Overview:

This knowledge base article provides detailed instructions on performing Bare Metal Recovery (BMR) using the Manual Download Method in BDRSuite. It includes steps for creating the recovery ISO, preparing the bootable media, initiating recovery, and finalizing the restoration process.

Step 1: Install Windows AIK/ADK and BDRSuite Recovery CD Builder

Download and Install Windows AIK/ADK

• Download Windows AIK or Windows ADK.

• AIK is used for Windows 7, 8.1, 2008, 2008 R2.

• ADK is used for Windows 10, 2012 R2, 2016, 2019 and above.

Download BDRSuite Recovery CD

• Download the appropriate version (32-bit or 64-bit) of the BDRSuite Recovery CD.

Run Recovery C DBuilder

• Unzip the downloaded file.

• Run RecoveryCDBuilder.exe with Administrator privileges.

Step 2: Create the BDRSuite Recovery ISO

Agree to the License

• Read and accept the Service Provider License Agreement.

Configure ISO Settings

• Ensure the AIK/ADK location is detected automatically.

• Choose a location to save the ISO file.

• Enable "Retain temporary files" if you require a UEFI-supported ISO.

• Click Build to start the ISO creation.

• Once complete, the ISO will be saved in the specified folder.

Step 3: Optional - Create UEFI Supported ISO (For BDRSuite v7.0.1 only)

Note: This step is not required for BDRSuite version 7.0.3 and later.

Locate Temporary Files

• Navigate to BDRSuite_RecoveryCD\Logs.

• Open SG_Recovery.txt and note the temporary media path (e.g., C:\Users\ADMINI~1\AppData\Local\Temp\2\2024_05_02_16_49\Temp\media).

Create UEFI ISO

• Open Command Prompt.

• Navigate to Oscdimg tool location (part of ADK).

• Run:

  Oscdimg -bootdata:2#p0,e,bEtfsboot.com#pEF,e,bEfisys.bin -u1 -udfver102 <TempPath> <DestinationPath>
  

  Example:

  Oscdimg -bootdata:2#p0,e,bEtfsboot.com#pEF,e,bEfisys.bin -u1 -udfver102 C:\Temp\media F:\UEFI\recovery.iso
  

Step 4: Create Bootable USB/DVD

Use ISO to Create Bootable Media

• Use tools like Rufus or BalenaEtcher.

• Select the ISO file and target USB/DVD.

• Format and create the bootable media.

Step 5: Boot the Target Machine

Insert Bootable Media and Reboot

• Plug in the USB or insert the DVD.

• Enter BIOS/Boot Menu and select the recovery media.

Step 6: Configure Network Settings

• Set IP configuration manually if DHCP is not available.

Step 7: Connect to BDRSuite Backup Server

• Provide Backup Server IP and port (default: 42005).

• Enter credentials if prompted.

• Select the machine and available recovery point.

Step 8: Map Disks and Enable Driver Injection

• Map source disks to target disks (ensure same or higher capacity).

• All data on target disks will be erased.

• Enable Driver Injection if needed and add .inf files.

Step 9: Start Recovery

• Click Proceed to begin the recovery.

• Monitor progress; duration varies based on data size.

Step 10: Final Steps

Reboot and Validate

• Remove recovery media.

• Restart and verify successful OS boot.

Post-Recovery Checks

• Confirm drivers and partitions.

• Reactivate licenses if required.

This guide helps you perform BMR efficiently using the manual download method, including ISO creation, recovery media preparation, and restoring the system from backup.