Tips to open DBC file
Can't open the DBC file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open DBC files as well as a list of programs that support DBC files.
DBC file extension
| File Name |
OrCAD Capture CIS Database Configuration Format |
| File Category |
Database Files |
The DBC file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the DBC files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the DBC file on each system platform.
What is DBC file?
The DBC file has been categorized as Database Files. In addition to this file, the Database Files category includes 403 related files. OrCAD Capture CIS Database Configuration Format appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. These systems consist of Windows, although it may occasionally be found on another system, it will be non-functional. The main program that supports this format is OrCAD PCB Designer. This was created by Cadence Design Systems, Inc..
How to open DBC file?
The most common problem when using OrCAD Capture CIS Database Configuration Format is that a specific DBC is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open DBC, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. How to solve such a problem?
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the DBC 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 OrCAD PCB Designer
The first step is to check if the computer has the OrCAD PCB Designer program installed. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name OrCAD PCB Designer in it. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below is a list of programs that support the file DBC.
Programs to open DBC file
Remember to download programs supporting DBC files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of OrCAD PCB Designer with DBC files
If, despite the installed application, the DBC file does not start in the OrCAD PCB Designer application, you must create a file association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. Information about the file and the program that the file is associated with are available here. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. It may happen that in the next window there will be no appropriate program - however, this can be corrected with the "Browse" option where you should manually indicate the program location. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the DBC file with the OrCAD PCB Designer program.
Step 3. Update OrCAD PCB Designer to the latest version
If, however, after binding OrCAD PCB Designer with OrCAD Capture CIS Database Configuration Format there were still problems, you should update the program to the latest version. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the Cadence Design Systems, Inc. page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the DBC file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:
The DBC file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the DBC file. The file should be downloaded again, making sure that the process has finished correctly.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our DBC file. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover DBC 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 DBC file. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for the failure. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular DBC file corruption. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact N/A
When reading, a message appears that the file was encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file DBC except for the special designation, works normally, but only on the device where it was encrypted, before transferring it to another machine, decryption is required.
Some operating systems do not allow file operations in certain locations, eg in system directories or directly on the system drive. These directories are write-protected to them and it's very hard to fix this problem. If possible, you can try to move the DBC file to another location.
This problem usually affects more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the DBC file for a certain period of time. If this does not work either, restart the device.
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