How to Retrieve EDB, STM and LOG Files From Corrupted BKF File

This post describes the granular procedure to take backup of Exchange Server and the process how we can recover .bkf file components (.stm,.log and .edb) from a damaged Exchange Server backup with the help of an Exchange backup recovery software. Failure of Exchange Server even for a very short period can be a cause of big loss for any business. At this point, an updated and valid backup file works as a second life for the lost data. With the help of this valid backup, you can easily restore important user’s data.

There are several methods for backing up but one of the popular methods for backing up Exchange server data is Granular procedure. In this method a plug-in is used for MS outlook application that is very helpful in individual item backup. It helps to make backup of a single user mailbox or single email (message) item. You don't need to restore complete Exchange database for a single emails or mailbox.

Thus, backup (.bkf) files play a very important role for the Exchange server administrators. Like any other file, an Exchange .bkf file also gets damaged due to which you might become unable to restore your valuable data by these corrupted .bkf file. Consequently, the data (.edb, .stm, .log files) stored in the Exchange backup file cannot be accessed further. In such situation, a third party Exchange BKF repair tool will help you to perform complete restoration of your Exchange backup file.

When an Exchange Server .bkf file gets damaged, it shows unusual behaviour and generate an error message during the restoration like this:

“The backup file contains unrecognized data and cannot be used.”

To fix and rebuild the corrupted Exchange .bkf file completely, you should use a powerful Exchange BKF repair software such as Stellar Phoenix Exchange BKF recovery. This advance program incorporates highly proficient analyzing techniques to retrieve EDB, STM, and LOG files from the corrupted .bkf file. The free trial version of this Exchange BKF recovery tool allows the users to repair and preview the extracted files.