ReFS Data Recovery: How to Retrieve Lost Data from ReFS File System

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Overview - What Is the ReFS File System Format?

The Resilient File System (ReFS), sometimes referred to as "Protogon," is a modern file system introduced by Microsoft in September 2012. It was designed to address and overcome various issues found in the NTFS file system.

ReFS was built leveraging the NTFS codebase. Microsoft aims to provide the highest level of data accessibility while catering to the growing demands for data storage from users. Furthermore, Windows now supports ReFS and ReFS data recovery.

Even though you take every precaution to avoid it, data loss scenarios such as converting RAW to NTFS or ReFS partitions can escalate rapidly. This article will present a reliable method for retrieving deleted data from ReFS storage.

The ReFS (Resilient File System)确实比NTFS (New Technology File System) 提供了更高的可靠性，尤其是在旧硬盘上或当计算机因电影等媒体播放而意外关闭时。其基础性的变化，如文件元数据的存储和更新，是提高可靠性的关键因素。

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How to Retrieve Data from ReFS Disk

Do you think that the advantages of the ReFS file system make data recovery from a ReFS partition more challenging? Nowadays, the objective of ReFS hard disk recovery software is fairly straightforward. Various professional data recovery tools are capable of restoring ReFS data.

After extensive searching and gaining experience, I recommend giving a try to the Data Recovery Wizard Pro, a professional tool designed for data recovery from ReFS volumes. If the ReFS partition itself has not been lost, you can utilize the Data Recovery Wizard Pro to retrieve the data from it. To immediately recover data from a ReFS/NTFS/FAT32 hard drive partition, simply follow the steps outlined below:

Install this software on your PC and follow the instructions to recover lost data from the ReFS partition:

Step 1. Select and Scan the Lost Partition

Launch the Data Recovery Wizard, choose "Lost Partition", and click "Scan" to search for all lost data. If there are multiple lost partitions, you can identify them by their partition size.

Note: Since the Windows system does not support the Linux file system, an Ext2 or Ext3 partition will be recognized as a lost partition without a drive letter in the software. If you wish to recover data from an Ext2/Ext3 partition, you can follow these steps.

Step 2. Filter the scanned results

Since there will be many scanned files, you can opt for quick filtering by selecting a file category, such as Pictures, Videos, Documents, Audio, or Others. Alternatively, if you recall the file name, simply utilize the search box located in the upper-right corner to look it up.

Step 3. Preview and recover data from the lost partition In this step, you will be able to preview the files found on the lost partition and proceed with recovering them. 1. After the scanning process is complete, the program will display a list of recoverable files in the lost partition. 2. You can preview the files by selecting them one by one or using the search function to locate specific files. 3. To ensure that the files are recoverable, preview important documents, images, or videos to confirm their integrity. 4. Check the boxes next to the files you want to recover, or use the "Select All" option to recover all files in the partition. 5. Click on the "Recover" button to start the recovery process. Choose a different location to save the recovered files, ideally a different drive or external storage device, to avoid overwriting any existing data. 6. Wait for the recovery process to finish. Once completed, you can access your recovered files from the designated save location. Remember that not all data loss scenarios can guarantee a complete recovery. It's crucial to back up your important data regularly to prevent future losses.

Before recovery, you can preview the file to ensure it's the data you need. Select all the files you require and click "Recover" to restore them.

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How to Recover When ReFS Volume Appears as RAW

Secure the ReFS Volume to an external disk if it appears as RAW to prevent data loss. The File Explorer, which is Windows' graphical file management tool, does not support this operation in this situation. Instead, you can utilize the Windows Command Prompt to manage the files on your device, including the ReFS Volume.

Step 1. Connect the external hard disk to your computer in the first step.

Step 2. Press the Win+R keys to open the Run dialog box.

Step 3. To open the terminal with administrator privileges, type cmd or WT and press Shift + Enter.

Step 4. In the Command Prompt, type the following command:

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Upon attempting to recover data from the partition, you might consider utilizing data recovery services to address your problem.

