EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro with Bootable Media: Features, Pros & Step-by-Step Tutorial

EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro with Bootable Media: Features, Pros & Step-by-Step TutorialEaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro with Bootable Media is a data-recovery solution designed to retrieve lost files from healthy drives, damaged systems, and drives that won’t boot. This article explains key features, advantages and limitations, and provides a clear step‑by‑step walkthrough for creating and using the bootable media to recover data from unbootable Windows systems.

What is EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro with Bootable Media?

EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro is a desktop application that scans storage devices to recover deleted, formatted, or otherwise inaccessible files. The “with Bootable Media” option adds a rescue environment you can create on a USB drive or CD/DVD. That bootable environment loads a minimal recovery OS, allowing you to access a system that won’t start and recover files without relying on the damaged Windows installation.

Main use cases:

Recovering files after accidental deletion or formatting.
Restoring data from drives with logical corruption (file-system damage).
Accessing and copying files when Windows won’t boot due to OS corruption, driver issues, or malware.

Key Features

Bootable rescue environment: Create a USB/DVD that boots into a preconfigured recovery interface to access files when Windows won’t start.
Quick and deep scan modes: Quick scan finds recently deleted files; deep scan performs sector-level analysis for more comprehensive recovery.
File type filtering: Recover specific file types (documents, photos, videos, archives, emails) using filters to reduce scan/restore time.
Preview before recovery: Preview recoverable files (images, documents, some video/audio) before restoring to verify integrity.
Support for multiple file systems: NTFS, FAT, exFAT, HFS+, EXT (limited), and other common formats.
Recovery from multiple devices: Internal/external HDDs and SSDs, USB flash drives, memory cards, digital cameras.
Selective recovery and export: Choose individual files or folders to restore; export scan results to resume later.
Safe read-only scanning: The tool performs read-only operations, minimizing further risk to the damaged drive.
Cross-platform relevance: Primarily a Windows application; the bootable environment is focused on Windows-system recovery.

Pros and Cons

Pros	Cons
Bootable media lets you recover from unbootable systems	Bootable environment is Windows-focused; limited native macOS/Linux rescue
Intuitive user interface with file previews	Full recovery features require a paid license
Supports many file types and storage devices	Deep scans can be slow on large or heavily damaged drives
Safe read-only approach reduces risk of further damage	No guaranteed recovery for physically failing drives
Exportable scan sessions for later continuation	Some advanced file system types (new Linux filesystems) may have limited support

Before You Start — Preparations and Safety Tips

Use a separate USB flash drive (at least 8 GB recommended) or CD/DVD to create the bootable media.
If the target drive is physically failing (clicking, excessive heat), consider a professional data‑recovery lab. Continued power-on may worsen damage.
Do not install EaseUS onto the drive you’re trying to recover from — use another PC to create the bootable media.
Prepare an external drive or a second internal drive with enough free space to store recovered files. Always restore to a different drive than the source.
Note license status: the bootable media can help access data, but full recovery beyond trial limits may require the Pro license.

Step‑by‑Step Tutorial: Create Bootable Media and Recover Files

1) Download and install EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro (on a working PC)

On a working Windows PC, download the EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro installer from the official EaseUS site.
Install the application by following on‑screen prompts. Do not install it on the drive you’ll be recovering.

2) Create the bootable media

Launch EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro.
In the app, locate and click the option labelled “Create bootable media” or similar (often found in the top-right or tools menu).
Insert your USB flash drive (or a blank CD/DVD) into the working PC.
Choose the USB drive as the target for the bootable media. Confirm and start the creation process.
Wait until the tool writes the bootable environment to the media and displays a success message. Safely eject the USB.

Notes:

The creation process formats the target USB — back up any existing data on it first.
If the tool offers WinPE or Linux rescue options, choose WinPE for best compatibility with Windows systems.

3) Boot the damaged PC from the USB rescue media

Insert the bootable USB into the computer that won’t boot.
Power on the computer and open the boot menu or BIOS/UEFI boot order (common keys: F2, F12, Esc, Del — varies by manufacturer).
Select the USB device from the boot menu and press Enter.
The PC should boot into the EaseUS rescue environment (a minimal WinPE desktop with the recovery interface).

If the system still boots into the original (broken) OS, revisit BIOS/UEFI settings and ensure USB boot is enabled and prioritized.

4) Scan the target drive in the rescue environment

Once the EaseUS interface loads, locate the target drive (the internal drive or partition containing your lost files).
Choose a scan type: start with Quick Scan; if results are incomplete, run Deep Scan.
Allow the scan to complete. Deep Scan can take hours depending on drive size and condition.

Tips:

Use file-type filters to narrow results (e.g., JPG, DOCX, MP4) if you know what you need.
Monitor for unusual noises from the drive; if they occur, stop and consult a professional.

5) Preview and select files to recover

After scanning, browse the recovered file list or use the preview pane to examine files.
Tick the files/folders you want to recover. Use the search box or filters to speed selection.
Click Recover.

6) Choose a recovery destination

Select a recovery destination on a different physical drive (external USB drive or a separate internal drive).
Confirm and start the recovery. The tool copies the recovered files to the destination without writing to the source drive.

7) Verify recovered files

Once recovery finishes, open several recovered files to confirm they’re intact.
If files are corrupted or missing, try running Deep Scan again or export the scan results and consult EaseUS support for guidance.

Common Recovery Scenarios and Tips

Recovering deleted files after emptying Recycle Bin: Quick Scan usually finds these quickly.
Formatted partitions: Deep Scan is often necessary; scan the whole disk rather than single partitions.
Corrupted boot/OS files preventing Windows boot: Use bootable media to copy important files before attempting OS repair or reinstall.
Lost partitions: Use the partition search/recovery options in the app to locate and restore partition structures.
Encrypted drives: If the drive is encrypted with BitLocker or other full-disk encryption and you don’t have the key/password, recovery will be unsuccessful without the encryption credentials.

Troubleshooting

Bootable USB not recognized: Recreate media; try a different USB port (use USB 2.0 for older systems); disable Secure Boot in UEFI if necessary.
Slow deep scan: Let it run overnight; use a wired connection and a stable power source; avoid running other tasks on the target PC.
Files preview shows garbage or unreadable content: The file headers may be damaged—try alternative recovery sessions or specialized file-repair tools for specific file types.
Physical drive failures (clicking sounds, SMART warnings): Stop using the drive; power it down and contact a professional data recovery service.

Alternatives and When to Choose a Pro Service

Software like Recuva, Stellar Data Recovery, R-Studio, and PhotoRec offer competing recovery capabilities. Choose EaseUS Pro with bootable media if you prefer a guided GUI, easy bootable rescue creation, and solid preview features.

Contact a professional recovery lab if:

The drive is physically failing (mechanical/PCB damage).
You need forensic-level recovery or work with highly valuable data.
Multiple prior recovery attempts have failed or produced corrupted files.

Final Notes

EaseUS Data Recovery Wizard Pro with Bootable Media is a practical choice for retrieving files from non-booting Windows systems and logically damaged drives, provided physical hardware damage isn’t the root cause.
Always restore recovered files to a separate drive to avoid overwriting remaining recoverable data.
For critical data, consider professional recovery services rather than repeated DIY attempts.