How to Restore & Repair EDB Files

EDB files are typically files associated with the Exchange Database for Microsoft products. Restoring and repairing these types of files can be necessary after a traumatic system event such as repeated improper shutdowns, computer viruses, or a power surge. These files can be recovered and repaired using the disk management tools present within the Windows operating system.

Difficulty:

Moderately Easy

Instructions

1. Click on the "Start" menu, press "Run," type in "cmd," and press "OK."

2. Type in "chkdsk x: /f" and press "Enter," replacing "x" with the letter of the drive containing the EDB files.

3. Press "Y" when asked if you wish to check the drive at system startup.

4. Reboot your computer. The drive will be checked for errors, and all files on the drive (including EDB files) will be repaired.

References

• Microsoft: Chkdsk