VMXF File Extension

What is VMXF file?

Full format name of files that use VMXF extension is VMware Team Member Format. VMware Team Member Format format was developed by VMware. VMXF files are supported by software applications available for devices running Linux, Mac OS, Windows. VMXF file belongs to the Settings Files category just like 1305 other filename extensions listed in our database. Users are advised to use VMware Workstation software for managing VMXF files, although 3 other programs can also handle this type of file. VMware Workstation software was developed by VMware, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about VMXF files or the VMware Workstation software program.

Programs which support VMXF file extension

Below you will find an index of software programs that can be used to open VMXF files divided into 3 categories according to system platform supported. Files with VMXF 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 VMXF extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening VMXF files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with VMXF extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with VMXF files.

Step 1. Download and install VMware Workstation

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports VMXF files installed on the system. The most obvious solution is to download and install VMware Workstation or one to the listed programs: VMware Fusion, VMware vSphere. 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 VMware Workstation installed is by going to developer’s website (VMware, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update VMware Workstation to the latest version

You still cannot access VMXF files although VMware Workstation is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of VMware Workstation installed, it may not support VMXF 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 VMware Workstation.

Step 3. Associate VMware Team Member Format files with VMware Workstation

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate VMXF files with latest version of VMware Workstation you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the VMXF file
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the VMware Workstation installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open VMXF files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with VMXF extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select VMware Workstation and click Change for all...
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with VMXF extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Check the VMXF for errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the VMXF file is valid. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

Should it happed that the VMXF 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. VMXF file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

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

Did you receive the VMXF file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 VMXF 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 in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle VMware Workstation

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with VMware Team Member Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle VMXF files.

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