VMware VMDK Data Recovery Tool Repair Corrupt VMDK File of Virtual Machine

When to Use the DRS VMware VMDK Recovery Tool

Compatible with both MBR and GPT partition Tables

The VMware Data Recovery Software is compatible with both MBR and GPT partition tables, allowing for seamless recovery of corrupted file content regardless of the partition type. It also provides users with greater flexibility in managing their storage devices, whether they are using older systems or the latest disk technology.

Recover Data from a Corrupted VMware VMDK File

Use the VMDK File Recovery Tool when you need to recover data from a corrupted VMware VMDK file. When a VMDK file is corrupted, Sysinfo VMDK recovery software is the solution. It efficiently restores the maximum amount of data from a damaged Virtual Machine's VMDK file.

When you want to Repair VMDK Flat Files

The DRS offers a VMDK File Recovery Tool designed for Windows, enabling easy recovery and repair of corrupted VMDK flat files on Windows devices. This software helps resolve issues with VMware machines, making their hard disks accessible on Windows smartphones.

Beneficial Key Features of the DRS VMDK Repair Software

The DRS VMDK Recovery Tool is a software solution designed to recover and repair damaged or corrupted Virtual Machine Disk (VMDK) files. It comes with a user-friendly interface and advanced algorithms to scan, recover, and repair both flat and sparse VMDK files. Here, we will elaborate on the specific features of this software:

Restore the Split VMDK Files

The DRS VMDK Recovery Tool helps find and fix damaged files on storage drives. If a file is broken into several parts, the tool can put it back together and recover it. All the recovered data is saved in one place, making it easy to access later. Even if the file pieces are stored in different folders, the tool can still recover them without any trouble.

Works Flawlessly with all File Systems

DRS VMDK Repair Software is compatible with all major file systems, including FAT, FAT16, FAT32, FAT64 (exFAT), and NTFS on Windows, HFS+ on Mac, and the entire extended file system family (EXTX) on Linux. This ensures users can repair VMDK files without worrying about compatibility issues. As a result, you can recover your VMDK file into the given format with ease.

Option to Add Custom Volume Feature

The VMDK Recovery Wizard provides an excellent feature to add new volumes according to your requirements. If you need to include a missing volume, simply use the "Add Custom Volume" option. Once selected, you can define the custom settings for the newly created volume.

Configure Custom Settings for Volume

The custom settings feature of the DRS VMDK Recovery Tool enables the user to specify personalized configurations for a selected volume. This includes defining the starting and ending sectors of the volume. Additionally, the user can choose the file system (from several available options) to apply to the selected volume.

Provide Distinct Recovery Options

In the VMDK Recovery tool, you will get the three recovery modes, each designed to address varying degrees of corruption in your VMDK files: Standard Mode, Advanced Mode, and Deep Mode. Additionally, when selecting the advanced recovery mode, you will need to search for file systems on the selected volume, with the default setting being three.

Preview the Recovered VMDK Files

Once the scanning process is complete, the VMDK recovery tool allows you to preview all your recovered files and folders in a tree structure. You can inspect individual files to check their properties on the right side. After that, you can select the files from the tree structure and save them to any location. The preview feature of the DRS VMDK files helps you select the correct data to repair.

Compatible with both MBR and GPT Partition Tables

This VMDK Recovery Tool is designed with advanced algorithms to maximize efficiency and compatibility with users' systems. It seamlessly supports both MBR (Master Boot Record) and GPT (GUID Partition Table) partitions, ensuring smooth functionality with either type. This compatibility allows users to retrieve data from virtual disks regardless of the underlying partition format.

Retrieve Data from Recovered VMDK Files

This tool enables you to recover VMDK data and extract the recovered files to your preferred location. It offers two extraction options: Extract Files, which allows saving the recovered VMDK file to any desired location on your system, and Extract Exact Data, which preserves the folder structure of the recovered VMDK file.

Allows RAW Recovery of VMDK File

For effective VMDK file recovery, the RAW mode is recommended. It supports the recovery of image files up to 5 MB, archive files up to 1 GB, and audio files up to 6 MB by default, ensuring complete data restoration. This recovery mode operates seamlessly with any new custom volume added.

Recover Data from Lost or Corrupted Section

With the help of the DRS VMDK File Recovery tool, you can perform the restoration of data from damaged or missing partitions in VMware image files to a physical storage location. The tool also provides an option specifically for recovering data from lost or missing partitions, completing the recovery process with ease.

Simple Working Steps of the DRS VMDK File Recovery Tool

Step 1: First, download and install the DRS VMDK Recovery Tool and open it on your PC.
Step 2: After that, select the disk type from the given panel and click the Browse button.
Step 3: To proceed next open the desired VMDK file from your PC and click open to add it.
Step 4: Then, choose the given scanning mode accordingly along with the relevant options.
Step 5: Afterward, select the disk volume and configure any custom settings if needed.
Step 6: Next, you can select an appropriate recovery mode. Once the scanning is complete, click the Save button to finish.

Full Guide

Step 1: First, download and install the DRS VMDK Recovery Tool and open it on your PC.

Step 2: After that, select the disk type from the given panel and click the Browse button.

