Tips to open DRI file
Can't open the DRI file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open DRI files as well as a list of programs that support DRI files.
DRI file extension
| File Name |
Microsoft SQL Server Replication |
| File Developer |
Microsoft Corporation |
| File Category |
Misc Files |
The DRI file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the DRI files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the DRI file on each system platform.
What is DRI file?
The file in the DRI format belongs to the Misc Files category. The author of this format is Microsoft Corporation. Misc Files consists of 6033 similar files. Microsoft SQL Server Replication is most often found on 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The Microsoft SQL Server application is recommended to open the file. It was released by Microsoft Corporation.
How to open DRI file?
An often recurring problem with Microsoft SQL Server Replication is that DRI is not associated with the correct program file. This is manifested by the fact that DRI 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 DRI 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 Microsoft SQL Server
The first step is to check if the computer has the Microsoft SQL Server program installed. To do this, enter the name Microsoft SQL Server into the system search engine. 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 DRI.
Programs to open DRI file
Remember to download programs supporting DRI files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of Microsoft SQL Server with DRI files
If, despite the installed application, the DRI file does not start in the Microsoft SQL Server application, you must create a file 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. Changes can be made using the "Change" button. The program should be visible in the window, otherwise it should be selected manually using the "Browse" button and the program installation directory should be indicated. Checking the "Always use the selected program ..." box will permanently associate the DRI file with the Microsoft SQL Server program.
Step 3. Update Microsoft SQL Server to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the Microsoft SQL Server program, it is possible that Microsoft SQL Server Replication requires a newer version of the program. In this case, use the Microsoft Corporation website or update the program from the application.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the DRI file
The problem may also be with the file itself if the above steps don't work. The most common file problems are:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the DRI file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the DRI file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected DRI files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the DRI 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. Repairing is very dependent on the file type. Some programs offer the ability to automatically repair DRI file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use Microsoft Corporation help.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted DRI 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.
Some of the system directories are excluded from modification. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. Copying the DRI file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem only occurs with 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 DRI file again. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the DRI file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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