Tips to open ISMV file

Can't open the ISMV file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open ISMV files as well as a list of programs that support ISMV files.

ISMV file extension

File Name IIS Smooth Streaming Video Format
File Developer Microsoft
File Category Video Files

The ISMV file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the ISMV files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the ISMV file on each system platform.

Operating systems
  • 3
  • 0
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What is ISMV file?

The file with the extension ISMV is the Video Files file type. The author of this format is Microsoft. Video Files consists of 546 similar files. IIS Smooth Streaming Video Format appears on 1 operating systems as a functional file. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. It is recommended to use Microsoft IIS to handle this file. This is a program created by Microsoft Corporation. This file type can also be opened by 2 other programs. Microsoft Silverlight, Smooth Streaming will apply when it is not possible to use Microsoft IIS.

How to open ISMV file?

The most common problem when using IIS Smooth Streaming Video Format is that a specific ISMV is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open ISMV, 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 ISMV 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 IIS

The first step is to check if the computer has the Microsoft IIS program installed. The easiest method is to use the system search engine by entering the program name Microsoft IIS in it. If we do not have this program, it is worth installing it, as it will help you automatically associate the file ISMV with Microsoft IIS. Below is a list of programs that support the file ISMV.

Step 2. Create association of Microsoft IIS with ISMV files

If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the ISMV file still does not use the Microsoft IIS program, it means no association. It is most convenient to call the context menu with the right mouse button and select Properties. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. 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 ISMV file with the Microsoft IIS program.

Step 3. Update Microsoft IIS to the latest version

The fault may also lie with the Microsoft IIS program, it is possible that IIS Smooth Streaming Video Format requires a newer version of the program. This can be done using the application (if it provides such options) or from the Microsoft Corporation website and install the latest version.

Step 4. Check for the following problems with the ISMV file

Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. This could be due to the file itself, the cleanest issues are:

Very often, the file may be size 0 or incomplete. This suggests truncating the ISMV file contents when downloading or copying. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our ISMV file. However, remember that not every infected ISMV file can be recovered, so it is important to take care of regular backups.
This can happen especially when the program is dynamically developed and the structure of the ISMV files changes over time. 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. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged ISMV files. The easiest way is to restore the file from a backup, if there is one, or contact Microsoft
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted file ISMV 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.
The operating system protects files in some locations (e.g. the root of the system partition) against unauthorized access. While there is usually no problem reading such a file, it may not be possible to save it. If possible, you can try to move the ISMV file to another location.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. Some file types can only be opened in one program at a time. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file ISMV to close. Some anti-virus or backup software may occupy the ISMV file for a certain period of time. If nothing helps, please reset the device.