Full format name of files that use ARZ extension is MySQL Archive Storage Engine Data. MySQL Archive Storage Engine Data format was developed by Oracle Corporation. Files with ARZ extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. ARZ file format, along with 619 other file formats, belongs to the Archive Files category. Users are advised to use MySQL Enterprise Backup software for managing ARZ files, although 2 other programs can also handle this type of file. MySQL Enterprise Backup software was developed by Oracle Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about ARZ files or the MySQL Enterprise Backup software program.
The following listing features ARZ-compatible programs. ARZ files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.
There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening ARZ files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with ARZ files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.
The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports ARZ files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install MySQL Enterprise Backup or one to the listed programs: MySQL, MySQL Enterprise Edition. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support ARZ files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download MySQL Enterprise Backup installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Oracle Corporation website and download from their official repositories.
You still cannot access ARZ files although MySQL Enterprise Backup is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why ARZ files are not compatible with MySQL Enterprise Backup. The latest version of MySQL Enterprise Backup should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.
If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate ARZ files with latest version of MySQL Enterprise Backup you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.
Change the default application in Windows
Change the default application in Mac OS
Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the ARZ file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.
If the ARZ is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the ARZ file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. ARZ file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.
If you obtained the problematic ARZ file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. If the ARZ file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.
There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the MySQL Archive Storage Engine Data file again.
If the systems has insufficient resources to open ARZ files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.
Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with MySQL Archive Storage Engine Data files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle ARZ files.
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