X-MS-WMA File Extension

What is X-MS-WMA file?

Full format name of files that use X-MS-WMA extension is JRiver Media Center Data Format. Files with X-MS-WMA extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. X-MS-WMA file belongs to the Misc Files category just like 6033 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing X-MS-WMA files is JRiver Media Center. Software named JRiver Media Center was created by JRiver, Inc.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and X-MS-WMA files, check the developer’s official website.

Programs which support X-MS-WMA file extension

Below is a table that list programs that support X-MS-WMA files. X-MS-WMA files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 07/21/2020

How to open file with X-MS-WMA extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening X-MS-WMA files on given system. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to JRiver Media Center Data Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with X-MS-WMA files.

Step 1. Download and install JRiver Media Center

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening X-MS-WMA files is that no program that can handle X-MS-WMA files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download JRiver Media Center and install it on your device. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading JRiver Media Center installed is by going to developer’s website (JRiver, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of JRiver Media Center

If you already have JRiver Media Center installed on your systems and X-MS-WMA files are still not opened properly, check if you have the latest version of the software. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why X-MS-WMA files are not compatible with JRiver Media Center. The most recent version of JRiver Media Center is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign JRiver Media Center to X-MS-WMA files

If you have the latest version of JRiver Media Center installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage X-MS-WMA 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

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the X-MS-WMA file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the JRiver Media Center installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open X-MS-WMA files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with X-MS-WMA extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with X-MS-WMA extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Ensure that the X-MS-WMA 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 X-MS-WMA file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the X-MS-WMA in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the X-MS-WMA file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. If the X-MS-WMA file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the X-MS-WMA file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. When downloading the file with X-MS-WMA 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.

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. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run JRiver Media Center

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

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 JRiver Media Center Data Format file. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with X-MS-WMA files affecting older versions of given software.

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