HASH File Extension

What is HASH file?

Full format name of files that use HASH extension is EnCase Forensic Drive Image Hash. EnCase Forensic Drive Image Hash specification was created by Guidance Software Inc.. HASH files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with HASH extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The most popular software that supports HASH files is EnCase Forensic. On the official website of Guidance Software Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theEnCase Forensic software, but also about HASH and other supported file formats.

Programs which support HASH file extension

The following listing features HASH-compatible programs. Files with HASH suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with HASH extension?

Problems with accessing HASH may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with HASH 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.

Step 1. Install EnCase Forensic software

Problems with opening and working with HASH files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with HASH files being present on your machine. To address this issue, go to the EnCase Forensic developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download EnCase Forensic installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Guidance Software Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of EnCase Forensic

If the problems with opening HASH files still occur even after installing EnCase Forensic, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of EnCase Forensic is available. 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 EnCase Forensic installed, it may not support HASH format. The latest version of EnCase Forensic should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open HASH files to EnCase Forensic

After installing EnCase Forensic (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open HASH files. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the HASH file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where EnCase Forensic is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open HASH files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected HASH file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select EnCase Forensic and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with HASH extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper HASH file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The HASH may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the HASH is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. HASH file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the HASH file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. 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. When downloading the file with HASH extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

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 EnCase Forensic Drive Image Hash file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open EnCase Forensic

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

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with EnCase Forensic Drive Image Hash file. It may be the case that the HASH files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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