The update process modified your entire storage device.
The update process modified your entire storage device.
This situation is confusing because Windows updates don’t typically perform formatting operations. The issue likely stems from having the boot drive connected to the same storage device as your files. Keeping them separate ensures your data remains safe even during the update process.
You might want to review the recovery process using TestDisk before attempting it. The guide outlines each step clearly: https://www.cgsecurity.org/wiki/TestDisk_Step_By_Step. I experienced two partitions disappearing on both Windows and Linux systems, but recovered them easily after searching. Updated January 5, 2019 by ChrisRK – corrected a word.
This process is achievable through secure backup solutions. Your drive may already have encryption features like TrueCrypt or BitLocker. If not, you can use tools such as TrueCrypt to encrypt the 2TB storage before restoring. This ensures your data remains protected during recovery.