Virtual machine data recovery
SalvageData delivers data recovery solutions for all available virtual machine technology as it best fits your needs. As leaders in on-site and emergency data recovery services, we customize our solutions to your data loss scenario, no matter what technology you use.
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Professional recovery services for any VM technology
Virtualization technologies are all susceptible to data deletion, data corruption, and even malicious cyber attacks. Whatever the cause, SalvageData has specialized technology to restore data from all types of Virtual Machines.
VMware data recovery
Count on our 24/7 support when restoring data from the VMFS (Virtual Machine File System). This includes files with the vmem, vmsn, nvram, vmsd, vmx, and the vmdk file extension, as well as file types such as Monolithic Flat, Monolithic Sparse, Two GB Max Extent Flat, and Two GB Max Extent Sparse.
ORACLE VirtualBox data recovery
Our experienced and certified technicians are able to safely recover data from any of the hard disk controllers typically emulated by VirtualBox, including IDE, SATA (AHCI), SCSI, SAS, USB-based, etc. However the data was stored - be it in .vdi or .vbox file extensions, Static or Dynamic - in the VMDK format, we can salvage it.
Azure virtual machines data recovery
Whether you use Azure Virtual Machines (VM) or Windows Virtual PC application, our experts will quickly diagnose the issue and restore the data. The Fixed and Dynamic file types stored in virtual hard disks (VHDs) may be compromised due to deletion or corruption, but we are able to salvage the data while keeping clear and consistent communication.
Here are more virtualization technologies that our experts can restore data from:
- Microsoft Hyper-VVHD and VHDX formats
- Citrix XenServerXVA and VDI formats
- KVM (Kernel-based Virtual Machine)IMG and QCOW2 formats
- ParallelsHDD and PVS formats
- Amazon EC2AMI format
- QEMUQCOW2, VMDKs, etc.
Specialized data recovery services
In order to satisfy the stringent security requirements set by the corporate customers and government agencies we serve, SalvageData also undergoes annual company-wide SOC 2 Type II audits.
What causes data loss in a virtual machine
Data can be lost in Virtual Machines due to many reasons that range from human error to cyberattacks or an operating system crash. SalvageData Recovery has the range and the experience to deal with any system and any data loss situation.
Corrupt OS & disk images
Data corruption is a common cause for data loss, whether it's caused by human error or when the virtual machine hosting environment fails.
Hardware & software failures
Software bugs or application-level errors can result in data loss, as well as server crashes, power outages, and disk failures.
Cyber attacks
Ransomware attacks and malware infections are becoming more frequent and data often becomes corrupted or lost forever.
Replica server failure
In high-availability architectures, a replica server failure can lead to significant data loss if not correctly managed.
RAID array failures
Failed RAID arrays, due to one or more failed components, can cause massive amounts of data loss if not addressed in a timely manner.
"A clear winner compared to other data recovery services."
"Without the help of SalvageData Recovery, I would not have been able to restore the data my client needed in order to complete their day-to-day operations. Their level of thoroughness and attention to detail makes them a clear winner compared to other data recovery services. I highly recommend their services for anyone who is looking for high-quality work at an affordable price."
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Virtual Machine data recovery FAQs
Virtual machine data recovery is the process of restoring lost or corrupted data from a virtual machine. This can be done using specialized data recovery software or services.
Common causes of virtual machine data loss include:
Accidental deletion Hardware failure Software corruption Malware or virus attacks Power outages or surges User errors
Yes, in most cases, virtual machine data can be recovered even if the virtual machine has been deleted. This is because the data is often still present on the physical storage media and can be recovered using specialized data recovery software or services.
Yes, depending on the extent of the damage, virtual machine data can be recovered even if the virtual machine is corrupted or damaged with the help of professional data recovery service providers.
SalvageData has an overall 97% success rate in data recovery for all types of storage media combined.
SalvageData's certified engineers can recover Office documents, Multimedia files, DB files, etc. from any virtualization technology. These technologies include VM, VMDK, VHD, VHDX, Hyper-V, and VMware. Additionally, our experts offer recovery from FAT16, FAT32, NTFS, exFAT, & NTFS file systems based virtual drives.
Files can be recovered due to any data loss cause, including deleted or not recognized virtual machine's volumes, formatting, and corruption
SalvageData offers three recovery options so you can choose between different turnaround times and economical options:
Emergency: time-critical recovery with 24/7 assistance year-round, including weekends and holidays. We start the recovery process as soon as we receive the drive at our lab.
Standard: 5-7 business days. Fastest turnaround time during business hours, Monday through Friday.
Eco: 10-15 business days. Best value for when the data isn't critical for every day-to-day operations, available Monday through Friday and completed during normal business hours.
Disclaimer: Recovery timeframes cannot be guaranteed and serve only as an estimate. Several factors may affect the time it takes for the complete data recovery process, including the service option selected, the complexity of the case, etc. Take advantage of SalvageData's advanced Case Tracker Portal to check your data recovery case in real time.
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Data recovery services for all devices
Here are just a few of the data recovery services SalvageData provides.
External drive data recovery
We recover data from both external SSD and HDD drives. Rely on certified experts to restore your important files from damaged or corrupted external drives.
Hard drive data recovery
Recover data from all brands of HDD, PC hard drives, and hybrid disks. Our specialists ensure fast and secure recovery for any data loss scenario.
Mobile device data recovery
Our mobile data recovery experts restore lost or deleted files from any iPhone, Android device, tablet, or iPad. Using industry-leading tools, we recover photos, contacts, messages, and more.
NAS data recovery
Recover data from NAS devices, including RAID configurations. Our team handles all types of NAS systems and ensures data recovery with minimal downtime.
RAID data recovery
Our RAID data recovery services cover RAID 0, 1, 5, 10, and other configurations. We offer expert solutions for failed, degraded, or corrupted RAID arrays.
SAN data recovery
Our team specializes in handling SAN devices from leading manufacturers like Dell EMC, HP, and IBM, ensuring efficient recovery with minimal disruption to your operations.
SD card data recovery
Our recovery experts specialize in restoring data from SD and memory cards. We guarantee quick recovery with a no-data, no-charge policy.
SSD data recovery
Our data recovery experts handle all SSD data loss scenarios with advanced tools, ensuring maximum recovery with high-security protocols.
USB flash data recovery
Recover lost data from USB flash drives, regardless of the damage or brand. We offer free in-lab evaluations to assess data recovery needs.
