VSV File Extension

What is VSV file?

VSV filename suffix is mostly used for Virtual Machine Saved State Format files. Virtual Machine Saved State Format specification was created by Microsoft. Files with VSV extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with VSV extension are categorized as Data Files files. The Data Files subset comprises 1326 various file formats. The most popular program for handling VSV files is Microsoft Virtual Server, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. Microsoft Virtual Server software was developed by Microsoft Corporation, and on its official website you may find more information about VSV files or the Microsoft Virtual Server software program.

Programs which support VSV file extension

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

Problems with accessing VSV may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to Virtual Machine Saved State Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install Microsoft Virtual Server

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening VSV files is that no program that can handle VSV files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing Microsoft Virtual Server or different compatible program, such as Microsoft Virtual PC. 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 Microsoft Virtual Server installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of Microsoft Virtual Server and update if needed

If you already have Microsoft Virtual Server installed on your systems and VSV files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that Microsoft Virtual Server cannot handle files with VSV may be that the software is outdated. The latest version of Microsoft Virtual Server should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Microsoft Virtual Server to VSV files

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Right-click the VSV file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Microsoft Virtual Server installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open VSV files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with VSV extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Microsoft Virtual Server and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with VSV extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the VSV for errors

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

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

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

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

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

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Virtual Machine Saved State Format file again.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run Microsoft Virtual Server

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

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 Virtual Machine Saved State Format files. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle VSV files.

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