A Brief Illustration Of BKF File Format

Mariah | February 5th, 2016 | Forensics

Windows backup BKF files are primarily associated with Windows XP, Windows 2000 and Windows Server 2003 by Microsoft Corporation. BKF files are also associated with Moto Racer Archive and File View Pro. The file extension for BKF file format is .bkf that stores all types of data in binary from. The files can be used to backup and restore the data on user’s system when the data on user’s computer becomes corrupt.

The BKF file extension can store all types of data like folders, media, and data files on Windows XP or Windows 2000. By using inbuilt Microsoft Windows NT backup utility, you can restore these files to Windows XP and Windows Server 2003. However, you have to install NT backup utility to restore your BKF file on Windows vista, Windows 7 or Windows 8 and 8.1.

NOTE: Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista creates a system image of the backed up data which is the replacement of NTBackup generated BKF file.

Windows Backup BKF File Specifications

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Challenges in Accessing BKF File Extension

Due to large size of backups, the backup files are prone to be damaged or corrupt.

If you are having any issues while accessing the file of BKF file format.

You should identify the program that can open the file.
Check your system for invalid registry entries.

After solving both issues, if still your file is inaccessible, it means your BKF file is corrupted or damaged.

Recognition of Corrupted Windows Backup BKF File

If you are not able to restore your backup, it means your BKF file is corrupted or damaged. You cannot restore your file until the corruption will be removed.

Following messages may appear on your screen while opening the corrupted BKF file format.

BA1460 Error during the backup
Can’t Open .bkf file extension
The backup file is unusable
CRC failed error

Causes of Corruption

Virus Intrusion
Power failure during the backup
Corruption in hard drive
Improper shut down of the system
Unrecognized error in media
Corruption in registry

What If The Backup File Is Corrupt?

If the data on user’s computer becomes corrupt or erased, the backup files can restore the information. In case, the Windows backup BKF file format got corrupted there is no manual method to open and view BKF files. Unfortunately, Microsoft does not have any inbuilt utility to fix corrupt backup files. However, there are some commercial tools that are developed to open and view corrupted BKF files.