VMSS File Extension

What is VMSS file?

Full format name of files that use VMSS extension is VMware Suspended State Format. VMware defined the VMware Suspended State Format format standard. VMSS file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Linux, Windows system platform. VMSS file belongs to the Data Files category just like 1326 other filename extensions listed in our database. VMware Workstation supports VMSS files and is the most frequently used program to handle such files, yet 2 other tools may also be used. On the official website of VMware, Inc. developer not only will you find detailed information about theVMware Workstation software, but also about VMSS and other supported file formats.

Programs which support VMSS file extension

The following list contains programs grouped by 2 operating systems that support VMSS files. Files with VMSS 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 VMSS extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening VMSS files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with VMSS files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install VMware Workstation

Problems with opening and working with VMSS files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with VMSS files being present on your machine. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing VMware Workstation or different compatible program, such as VMware vSphere. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. If you want to download VMware Workstation installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit VMware, Inc. website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of VMware Workstation and update if needed

If the problems with opening VMSS files still occur even after installing VMware Workstation, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of VMware Workstation is available. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. This can be one of the causes why VMSS files are not compatible with VMware Workstation. The latest version of VMware Workstation should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open VMSS files to VMware Workstation

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate VMSS files with latest version of VMware Workstation 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

• Right-click the VMSS file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where VMware Workstation is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open VMSS files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected VMSS file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• Select VMware Workstation and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with VMSS extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

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

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

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

If the VMSS is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the VMSS file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the VMSS file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

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

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

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. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open VMware Workstation

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with VMware Suspended State Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with VMSS files affecting older versions of given software.

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