PXI File Extension

What is PXI file?

PXI is a file extension commonly associated with PlexTools Disc Image files. PlexTools Disc Image format was developed by Plextor. PXI file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with PXI extension are categorized as Disk Image Files files. The Disk Image Files subset comprises 203 various file formats. UltraISO supports PXI files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 3 other tools may also be used. UltraISO software was developed by EZB Systems, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about PXI files or the UltraISO software program.

Programs which support PXI file extension

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

Being unable to open files with PXI extension can be have various origins. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to PlexTools Disc Image files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with PXI files.

Step 1. Install UltraISO software

Problems with opening and working with PXI files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with PXI files being present on your machine. The most obvious solution is to download and install UltraISO or one to the listed programs: PowerISO, IsoBuster, PlexTools. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support PXI files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download UltraISO installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit EZB Systems, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of UltraISO

If you already have UltraISO installed on your systems and PXI 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 The reason that UltraISO cannot handle files with PXI may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of UltraISO should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign UltraISO to PXI files

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the PXI with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where UltraISO is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open PXI files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with PXI extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with PXI extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

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

1. Verify that the PXI in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the PXI 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 PXI file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

Did you receive the PXI file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. When downloading the file with PXI 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 in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle UltraISO

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support PXI files. Close all running programs and try opening the PXI file.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with PlexTools Disc Image files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with PXI files affecting older versions of given software.

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