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Possible to recover permanently deleted files windows server 2016?
Hi everyone, I am currently managing a Windows Server 2016 setup and accidentally deleted some important files. Unfortunately, these files are not in the Recycle Bin, which makes me think they’ve be...
If you have regular backups configured (e.g., via Windows Server Backup or third-party solutions), restore the deleted files from the most recent backup.
How to recover permanently deleted files windows server 2016 from Backup:
- Open Windows Server Backup.
- Select Recover from the right-hand menu.
- Choose the backup date and location.
- Follow the wizard to restore the required files.
Tip: Always set up automatic backups to avoid data loss in the future.