NTAR File Extension

What is NTAR file?

NTAR is a file extension commonly associated with Wireshark Data Format files. NTAR file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with NTAR extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. Wireshark is by far the most used program for working with NTAR files. Software named Wireshark was created by Gerald Combs. In order to find more detailed information on the software and NTAR files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support NTAR file extension

Programs that can handle NTAR files are as follows. Files with NTAR 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: 12/12/2020

How to open file with NTAR extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening NTAR files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with NTAR extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The list below will guide you through the process of addressing the encountered problem.

Step 1. Get the Wireshark

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening NTAR files is that no program that can handle NTAR files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Wireshark and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. The safest method of downloading Wireshark installed is by going to developer’s website (Gerald Combs) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Wireshark to the latest version

If you already have Wireshark installed on your systems and NTAR 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. If you have an older version of Wireshark installed, it may not support NTAR 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 Wireshark.

Step 3. Assign Wireshark to NTAR files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate NTAR files with latest version of Wireshark you have installed on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the NTAR file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where Wireshark is installed, check the Always use this app to open NTAR files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• Right-click the NTAR file and 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....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with NTAR extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the NTAR is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the NTAR file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the NTAR file hinders attempts to open it. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. NTAR file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the NTAR file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the NTAR file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 NTAR 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

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 Wireshark Data Format file.

4. Check whether your system can handle Wireshark

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with NTAR 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 Wireshark Data Format files. It may be the case that the NTAR files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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