Tips to open BCK file
Can't open the BCK file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open BCK files as well as a list of programs that support BCK files.
BCK file extension
| File Name |
VMX Backup Format |
| File Developer |
HP |
| File Category |
Backup Files |
The BCK file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the BCK files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the BCK file on each system platform.
What is BCK file?
The BCK file has been categorized as Backup Files. It was designed by HP. Additionally, the Backup Files category contains 243 of other files. VMX Backup Format is most often found on 1 operating systems. Although it can be found with greater or lesser success on any operating system, it will only be useful on Windows. This file type can also be opened by 1 other programs. The Backup Express Pro programs will also handle the file when the OpenVMS program does not fulfill its role.
How to open BCK file?
The most common problem when using VMX Backup Format is that a specific BCK is not associated with the program. This is manifested by the fact that BCK files open in unusual applications or do not have an assigned program. This problem can be easily remedied.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the BCK file icon you want to open. If the operating system has an appropriate application to support it and there is also an association between the file and the program, the file should be opened.
Step 1. Install OpenVMS
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that OpenVMS is installed on the computer. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name OpenVMS in it. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below is a list of programs that support the file BCK.
Programs to open BCK file
Remember to download programs supporting BCK files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of OpenVMS with BCK files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the BCK file still does not use the OpenVMS program, it means no association. The association can be created using the drop-down list available by right-clicking on the file and selecting Properties. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Using the "Change" button we can select the desired program. If there is no software on the list, simply select "Browse" and manually select the directory where the application is installed. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the BCK file with the OpenVMS application.
Step 3. Update OpenVMS to the latest version
If, however, after binding OpenVMS with VMX Backup Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the BCK file
If the above steps do not help, you can assume that the file itself is not correct. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This suggests truncating the BCK file contents when downloading or copying. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A quick virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should clear up any doubts. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. However, it is important to scan the entire system, not only the file BCK or the program directory. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover BCK files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the BCK file. On their websites, developers usually offer free solutions to such problems, e.g. in the form of a conversion program or an older version of the program.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular BCK file corruption.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted BCK files can be used by the device on which they were encrypted, on any other device it is required to have the appropriate cryptographic key and decrypt the file before its recovery.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. It is best to move BCK to a different directory.
This problem usually affects more complex files. You may find that another program you are using is preventing you from working with the file. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the BCK file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the BCK file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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