Usb port super hot and fries

[x2bear]

Hello,
my WD elements burned my usb port and i can't access my data? help please

 

[RealBeast]

If you mean the usb port on the WD elements is not functioning and your data is more important than a warranty replacement, remove the hdd and attach it to a computer like THIS for the 2.5 inch or THIS for the 3.5 inch if your drive is not one of the models with integrated usb -- check this first.