Data Recovery from a RAW External Drive

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       #11

    That is bad news. The MFT is also most probably corrupted. [Quit] Enter. If it takes you to the previous screen move the highlight to [Repair MFT] Enter. Post the ensuing screen.
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  2. Posts : 10
    Windows 10 Version 20H2
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       #12

    Got this after pressing "Repair MFT".
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  3. Posts : 11,629
    Windows11 Home 64bit v:23H2 b:22631.3374
       #13

    In most cases TestDisk may not t repair MFT. You may have to try a commercial program and check whether it shows your files.

    Now repeat the same process for the second MS Data partition. and if boot sector and backup boot sector show OK, [Repair MFT]

    If TestDisk says it is unable to repair MFT you will have to use a commercial software to recover the files - GetDataBack or active @ File recovery. These are "try before you buy" software. If these show your files, you may be able to preview/open the files and check the file integrity. You can buy a license only when you are satisfied.


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  4. Posts : 10
    Windows 10 Version 20H2
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       #14

    Alright sir. I"ll do the same process for the second partition.
    Will photorec be able to recover data from these partitions or the one you shared are much better to recover?
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  5. Posts : 11,629
    Windows11 Home 64bit v:23H2 b:22631.3374
       #15

    You may try PhotoRec. The TestDisk website documentation on PhotoRec will show the file formats which can be recovered. Check the list. If you could recover, it will only be a bunch of files without the original folder structure and file names.

    But first download the free trial version of GetDataBackpro and check whether it shows all your files in those partitions.
    Data Recovery Software — Downloads

    PhotoRec:
    PhotoRec - CGSecurity
    File Formats Recovered By PhotoRec - CGSecurity
    Guide to using PhotoRec recovery software. - Windows 10 Forums
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  6. Posts : 10
    Windows 10 Version 20H2
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       #16

    Got it sir. I'll do it right away.

    Thank you for your assistance. If I have any doubts I"ll disturb you again.
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