Backup Error 0x8078012d, the Request Could Not Be Performed Because of an I/O Device Error FIX

Backup Error 0x8078012d, the Request Could Not Be Performed Because of an I/O Device Error FIX.

When using the Windows Backup and Restore Tool in Windows10, if you receive the following Backup error message, then this post will be able to help you:

The operation failed due to a device error encountered with either the source or destination, The request could not be performed because of an I/O device, Error 0x8078012D.

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This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops, and tablets running the Windows 10 operating system (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) from all supported hardware manufactures, like Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, and Samsung.