NPS File Extension

What is NPS file?

Full format name of files that use NPS extension is NTI Partition Set. NTI defined the NTI Partition Set format standard. Files with NPS extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with NPS extension are categorized as Backup Files files. The Backup Files subset comprises 243 various file formats. The most popular software that supports NPS files is NTI Backup Now. Software named NTI Backup Now was created by NTI Corporation. In order to find more detailed information on the software and NPS files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support NPS file extension

Programs that can handle NPS files are as follows. NPS files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with NPS extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening NPS files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with NPS extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install NTI Backup Now

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports NPS files installed on the system. To address this issue, go to the NTI Backup Now 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. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit NTI Backup Now website and download the installer.

Step 2. Check the version of NTI Backup Now and update if needed

If the problems with opening NPS files still occur even after installing NTI Backup Now, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of NTI Backup Now is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of NTI Backup Now installed, it may not support NPS 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 NTI Backup Now.

Step 3. Associate NTI Partition Set files with NTI Backup Now

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the NPS file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where NTI Backup Now is installed, check the Always use this app to open NPS files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the NPS file and select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select NTI Backup Now and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with NPS extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the NPS for 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 NPS file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the NPS file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the NPS is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the scanner detected that the NPS file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

If the NPS file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. If the NPS file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

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 in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run NTI Backup Now

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with NTI Partition Set files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the NPS files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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