SBI File Extension

What is SBI file?

Full format name of files that use SBI extension is Sound Blaster Instrument. Files with SBI extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. SBI file format, along with 771 other file formats, belongs to the Audio Files category. The software recommended for managing SBI files is Awave Studio. On the official website of FMJ-Software developer not only will you find detailed information about theAwave Studio software, but also about SBI and other supported file formats.

Programs which support SBI file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support SBI files. SBI 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 SBI extension?

Problems with accessing SBI may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with SBI 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 SBI files.

Step 1. Install Awave Studio software

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports SBI files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install Awave Studio. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support SBI files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Awave Studio installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit FMJ-Software website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Update Awave Studio to the latest version

If the problems with opening SBI files still occur even after installing Awave Studio, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Awave Studio is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. The reason that Awave Studio cannot handle files with SBI may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Awave Studio is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Awave Studio to SBI files

If you have the latest version of Awave Studio installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage SBI 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.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Right-click the SBI file and choose 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 Awave Studio is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open SBI files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with SBI extension, select Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with SBI extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the SBI 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 SBI file. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the SBI file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the SBI file hinders attempts to open it. Scan the SBI file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the SBI file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the SBI 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. If the SBI file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Sound Blaster Instrument file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Awave Studio

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

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 Sound Blaster Instrument files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with SBI files affecting older versions of given software.

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