KSR File Extension

What is KSR file?

KSR filename suffix is mostly used for Kiwi Syslog Server Daemon Format files. KSR file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. KSR file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. Kiwi Syslog Server is by far the most used program for working with KSR files. Software named Kiwi Syslog Server was created by SolarWinds. In order to find more detailed information on the software and KSR files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support KSR file extension

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

Updated: 09/04/2020

How to open file with KSR extension?

Being unable to open files with KSR extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with KSR 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 KSR files.

Step 1. Get the Kiwi Syslog Server

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening KSR files is that no program that can handle KSR files is installed on user’s system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Kiwi Syslog Server. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support KSR files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading Kiwi Syslog Server installed is by going to developer’s website (SolarWinds) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Kiwi Syslog Server

If you already have Kiwi Syslog Server installed on your systems and KSR files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that Kiwi Syslog Server cannot handle files with KSR may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Kiwi Syslog Server should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open KSR files to Kiwi Syslog Server

If you have the latest version of Kiwi Syslog Server installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage KSR on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the KSR file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Kiwi Syslog Server installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open KSR files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with KSR extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with KSR extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the KSR is not faulty

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 KSR file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the KSR file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the KSR 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. If the scanner detected that the KSR file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the KSR file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. When downloading the file with KSR extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

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

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Kiwi Syslog Server Daemon Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Kiwi Syslog Server

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with KSR extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

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

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