Undelete Vmfs File [new] -

To minimize the risk of data loss, follow these best practices:

| Method | Tool(s) | Success Factor | Complexity | |--------|---------|----------------|-------------| | ESXi vmkfstools (undelete) | vmkfstools -U | Very low (rarely works) | Low | | Linux VMFS driver | vmfs-tools , vmfs6-tools | Medium | Medium | | Commercial recovery | UFS Explorer, R-Studio, DiskInternals | High | Low (GUI) | | Manual hex carving | dd , grep , scalpel | Low (requires deep skill) | High | undelete vmfs file

Ensure your storage array supports vStorage APIs for Array Integration. This can sometimes provide an extra layer of "trash can" functionality at the hardware level. Summary Checklist Stop all writes to the affected datastore immediately. To minimize the risk of data loss, follow

When manual methods fail, you need specialized software that understands the complex block-mapping of VMFS (versions 5 and 6). Standard Windows or Linux undelete tools will not work here because they cannot parse the VMFS structure. Look for tools that offer: When manual methods fail, you need specialized software

Use esxcli storage core device list to find the identifier for your storage device.