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Backup of 1.4TB disk failing with 0x4000A error code

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I am running a fully updated XP SP3. My ATIH2010 is the latest copy, build 7046. I am trying to backup my data disk that has a bit less than 1.4 TB of data. I am backing up to a Rosewill Hard Drive Dock, where I shuttle between 2 1.5 TB drives. Once I get clean backups, one drive will be in my safety deposit box, the other will be doing weekly full backups and nightly differential backups.

Backing up to the first drive succeeded. Now I am trying to backup to the second drive and I have received a number of failures. The error message are all like this:
"Failed to back up file or folder 'D:\Disk Backup/Clone Disk/Cloned Folders/My Documents/My Auctions/2004/In Process'.
Error occurred while creating the file. (0x4000A)"
The job usually (maybe always) happens early on in the backup process, perhaps a couple of hours in.

Note that I have run chkdsk on drive D and it is clean. I have attached a log file. Please let me know how to fix this problem.

Thanks.

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Hello Bill!

Welcome to Acronis Forum, and thank you for finding time to share your concerns with us.

There are several possible reasons for this error, so this situation requires investigation.

As far as I understood you have backed up your drive to the first location without any issues. So most probably the problem was caused by some glitch with the second location. I would advise you to try the following: 

  1. - Attach the second drive to the machine
    - Go to Start -> Run -> cmd and issue the following command:
    chkdsk /f /r
    - Reboot the machine
    This will check and fix bad blocks on the second target drive if any.
  2. Install the latest version of SnapAPI. Please kindly follow the instructions I've just sent you via PM

Should the issue persist, please obtain the following information: 

  1. Acronis Info
  2. Exact sequence of steps performed
  3. Screenshot of the issue

After that please kindly contact support directly with the information attached. Keep in mind that should there be any procrastination with the reply, you can always specify us the case number. We will do our best to speed up the process.

Should you need anything else or have any further questions - feel free to contact us at your earliest convenience, we will be happy to help you!

Thank you!

Hello Yana-

Thanks for a speedy reply.

I followed your instructions. Now ATIH does not even start. Attached is a screenshot of the error message. Also attached is the AcronisInfo.zip file produced by AcronisInfo.

Please let me know how to proceed.

-Bill

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Hello Bill,

We're really sorry for the difficulties you've experienced.

Most likely, the error you have is caused by the malfunction of Acronis SnapAPI driver, so you need to upgrade it.

I have sent you a Private Message with a download link yo the latest version of Acronis SnapAPI driver, please install it, reboot your machine and check if the issue still persists.

If Acronis True Image will error out again with the same message, please gather a new AcronisInfo output and submit a support request with the collected information.

We are looking forward to hearing back from you at your earliest convenience.

Thank you.

Hello Ilya-

Same problem although the error message is a bit different. The screenshot is attached along with the output of AcronisInfo.

A couple of other things:
- I am not going to purchase a support program. If you cannot offer quality support for your products I will find vendors who do.
- I don't understand why I had to install updated SnapAPI drivers today. I was given a link yesterday for older drivers. Why wasn't I given the latest drivers the first time?

Thanks. I hope to have a solution soon.

-Bill

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 Hello Bill,

Thank you for your response.

Please do the following to fix the issue:

1) Remove the separate SnapAPI module by means of Add or Remove Programs.

2) Remove Acronis True Image Home 2010 by the appropriate Cleanup utility .

3) Reboot the computer.

4) Install Acronis True Image Home 2010 from the scratch and reboot the computer again.

The issue should be resolved. 

Please do not hesitate to ask additional questions if the provided information is not clear or you need a further assistance. 

Thank you.