Up to a point...
If your drive is having problems you may have a problem gaining access to it with any method.
Target mode does not use your HD's OS, so going into it won't be the issue. Access to the HD from the other system could be a problem because of the condition of your HD. Try cooling your system in your refrigerator for a few hours if you have problems. Sometimes cooling can help in accessing a drive thats going.
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