Data loss, whether due to accidental deletion, disk corruption, or system failure, can result in serious downtime and operational disruption—especially in professional environments. That’s where Prosoft Data Rescue Professional 5.0.11 SR1 steps in: a powerful, enterprise-grade data recovery solution designed for IT professionals, technicians, and corporate users who require reliable and deep recovery capabilities.
The latest release of this industry-trusted tool offers improved recovery algorithms, an intuitive interface, and support for the latest storage devices and file systems, all while maintaining its core strength: professional-grade results.
🆕 What’s New in Version 5.0.11 SR1?
- ✅ Enhanced recovery engine for faster, more accurate scans
- ✅ Improved RAID and non-standard volume handling
- ✅ Support for APFS (macOS), HFS+, NTFS, FAT32, exFAT, EXT4
- ✅ Better preview support for documents, media files, and archives
- ✅ Bug fixes for deep scan crashes on high-capacity drives
- ✅ Optimized memory usage and multithreading stability
🔑 Key Features
🛠️ Professional-Grade Recovery
- Recover deleted, formatted, lost, or corrupted files from HDDs, SSDs, USB drives, memory cards, and even RAID arrays
- Supports recovery from non-booting drives, even if they’re physically failing (with cloning option)
🧠 Advanced Scan Algorithms
- Quick Scan: Fast recovery for recently deleted files
- Deep Scan: Thorough scan for severely corrupted or formatted disks
- Clone and Image: Create byte-level clones or disk images for recovery without further risking original data
🖥️ RAID Support
- Manually reconstruct and recover from RAID 0, 1, 5 configurations
- Supports software RAID arrays and hardware RAID controllers
🔍 File Preview
- View text files, images, videos, PDFs, and Office documents before recovery
- Preview available during scan, minimizing recovery time
📊 Drive Health Monitoring
- View SMART status, drive temperature, and diagnostics
- Helps identify failing drives before complete data loss occurs
🔐 Secure & Forensic Ready
- Write-blocked scans and logs for forensic integrity
- Trusted by law enforcement, investigators, and data recovery labs
🖥 System Requirements
For Windows:
- OS: Windows 11 / 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 (64-bit)
- CPU: 1GHz processor or higher
- RAM: Minimum 2 GB (4 GB recommended)
- Disk Space: At least 250 MB for installation
- Additional: Internet connection for activation and updates
For macOS (Pro version available separately):
- macOS 10.12 or later (including Ventura, Sonoma)
- APFS, HFS+, exFAT, FAT32 supported
💡 How to Use Data Rescue Professional
Step 1: Install and Launch
Download and install the software. Launch as Administrator for full device access.
Step 2: Select the Source
Choose the drive, partition, or RAID set you want to scan. For failing drives, create a clone first.
Step 3: Choose Scan Type
Select between Quick Scan or Deep Scan based on your situation. For formatted or corrupted drives, use Deep Scan.
Step 4: Preview & Select Files
As the scan progresses, files are listed by category. Preview them to ensure validity before recovering.
Step 5: Recover
Select the files and save them to a separate, healthy drive to avoid overwriting lost data.
💰 Licensing & Editions
| Edition | Use Case | Notes |
| Professional | IT pros, labs, MSPs | Multiple drives, RAID support |
| Standard/Home | Individual users | Basic recovery features |
| Enterprise / Technician | High-volume usage | Volume license, white-labeling |
All versions come with:
- Free updates for the purchased version
- Priority support
- Drive diagnostic tools
⚠️ Note: Always use legitimate licenses. Avoid cracked versions, as they may introduce malware or lead to incomplete recoveries.
✅ Pros & Cons
✅ Pros:
- Enterprise-level recovery capabilities
- RAID and non-bootable drive support
- Preview feature with live scan results
- Cloning and forensic tools
- Compatible with all major file systems
❌ Cons:
- Higher price point than consumer tools
- More features than needed for casual users
- Deep scan can be time-consuming on large drives
📝 Final Verdict
Prosoft Data Rescue Professional 5.0.11 SR1 is one of the most comprehensive and trusted data recovery solutions available for professional use. It’s packed with tools for deep recovery, drive imaging, RAID restoration, and forensic integrity—making it ideal for businesses, IT departments, and data recovery labs.
If you are a serious data recovery specialist or IT technician who handles high-risk, high-value recoveries, this software delivers the accuracy, speed, and control you need—especially with the new improvements in the SR1 build.