FH File Extension

What is FH file?

FH filename suffix is mostly used for Symantec Backup Exec Format files. Symantec Backup Exec Format specification was created by Symantec. FH file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with FH extension are categorized as Backup Files files. The Backup Files subset comprises 243 various file formats. The most popular software that supports FH files is Symantec Backup Exec. On the official website of Symantec Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theSymantec Backup Exec software, but also about FH and other supported file formats.

Programs which support FH file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support FH files. Files with FH extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with FH extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening FH files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Symantec Backup Exec Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Download and install Symantec Backup Exec

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening FH files is that no program that can handle FH files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Symantec Backup Exec and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Symantec Backup Exec installed is by going to developer’s website (Symantec Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Symantec Backup Exec and update if needed

You still cannot access FH files although Symantec Backup Exec is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of Symantec Backup Exec installed, it may not support FH format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Symantec Backup Exec.

Step 3. Associate Symantec Backup Exec Format files with Symantec Backup Exec

After installing Symantec Backup Exec (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open FH files. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the FH file
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Symantec Backup Exec is installed, check the Always use this app to open FH files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the FH file and select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Symantec Backup Exec and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with FH extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the FH file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the FH file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the FH file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the FH file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. FH file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with FH extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the FH file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with FH extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Symantec Backup Exec

If the systems has insufficient resources to open FH files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Symantec Backup Exec Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with FH files affecting older versions of given software.

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