Crashed PC Recovery: Recover Data from Crashed Computer

Don't worry if you lost data after Windows 10 crashed. This page includes methods for computer crash recovery in Windows 10/11 with the help of MyRecover software and some other

Computer Crashed: How to Recover Files?

Experiencing a computer crash can be frustrating. Common issues include the blue or black screen of death or the system not starting at all.

The first step is to restore the system to a working state. This can be challenging for typical users who aren't familiar with operating system repairs. But what about your data? Is it still possible to recover data from corrupted Windows OS?

Don't worry! Follow this simple guide to recover your data:

• Use powerful data recovery software to recover files after a Windows 10 crash.
• Protect your operating system and data from future crashes.

Method 1. Recover Data After a Windows 10/11 Crash

If Windows 10/11 crashes, recovering data is simple if you have a backup. You can restore your files from this backup. But, if no backup is available, MyRecover can help. MyRecover allows data recovery from a crashed Windows 10 system, even if your computer won't boot.

Features of Computer Crash RecoverySoftware

• Recover data from various situations such as crashed computer, formatted hard drive, emptied Recycle Bin and virus attacks.
• Recover deleted or lost Word document, Excel, PPT, PDF, PPTX, ODP, CSV, WPS files, and other 200+ file formats successfully.
• It automatically performs both quick scan & deep scan to recover deleted files from hard drive and will not change their original filename, directory, and path.
• Work with NTFS, FAT32, exFAT, and ReFS in Windows 11/10/8/7 and Windows Server.

Steps to Recover Data from a Crashed Windows 10/11 System

Step 1: Create a Bootable Drive

1. Run MyRecover on a working PC and select "Crashed PC Recovery."

2. Choose an empty USB or CD/DVD to create a boot disk and click "Execute."

3. Creating a bootable USB drive will erase all data on it. Ensure you have backed up any important files before proceeding. Click "Yes" to continue.

4. The creation process will start and may take several minutes. Monitor the progress.

5. Once complete, a success message will appear with instructions on how to boot from the bootable drive. You are now ready to recover data from the crashed Windows 10/11 system.

Step 2: Boot Your PC from the Bootable USB Drive

1. Connect the bootable USB drive to the crashed computer.

2. Press F12, F2, F10, F11, Del, or Esc to enter the BIOS.

3. Change the PC’s boot sequence to boot from the USB drive.

4. Reboot the PC and select the bootable USB drive as the boot media.

5. Save the changes by pressing F10 and exit the BIOS.

Step 3: Recover Data from the Crashed Computer

1. Run MyRecover and select "PC Recovery."

2. Hover over the drive where the deleted files were stored and click "Scan."

3. MyRecover will perform a quick and deep scan of the selected drive. Use the Search Box or Filter feature to find specific data quickly.

4. Once you find the required data, select them and click "Recover x files" to recover deleted files from hard drive. Choose a new location to save the recovered files.

Method2. Connect the HDD to Another Working PC

Connecting the HDD to another working PC is a quick and easy way to recover data from a crashed Windows 10 system. Simply remove the hard drive from the crashed computer and connect it to another PC. Handle the hard drive carefully to avoid damaging it and its data.

Warning:This method works best for accessing files from secondary drives, not the main C drive. If you can't recover the data, consider using the data recovery software mentioned earlier.

Steps to Connect the HDD:

1. Use a SATA to USB cable to connect the hard drive to another PC via a USB port.

2. If the hard drive is accessible, proceed to back up your data.

Method 3. Recover Files from a Crashed Computer Using System Restore

If Windows 10 crashes, you can recover data by using System Restore. This built-in Windows utility allows you to restore computer to an earlier date, including system files, installed applications, Windows Registry, and system settings, to a previous point in time, potentially recovering your deleted data.

1. Connect Installation Media:

Plug in the Windows installation media (DVD or bootable USB drive) created with MyRecover.

Hold down F9/F12, then press the power button to enter Windows Recovery Environment (Windows RE). Click "Next."

2. Start System Restore:

Click "Repair your computer" on the Install Windows screen.

Go to "Troubleshoot" > "Advanced options" > "System Restore."

3. Select Restore Point:

Click "Next" on the System Restore window.

Choose a restore point and click "Next" to start the restoration process.

Summary

Crashed PC recoverycan be straightforward using these three practical methods. If these methods do not work, you might need to seek help from a professional data recovery service, though it can be costly.

To safeguard your data and operating system, create scheduled file or system backups to keep your data current. This ensures that in the event of a crash, you have the latest backup of your data and programs. Consider using AOMEI Backupper Standard, a user-friendly and feature-rich backup solution.