Step 3: To proceed next open the desired VMDK file from your PC and click open to add it.

Step 4: Then, choose the given scanning mode accordingly along with the relevant options.

Step 5: Afterward, select the disk volume and configure any custom settings if needed.

Step 6: Next, you can select an appropriate recovery mode. Once the scanning is complete, click the Save button to finish.

Software Specification

System Requirement

Operating System:	11, 10/8.1/8/7/, 2008/2012 (32 & 64 Bit), and other Windows versions.
Processor:	Intel® Core™2 Duo E4600 Processor 2.40GHz
RAM:	8 GB RAM (16 GB Recommended)
Disk Space:	Minimum Disk Space - 512 GB
Supports Recovery for File Systems:	32, FAT 16, ExFAT, NTFS File System & Cross-Formats between NTFS & Other Formats like FAT16 & FAT32

About Software

Version:	22.0
Size:	1.32MB
Release Date:	10-05-2023
Language Supported:	English
License Types:	Home \| Admin \| Technician \| Enterprise

Supported Links

Software Guide

EULA

Installation/Uninstallation

Software Activation Guide

Additional Information

Q1. Why is the software not working on my Windows PC?

Ans: Follow the steps below if the software is not working properly on your PC.

Go to Windows Defender.
Click on Settings.
Turn off Real-Time Protection.

Without disabling the controlled folder access, the application cannot install some essential programs. It is because the safety feature blocks anything that tries to modify user\{user name} or various other related folders.

Q2. Why do I need to disable the Antivirus program to use the application?

Ans: The Antivirus programs block some part of our application which further hinderance the tool working. So, it is mandatory to temporarily disable the Antivirus program. To ensure proper working of the application, Enable the Allow access (Whitelist) from Antivirus setting.

Q3: Why is my backup process still getting blocked?

Ans: Disable the antivirus and Windows Defender and add the product to the exception list. The firewall and antiviruses that protect your system from malicious programs also consider our product a threat. So, you need to deactivate the security features.

Q4: Does this software support SAN, and NAS storage systems?

Ans: Yes, the tool supports SAN, and NAS storage systems provided that the file's access is transparent.

Trial Limitation

You can try the Free VMDK Recovery Tool to preview the recovered VMDK file. Download the demo version of DRS VMDK File Recovery to view the damaged VMware VMDK files on Windows for free. This version allows you to open and view the corrupt VMDK file, but to save the recovered files, you will need to upgrade to a full version of the software.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I recover a VMDK file through the DRS VMDK Recovery tool?

You can easily recover a VMDK file with the help of the DRS VMDK Recovery tool. Follow the given steps to accomplish the recovery of the VMDK file with ease.

Launch the VMDK Recovery software on your computer.
Click "Browse" and select the damaged VMDK file.
Choose the scanning mode between Standard and Advanced.
Also, you can select any additional options as needed.
Pick the files and folders you wish to recover, then click "Save."
Lastly, choose a destination to store the recovered data and click "OK."

What type of VMDK files does this tool support?

This tool generally supports the recovery of these VMDK types, regardless of the format being flat or sparse. It helps repair corrupted VMDK files across different VMware disk configurations.

Can I recover the corrupted VMDK file by using the free version of the software?

The free version may allow you to scan and preview the corrupted VMDK file, but it often restricts the ability to fully recover or save the data. You may need to purchase the full version to actually recover and save the files.

How many VMDK files can be recovered at a time?

The DRS VMDK File Recovery Tool supports batch processing. So, it allows you to recover multiple VMDK files simultaneously.

What are SPARSE and FLAT, and how are they different from each other?

SPARSE and FLAT are two different types of Virtual Machine Disk (VMDK) file formats used in VMware environments.

SPARSE: A sparse disk is a dynamically allocated VMDK file, meaning it only uses physical storage as data is written to it.
FLAT: A flat disk is a fully allocated disk file that reserves the entire space upfront. It takes up the full disk size specified at the creation.

Sparse disks grow dynamically, whereas flat disks are fully allocated from the start.

Why do I need to turn off the Antivirus while installing this software?

Turning off your antivirus while installing the DRS VMDK Recovery Tool is sometimes necessary because antivirus programs can mistakenly flag certain executable files as threats, even if they are safe.

Software Feature	Free Version	Full Version
Supports FAT, FAT16, FAT32, FAT64, NTFS, HFS+, and EXT file systems.
Access or Add VMware VMDK Files.
Option to Preview the
Select the type of disk, either Dynamic Disk or Fixed Disk.
Store Data from Recovered VMDK Files.	Preview Only	Save Recovered VMDK Files
There are two scanning modes: Standard mode and Advanced mode.
It recovers data from both the Master Boot Record (MBR) and the GUID Partition Table (GPT).	No
Wide Compatibility with Windows OS.
24*7 Tech Support & 100% Secure
Enables recovery from Split, Sparse, and Flat VMDK files.
Download and Purchase	Download	Purchase

DRS VMDK Recovery Tool

Additional Proefficient Feature of the DRS VMDK Recovery Software

When to Use the DRS VMware VMDK Recovery Tool

Compatible with both MBR and GPT partition Tables