XBK File Extension

What is XBK file?

Full format name of files that use XBK extension is XenServer Backup Format. XenServer Backup Format format was developed by Citrix. XBK files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with XBK extension are categorized as Backup Files files. The Backup Files subset comprises 243 various file formats. Users are advised to use XenCenter software for managing XBK files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file.

Programs which support XBK file extension

Programs that can handle XBK files are as follows. XBK 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 XBK extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening XBK files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with XBK 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 XBK files.

Step 1. Get the XenCenter

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening XBK files is that no program that can handle XBK files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select XenCenter or one of the recommended programs (for example, XenServer) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. If you want to download XenCenter installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of XenCenter

If you already have XenCenter installed on your systems and XBK 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. This can be one of the causes why XBK files are not compatible with XenCenter. The most recent version of XenCenter is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate XenServer Backup Format files with XenCenter

If you have the latest version of XenCenter installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage XBK 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.

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the XBK file
• Next, select the Choose another app option and then using More apps open the list of available applications
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where XenCenter is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open XBK files and clicking OK.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected XBK file open the file menu and choose Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with XBK extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the XBK 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 XBK file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

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

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

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic XBK file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. 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. If the XBK file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system 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 XenCenter

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

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 XenServer Backup Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with XBK files affecting older versions of given software.

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