When your NTBackup file stops responding
You open a backup you made with Windows NTBackup, and instead of your files you get error messages. The BKF file that was supposed to protect your data is itself damaged, and it may be the only copy you have. This tool is built for that situation: it repairs corrupt NTBackup BKF files and lets you get the data back.
Quick facts
- Version: 5.2
- Platforms: Windows, including older editions such as Windows 2000, XP, Vista and 7, plus Windows Server
- Price: $89.00 for the full version
- Trial: a free demo scans the file and previews the recoverable contents, but saving (extracting) data is restricted
- Support: 24x7 technical support is offered
Why BKF files get corrupted
NTBackup is the free backup utility that ships with Windows. Its BKF files can still suffer physical or logical corruption. Typical causes are virus attacks, hardware malfunctions, software faults and human error. Once a BKF file is damaged it stops responding, so you need a repair tool instead of another attempt to open it.
Key features
Quick Scan for fast recovery of lightly damaged files
The Quick Scan uses a single-phase scan, so recovery is speedy when the damage is not severe.
Deep Scan for badly damaged backups
The Deep Scan runs a two-phase scan of the file. The vendor says it is the option meant to ensure full file recovery.
Range Based Scan to pull back only part of a large backup
If you need only a portion of a big file, the Range Based Scan recovers just that part and saves time.
Preview before you pay
The free demo scans your corrupt NTBackup file and previews what can be recovered, so you can check the result before buying. Recovered file content is kept unchanged.
Who it's for
You will find it useful if you rely on NTBackup BKF files, for example on an older Windows machine or server, and one of them has become unreadable. The steps are simple enough for a beginner, and support is available if you get stuck.
Pros and cons
- Pro: three scan modes cover quick, thorough and partial recovery.
- Pro: a free demo lets you preview recovered content first.
- Pro: support is available around the clock, and the vendor mentions a money back guarantee.
- Con: the demo does not let you extract files, so you only see the result until you buy.
- Con: it is aimed at BKF files only, not at other backup formats.
FAQs
What does the tool recover?
It recovers data from corrupt BKF files created by Windows NTBackup.
Can I try it first?
Yes. The free demo scans and previews the recoverable files, but extraction is restricted.
Which scan should I choose?
Start with Quick Scan. Use Deep Scan if that fails, and Range Based Scan if you need only part of a large file.
Is help available?
Yes, the vendor offers 24x7 technical support.
System requirements
- Pentium II 400 MHz processor
- 64 MB RAM
- 10 MB free disk space
- Windows 2000, XP, Vista, 7, Windows Server and other Windows editions