how do i restore .bkf files from an external hard drive to a computer running xp

Hi,

You can restore files from a BKF file on an external hard drive onto the computer by using the Windows XP backup wizard. The backup wizard is installed by default in Windows XP Professional but not in XP Home. Users of XP Home can install it from a Windows XP Home installation CD.

Follow the steps mentioned below and check if the issue persists.

a. Install the backup wizard on Windows XP Home if it isn't installed. Place the Windows XP Home installation CD into the computer's disc drive and install the wizard by clicking "Start," clicking "My Computer," double-clicking the CD icon in the My Computer window, double-clicking the "ValueAdd" folder, double-clicking the "Msft" folder, double-clicking "Ntbackup" and double-clicking "Ntbackup.msi."

b. Connect the external hard drive to the computer.

c. Open the Backup wizard by clicking "Start," "All Programs," "Accessories," "System Tools" and "Backup."

d. Click "Next" in the welcome window.

e. Click "Restore Files and Settings" and click "Next."

f. Click "Browse" in the "What to Restore" window, click "Browse" in the "Open Backup File" window, click "My Computer," double-click the external hard drive and double-click the BKF file.

g. Click the check boxes to the left of the desired files under "What to Restore" and click "Next."

h. Start the transfer by clicking "Finish."

i. Click "Close" when prompted.