VMDK-CONVERTTMP File Extension

What is VMDK-CONVERTTMP file?

VMDK-CONVERTTMP filename suffix is mostly used for VMWare Fusion Temporary Format files. VMWare Fusion Temporary Format specification was created by VMWare. VMDK-CONVERTTMP files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS, Windows. VMDK-CONVERTTMP file format, along with 6033 other file formats, belongs to the Misc Files category. Users are advised to use VMware Fusion software for managing VMDK-CONVERTTMP files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. VMware Fusion software was developed by VMware, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about VMDK-CONVERTTMP files or the VMware Fusion software program.

Programs which support VMDK-CONVERTTMP file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open VMDK-CONVERTTMP files divided into 2 categories according to system platform supported. Files with VMDK-CONVERTTMP suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with VMDK-CONVERTTMP extension?

Being unable to open files with VMDK-CONVERTTMP extension can be have various origins. Fortunately, most common problems with VMDK-CONVERTTMP 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 VMDK-CONVERTTMP files.

Step 1. Install VMware Fusion software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening VMDK-CONVERTTMP files is that no program that can handle VMDK-CONVERTTMP files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the VMware Fusion 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. If you want to download VMware Fusion installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit VMware, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of VMware Fusion

If you already have VMware Fusion installed on your systems and VMDK-CONVERTTMP files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why VMDK-CONVERTTMP files are not compatible with VMware Fusion. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using VMware Fusion.

Step 3. Assign VMware Fusion to VMDK-CONVERTTMP files

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

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the VMDK-CONVERTTMP file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• Finally select Look for another app on this PC, point to the folder where VMware Fusion is installed, check the Always use this app to open VMDK-CONVERTTMP files box and conform your selection by clicking OK button

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• Right-click the VMDK-CONVERTTMP file and 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 VMDK-CONVERTTMP extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the VMDK-CONVERTTMP 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 VMDK-CONVERTTMP file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the VMDK-CONVERTTMP is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the VMDK-CONVERTTMP file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the scanner detected that the VMDK-CONVERTTMP file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

2. Verify that the VMDK-CONVERTTMP file’s structure is intact

If you obtained the problematic VMDK-CONVERTTMP file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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 VMDK-CONVERTTMP 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.

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the VMWare Fusion Temporary Format file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run VMware Fusion

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

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 VMWare Fusion Temporary Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the VMDK-CONVERTTMP files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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