The backup file contains unrecognized data and cannot be used


i trying restore files nt on sbs 2003.   backup taken on machine , trying restore same.   error: the backup file contains unrecognized data , cannot used.

i tried copying different machine no luck.  any suggestions?


robert

hi,

since backup file cannot restored on different machine, backup file corrupt. need use third party recovery utilities restore backup file.

more detailed information, please refer article below:

windows ntbackup restore troubleshooting tips
http://searchdatabackup.techtarget.com/tip/windows-ntbackup-restore-troubleshooting-tips

please note: since website not hosted microsoft, link may change without notice. microsoft not guarantee accuracy of information.

best regards,

mandy 

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