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  1. Windows 11 KB5063878: SSDs Disappear Under Heavy Writes

    Microsoft’s August cumulative for Windows 11 (the KB5063878 rollup, OS Build 26100.4946) has been linked by independent testers and enthusiast outlets to a storage regression that can make some SSDs temporarily — and in a minority of cases permanently — disappear during sustained large writes...
  2. Windows 11 24H2 August Update KB5063878 Triggers NVMe SSD Regression

    Microsoft’s August cumulative for Windows 11 24H2 has been linked by independent testers and multiple specialist outlets to a reproducible storage regression: under sustained, large sequential writes some NVMe SSDs can stop responding, disappear from the operating system, and — in a minority of...
  3. Windows 11 24H2 August Update KB5063878: Drives Vanish Under Heavy IO

    The latest Windows cumulative update has landed with a thud: a growing number of users report that Windows 11 version 24H2’s August security rollup (KB5063878, OS Build 26100.4946) can make drives disappear under heavy I/O, and the fallout has reignited debates about privacy, platform stability...
  4. Windows 11 24H2 KB5063878: NVMe/PHISON Drives Disappear Under Heavy Writes

    Microsoft’s August cumulative for Windows 11 24H2 (KB5063878) has been tied to reports that, under specific heavy-write conditions, some NVMe SSDs — particularly Phison-controller models — and a small number of HDDs can become inaccessible and in some cases suffer file corruption, prompting...
  5. Windows 11 24H2 August Update Triggers NVMe Storage Regression (KB5063878)

    Microsoft’s latest cumulative for Windows 11 24H2 has been tied to a small but serious cluster of storage failures that can make NVMe SSDs disappear during heavy writes and, in a handful of cases, leave data unreadable — a scare that underscores why updating and backup discipline still matters...
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    can not use this device

    I bought a SATA/PATA/IDE to USB 2.0 Adapter Converter Cable for 2.5/3.5 Hard Disk Drive , off Ebay which has never been used i forgot about it . How do i set it up to use to recover files . Thank you . Trevor Bilton . I'm also no longer a member of Ebay .
  7. Legacy Backup and Restore (Windows 7): Still Useful, But Deprecated

    Windows still ships with a legacy backup utility tucked inside Control Panel — Backup and Restore (Windows 7) — and while it's not glamorous, it can still do meaningful work: granular folder backups, scheduled runs, and full system images for bare‑metal recovery, provided you understand its...
  8. Windows 11 Productivity Hacks: Shortcuts, Focus Sessions, Snipping Tool

    Windows 11 ships with more productivity horsepower than it gets credit for — and many of the best time-savers are hidden behind simple keystrokes, underused system apps, and quiet defaults you can tweak in minutes. The five features below — essential keyboard shortcuts, Focus Sessions in the...
  9. Sophos and Rubrik Revolutionize Microsoft 365 Data Security with Integrated Backup & Recovery

    A new era of cyber resilience for Microsoft 365 environments is taking shape as Sophos and Rubrik unveil a pioneering integrated backup and recovery service. This collaboration, crystallized in the launch of Sophos M365 Backup and Recovery Powered by Rubrik, dramatically elevates data protection...
  10. Sophos and Rubrik Launch Integrated Backup & Recovery Solution for Microsoft 365 Security

    In a significant move poised to refocus how organizations manage data protection within Microsoft 365 environments, Sophos and Rubrik have announced a new, integrated backup and recovery solution explicitly tailored for Microsoft 365 users. This strategic partnership leverages Sophos’ expertise...
  11. CEWA Transforms Data Resilience with Veeam Cloud Backup for Microsoft 365

    Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA), a key figure in the region’s learning landscape, has recently redefined its approach to data protection and resilience by overhauling its Microsoft 365 backup infrastructure. This move, which leverages Veeam Data Cloud for Microsoft 365, isn't just a...
  12. Critical Storage Device Warning in Windows: How to Protect Your Data Quickly

    A sudden critical warning for a storage device can be a nerve-wracking experience, especially for anyone reliant on their PC or laptop for work, creative projects, or irreplaceable memories. In the Windows ecosystem, such warnings signal that immediate action is required to safeguard your data...
  13. Revolutionizing Microsoft 365 Cyber Resilience with Rubrik and Sophos Partnership

    A new era of cyber resilience for Microsoft 365 has arrived as Rubrik and Sophos announce a landmark partnership designed to redefine how organizations protect, recover, and govern their cloud data assets. By bringing together Rubrik’s advanced data security and recovery capabilities with...
  14. Ultimate Guide to Building a Swiss Army Knife USB for Windows Troubleshooting

    When your Windows system grinds to a halt, staring down an unbootable PC or a machine crawling with malware, few tools prove as invaluable as a purpose-built Swiss Army Knife USB drive. Veteran troubleshooters and budding enthusiasts alike have long relied on a carefully-curated USB toolkit to...
  15. Secure Your Microsoft 365 Identity Layer: Strategies to Prevent Cyberattacks

    Identity has rapidly become the new battleground in the fight for organizational security, especially as cybercriminals innovate to sidestep robust perimeter defenses. While firewalls, endpoint protection, and phishing detection continuously improve, attackers are leveraging stolen or...
  16. Aomei Backupper Professional 7 Review: Best Backup Software with Cloud Storage

    Aomei Backupper Professional stands out in the competitive landscape of backup, sync, and disaster recovery solutions for Windows—that much is clear from both user reception and in-depth testing of its latest version. With a keen eye on both affordability and breadth of features, the program...
  17. CEWA Secures Student Data with Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365

    As digital transformation accelerates across the education sector, organizations are under mounting pressure to ensure the security, compliance, and recoverability of their mission-critical data. The Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA) system, which manages over 160 schools and tens of...
  18. How to Format a USB Flash Drive in Windows 11: Step-by-Step Guide

    Formatting a USB flash drive is a task almost every Windows 11 user faces, whether they’re rescuing a slow device, clearing away ancient data, or simply making the drive compatible with other systems. While the steps are intuitive, the process—and the decisions made along the way—can have...
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    Lost data after reinstallling Winows 11

    I have a desktop PC with a 1 TB SSD, an Intel i7 processor, and 32 GB of DDR4 memory, running Windows 11 Pro.The hard drive had two partitions, C and D. After successfully reinstalling Windows 11 from a USB drive, the PC worked normally again. However, only one partition, C, was left on the...
  20. Troubleshooting SSD Not Showing Up in Windows 10/11: Complete Guide

    When your new SSD isn’t showing up in Windows 10 or Windows 11, the experience can feel both frustrating and perplexing. Despite the ease with which modern hardware is usually detected and recognized, it’s surprisingly common for both veteran PC builders and new users to encounter a missing...