HUP File Extension

What is HUP file?

Full format name of files that use HUP extension is Haihaisoft DRM-X Protected Video. Haihaisoft DRM-X Protected Video specification was created by Haihaisoft. HUP file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. HUP file format, along with 546 other file formats, belongs to the Video Files category. The software recommended for managing HUP files is Haihaisoft Universal Player. Haihaisoft Universal Player software was developed by Haihaisoft, and on its official website you may find more information about HUP files or the Haihaisoft Universal Player software program.

Programs which support HUP file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support HUP files. Files with HUP 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 HUP extension?

Being unable to open files with HUP extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with HUP files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with HUP files.

Step 1. Get the Haihaisoft Universal Player

Problems with opening and working with HUP files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with HUP files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Haihaisoft Universal Player and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support HUP files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Haihaisoft Universal Player installed is by going to developer’s website (Haihaisoft) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Haihaisoft Universal Player to the latest version

You still cannot access HUP files although Haihaisoft Universal Player is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of Haihaisoft Universal Player installed, it may not support HUP format. The latest version of Haihaisoft Universal Player should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open HUP files to Haihaisoft Universal Player

After installing Haihaisoft Universal Player (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open HUP files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the HUP file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Haihaisoft Universal Player installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open HUP files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected HUP 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 Haihaisoft Universal Player and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with HUP extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

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

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

If the HUP is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the scanner detected that the HUP file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the HUP file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. It could happen the the download process of file with HUP 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. Check whether your system can handle Haihaisoft Universal Player

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Haihaisoft DRM-X Protected Video file. It may be the case that the HUP files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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