An ESXi host lost its VMFS partition table. The admin ran Tools > Scan for lost VMFS . Version 10.9 located the VMFS heartbeat sectors and reconstructed the LVM structure, allowing the export of flat VMDK files directly to a local drive.
As a professional-tier tool, it offers a broader feature set than standard recovery software: UFS Explorer Professional Recovery 10.9
UFS Explorer Professional Recovery 10.9
Includes robust imaging functionality for creating forensic copies of failing or damaged drives. An ESXi host lost its VMFS partition table
As of the 10.9 release, the license model remains perpetual (no subscription). A single Professional license costs approximately (including VAT in the EU) and includes: As a professional-tier tool, it offers a broader
: Existing owners of Version 9 or other products may be eligible for discounts (50%–85%) depending on the purchase date. Microsoft Store