NMU File Extension

What is NMU file?

NMU is a file extension commonly associated with EMC Documentum Client Library Query Cache files. EMC Corporation defined the EMC Documentum Client Library Query Cache format standard. NMU files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with NMU extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. Documentum Standard Family is by far the most used program for working with NMU files. Documentum Standard Family software was developed by EMC Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about NMU files or the Documentum Standard Family software program.

Programs which support NMU file extension

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

Problems with accessing NMU may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with NMU extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with NMU files.

Step 1. Install Documentum Standard Family software

Problems with opening and working with NMU files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with NMU files being present on your machine. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Documentum Standard Family. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Documentum Standard Family website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update Documentum Standard Family to the latest version

If you already have Documentum Standard Family installed on your systems and NMU files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Documentum Standard Family cannot handle files with NMU may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Documentum Standard Family.

Step 3. Assign Documentum Standard Family to NMU files

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

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the NMU 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 Documentum Standard Family installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open NMU 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 NMU extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with NMU extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the NMU is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the NMU file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

Should it happed that the NMU is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the NMU file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the NMU file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the NMU 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. When downloading the file with NMU 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 EMC Documentum Client Library Query Cache file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Documentum Standard Family

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

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 EMC Documentum Client Library Query Cache file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle NMU files.

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