get the exact. Hdd and tty a circuit. Seitch most likely need a tiny soldefing gun and tiny tool worth a try ?