XIX File Extension

What is XIX file?

XIX is a file extension commonly associated with IIS NNTP Subject Lists files. XIX file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with XIX extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The software recommended for managing XIX files is Microsoft IIS. On the official website of Microsoft Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theMicrosoft IIS software, but also about XIX and other supported file formats.

Programs which support XIX file extension

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

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening XIX files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with XIX 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 XIX files.

Step 1. Get the Microsoft IIS

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening XIX files is that no program that can handle XIX files is installed on user’s system. To address this issue, go to the Microsoft IIS developer website, download the tool, and install it. It is that easy The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Microsoft IIS installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

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

If the problems with opening XIX files still occur even after installing Microsoft IIS, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft IIS is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Microsoft IIS cannot handle files with XIX may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Microsoft IIS is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate IIS NNTP Subject Lists files with Microsoft IIS

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate XIX files with latest version of Microsoft IIS 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 XIX file and choose Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Microsoft IIS is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open XIX files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

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

Step 4. Verify that the XIX is not faulty

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper XIX file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

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

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the XIX 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 scanner detected that the XIX file is unsafe, proceed as instructed by the antivirus program to neutralize the threat.

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

Did you receive the XIX 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 XIX 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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. 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 Microsoft IIS

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

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

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with IIS NNTP Subject Lists files and ensure security of your device and operating system. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle XIX files.

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