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Consult with Tools data recovery specialists for personalized manual recovery assistance. After a FREE diagnosis, we can provide the following services:

• Repair damaged RAID configurations, unbootable Windows operating systems, and corrupted virtual disk files
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• Resolve disks that have become protected by GPT partitions

Conclusion

Your ReFS drives can be reformatted to make them usable after you've recovered the files on them. If you found this guide helpful, we would appreciate it if you shared it with others.

Whenever you encounter difficulties, Tools provides reliable solutions, even if you have lost data on a ReFS partition and the ReFS is still functioning. It's essential to create a backup beforehand to ensure the safety of your data.

Frequently Asked Questions About ReFS Data Recovery

If you still have some questions regarding ReFS data recovery, refer to the brief answers below for assistance:

< strong >1. Can you recover data and files from a formatted hard drive?

Indeed, you can. Prior to creating a backup, it's possible to accidentally or intentionally format a disk using Windows Explorer, Windows Disk Management, or the Command Prompt's DiskPart utility. Don't worry; data recovery software can come to the rescue in such situations.

2. Can you recover a deleted partition?

Yes, you can. You can restore deleted partitions using tools like Partition Recovery software. This utility specializes in recovering deleted or lost partitions. It supports various types of partitions, including FAT, ReFS, Ext2, and Ext3 volumes in the Windows operating system.

< strong > 3. Does CHKDSK work on ReFS? CHKDSK (Check Disk) is a utility in Windows designed to check the integrity of a file system and fix any errors it finds. ReFS (Resilient File System) is a modern file system introduced by Microsoft, primarily used on high-performance storage systems. Yes, CHKDSK does work on ReFS, but with some limitations compared to traditional file systems like NTFS. Since ReFS is designed for fault tolerance and data resilience, it has built-in mechanisms to handle data corruption. However, if you need to run CHKDSK on a ReFS volume, you can do so by opening an elevated Command Prompt and typing: ``` chkdsk /f /r X: ``` Replace "X:" with the drive letter of the ReFS volume you want to check. The `/f` switch repairs any errors found, and the `/r` switch locates bad sectors and recovers readable information. Keep in mind that certain features of CHKDSK may not apply to ReFS, as ReFS has its own methods for managing metadata and ensuring data integrity.

Yes, you certainly can. With the help of a tool like Data Recovery Wizard Pro, you have the ability to recover deleted partitions. This software is capable of restoring lost or deleted partitions. It supports a wide range of partition types, including Windows' FAT, ReFS, Ext2, and Ext3 file systems.

5. What is the ReFSUtil salvage command? The ReFSUtil salvage command is a utility specific to the Resilient File System (ReFS) in Microsoft Windows. It is used to recover data from a damaged ReFS volume. The command scans the volume for corrupted or inconsistent metadata and attempts to repair it, while also salvaging as much user data as possible. This can be particularly useful in situations where the file system has experienced corruption due to hardware issues, power outages, or other unexpected events.

ReFSUtil's primary function, ReFS Salvage, is designed to recover data from disks that show up as RAW in Disk Management. It consists of two phases: the Scan Phase and the Copy Phase. In automatic mode, these phases run sequentially. However, in manual mode, you can control each stage independently.

**6. What does raw file system mean?** A raw file system refers to a storage format that contains unformatted data without any specific file system structure or organization. It is essentially a block device, such as a hard drive or SSD, that has not been formatted with a file system like FAT, NTFS, ext4, or APFS. When a device is in a raw state, it lacks the necessary metadata and directory structures that allow a computer to read, write, and manage files efficiently. This usually occurs when a device is new, has been erased, or has experienced a failure that caused the file system to become corrupted. To use a raw file system, it needs to be formatted with a proper file system before it can store and access files.

When a partition, USB flash drive, or external hard disk becomes RAW, you are typically presented with three options:

1. Your computer's operating system is unable to recognize the file system of the disk.
2. There is no file system present on your drive.
3. The file system of your hard drive or partition is corrupted.

Windows is compatible with the file systems FAT, NTFS, exFAT, Live File System, and ReFS. If an external hard drive connected to your Windows machine uses the APFS (Apple File System) file system, it will appear as RAW.