Backing Up Data in Windows Rescue Mode
If your Windows server fails to boot, you can use the Windows Rescue System to access your files and copy them over the network to a safe storage location, even when the main operating system is inaccessible.
Prerequisites:
- Your server booted into Windows Rescue Mode. → How to Start Rescue Mode
- A network share (e.g., another server, a NAS, or a shared folder on another PC) that is reachable from your server.
Step-by-Step Guide
First, boot your server into the Windows Rescue System from the PowerPanel and connect to it using a VNC client.
Once you are on the rescue desktop, open the Command Prompt (Start > Run, then type cmd).