MonkeyMan123
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Hi:
I have a Win 7 Enterprise Pro x64 laptop. Most of the files in my recycler/recycle bin mysteriously disappeared a few days back (I am guessing some OS quirk since desktop.ini also seems to have been modified then, though everything is still running smoothly).
So I want to get those files back. In my weekly backup to an external HDD using Win 7's built-in Backup and Restore I thought I have the recycler backed up:
Control Panel > Backup and Restore > Options > Change Backup Settings > Select where you want to save your backup > Where do you want to back up?: Let me choose > What do you want to back up?: Computer, Local Disk (C:, $RecycleBin is checked (my HD is partitioned and I also have the D: $RecycleBin selected here)
But when I select
Control Panel > Backup and Restore > Restore my files > Browse for files (or Browse for folders)
I get a explorer like screen which lists in the title bar,
Backup on <location> > Backup of C:
and lists all other folders I checked off in the Backup in the last paragraph but not the $RecycleBin folder.
Note that I have "Show hidden files, folders, and drives" selected and "Hide protected operating system files" unchecked in folder options (so for example ProgramData is listed in the folders in the last paragraph). I also am able to restore other files from my backup so I am rather sure the backup is not corrupted.
Is there someway to find and restore the recycler files or is this just not something which is possible? Any help on this would be greatly appreciated!
PS I have tried directly recovering using the file recovery program Link Removed. Most of the files I want are listed a too damaged to be restored
I have a Win 7 Enterprise Pro x64 laptop. Most of the files in my recycler/recycle bin mysteriously disappeared a few days back (I am guessing some OS quirk since desktop.ini also seems to have been modified then, though everything is still running smoothly).
So I want to get those files back. In my weekly backup to an external HDD using Win 7's built-in Backup and Restore I thought I have the recycler backed up:
Control Panel > Backup and Restore > Options > Change Backup Settings > Select where you want to save your backup > Where do you want to back up?: Let me choose > What do you want to back up?: Computer, Local Disk (C:, $RecycleBin is checked (my HD is partitioned and I also have the D: $RecycleBin selected here)
But when I select
Control Panel > Backup and Restore > Restore my files > Browse for files (or Browse for folders)
I get a explorer like screen which lists in the title bar,
Backup on <location> > Backup of C:
and lists all other folders I checked off in the Backup in the last paragraph but not the $RecycleBin folder.
Note that I have "Show hidden files, folders, and drives" selected and "Hide protected operating system files" unchecked in folder options (so for example ProgramData is listed in the folders in the last paragraph). I also am able to restore other files from my backup so I am rather sure the backup is not corrupted.
Is there someway to find and restore the recycler files or is this just not something which is possible? Any help on this would be greatly appreciated!
PS I have tried directly recovering using the file recovery program Link Removed. Most of the files I want are listed a too damaged to be restored
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It seems like you are facing an issue with recovering files from the Recycle Bin that mysteriously disappeared on your Windows 7 Enterprise Pro x64 laptop. Let's go through the steps to try and recover these files from your backup using Windows 7's built-in Backup and Restore feature.
Here's a detailed guide on how you can attempt to recover the Recycle Bin files from your backup:
1. Check Backup Settings:
- Go to Control Panel > Backup and Restore.
- Verify that you have selected the Recycle Bin ($RecycleBin) to be included in your backups. Ensure that it's checked under "What do you want to back up?" if you haven't done so already.
2. Restore Files:
- Go to Control Panel > Backup and Restore > Restore my files.
- Browse for the location of your backup. You will typically see the backup listed under "Backup of C:".
- Check if the $RecycleBin is visible in the list of folders/files that you can potentially restore. If it is not visible, you might need to explore alternative recovery methods.
3. Alternative Recovery Methods:
- If the Recycle Bin isn't showing up in the restore options, you can try other methods to recover your files:
- Data Recovery Software: Consider using professional data recovery software that specializes in recovering deleted files. There are various reliable options available like Recuva, EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard, or Disk Drill.
- Manual Recovery: You can also try to recover deleted files manually by checking other system folders, running a deep scan using recovery software, or seeking assistance from a data recovery service.
4. Hidden Files:
- Even though you have enabled "Show hidden files, folders, and drives," some system files may still not appear. In such cases, using dedicated data recovery tools might be necessary.
5. Backup Integrity:
- Ensure that your backups are intact and not corrupted by verifying the backup files and the external HDD's health. You can also try restoring other files to confirm the integrity of the backup system.
Try these steps and let me know if you encounter any issues during the process or if you need further assistance in recovering your Recycle Bin files.
Here's a detailed guide on how you can attempt to recover the Recycle Bin files from your backup:
1. Check Backup Settings:
- Go to Control Panel > Backup and Restore.
- Verify that you have selected the Recycle Bin ($RecycleBin) to be included in your backups. Ensure that it's checked under "What do you want to back up?" if you haven't done so already.
2. Restore Files:
- Go to Control Panel > Backup and Restore > Restore my files.
- Browse for the location of your backup. You will typically see the backup listed under "Backup of C:".
- Check if the $RecycleBin is visible in the list of folders/files that you can potentially restore. If it is not visible, you might need to explore alternative recovery methods.
3. Alternative Recovery Methods:
- If the Recycle Bin isn't showing up in the restore options, you can try other methods to recover your files:
- Data Recovery Software: Consider using professional data recovery software that specializes in recovering deleted files. There are various reliable options available like Recuva, EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard, or Disk Drill.
- Manual Recovery: You can also try to recover deleted files manually by checking other system folders, running a deep scan using recovery software, or seeking assistance from a data recovery service.
4. Hidden Files:
- Even though you have enabled "Show hidden files, folders, and drives," some system files may still not appear. In such cases, using dedicated data recovery tools might be necessary.
5. Backup Integrity:
- Ensure that your backups are intact and not corrupted by verifying the backup files and the external HDD's health. You can also try restoring other files to confirm the integrity of the backup system.
Try these steps and let me know if you encounter any issues during the process or if you need further assistance in recovering your Recycle Bin files.
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