How to Use the Backup Feature to Restore Data in Windows Server 2003?

Back-Up Feature in Windows Server

Users can either back up their data manually or use the Backup Wizard. They have a choice to backup the entire contents of the server, selected portions, or the system configuration information.

Restore Data from Windows Server 2003

1. First, click Start, go to All Programs > Accessories > System Tools, and then Backup.
2. The Backup or Restore Wizard will start. Then, click the Advanced Mode > Backup.
3. Afterward, under the Job menu, click on the New button.
4. Now, expand the folder containing the items you want to back up.
5. Next, click on the checkboxes next to the files, folders, or drives that you want to back up.
6. Under the Backup destination box, define the destination for the new job. To do so, perform one of the following:
   • Click File, if you want to back up files and folders to a file.
   • If you want to back up to tape, click on a tape device.
7. Further, under the Backup media or file name box, perform one of the following:
   • If you want to backup to a file, specify a path and file name for the backup (.bkf) file. Otherwise, just click Browse, specify a file name and location to save the file, and then click Save.
   • Click tape, if you want to tape backup.
8. Under the Tools, click Options. Mention any additional backup options that you want. Click OK.
9. After that, click Start Backup.
10. If you want to set advanced backup options, such as data verification or hardware compressions, click Advanced > OK.
11. Now, review the settings on the Backup Job Information page. Mention either of the following:
    • Backup to replace the information already present on the destination media.
    • Add backup to the existing information.
12. At last, click Start Backup

Backup and Restore Windows Server 2003 Data Using the Backup Wizard

Follow the below-mentioned steps to back up data by using the backup wizard:

1. First of all, click Start > Go to All Programs > Accessories > System Tools and then click Backup.
2. Then, click on the Advanced Mode.
3. Click Backup Wizard, in the Welcome tab and click Next.
4. Mention what you want to backup, and then click on Next.
5. If you select files, drives, or network data earlier, then expand the drive or folder containing items to back up.
6. Next, select the checkboxes beside files/drive/folder that you want to back up, and then click Next.
7. After that, define the backup type, destination, and name then click on the Next button.
8. You have to review the settings that appear on Completing the Backup Wizard page. If you want to define advanced backup options, then click Advanced, and then click OK.
9. At last, click the Finish button.

How to Restore Data to the Windows Server

If you encounter data loss, then you can restore data manually or by using the Restore Wizard. This is included in the Backup feature.

Restore Backed Up Data Using the Restore Wizard

1. Click on Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools, and then click on Backup. Doing this will start the Backup or Restore Wizard.
2. After that, click on Advanced Mode.
3. Under the Welcome tab, click on Restore Wizard. Click on Next.
4. Furthermore, under the Items to Restore box, expand the media that you want to restore.
5. Select the checkboxes next to the drives, folders, or files that you want to restore, and click Next.
6. Now, just review the settings that appear on Completing the Restore Wizard page.
7. If you want to determine advanced options, then click Advanced, and specify the options that you want. Click OK.
8. At last, hit the Finish button.

Does Restore Wizard Support the Damaged Files?

And the answer is NO, it does not restore the damaged backup files. Do not panic at all, as I’ve got the solution to restore Windows Server 2003 backup files. In such a case, you must opt for the SysInfo BKF Recovery Tool. The utility is equipped with advanced algorithms that can easily restore corrupted and damaged files. Not only this but also the software has unique features like the option to rename, swift scanning, advanced preview, etc. Moreover, it is highly compatible and user-friendly.

Steps to Recover BKF File

1. Download and finish installing the tool on your system and run it.
2. Click the Open icon from the taskbar. Select the BKF files from your system and click Open.
3. Further, set a range for your BKF file: Complete or Partial, and click the OK button.
4. Once scanning is complete, click OK. Expand the tree structure to view all files/ folders and sub-folders.
5. Preview the file's content. Select the files to proceed with and click the Save icon from the taskbar.
6. Subsequently, click the Browse icon to specify the destination path for your resultant file.
7. After that, enter the name of your output folder and select Save Files in the Folder Hierarchy option.
8. At last, click the Save File(s) button. Click OK.

Conclusion

The blog is talking about the backup feature and you can use it to restore Windows Server 2003. You can either backup the entire contents of the server or some portions of it. We have discussed different manual ways and suggested an automated tool for data recovery. Opt for the one as required. I hope this helps to solve your purpose.