Tips to open OBAK file
Can't open the OBAK file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open OBAK files as well as a list of programs that support OBAK files.
OBAK file extension
| File Name |
WinSQL Offline Backup |
| File Developer |
SYNAMETIRCS |
| File Category |
Archive Files |
The OBAK file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the OBAK files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the OBAK file on each system platform.
What is OBAK file?
The file in the OBAK format belongs to the Archive Files category. It was designed by SYNAMETIRCS. Additionally, the Archive Files category contains 619 of other files. WinSQL Offline Backup 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. The WinSQL application is recommended to open the file. It was released by SYNAMETIRCS.
How to open OBAK file?
An often recurring problem with WinSQL Offline Backup is that OBAK is not associated with the correct program file. Thus, when you open OBAK, 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 OBAK 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 WinSQL
An often overlooked issue is to make sure that WinSQL is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing WinSQL into the operating system search engine. 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 OBAK.
Programs to open OBAK file
Remember to download programs supporting OBAK files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of WinSQL with OBAK files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the OBAK file still does not use the WinSQL program, it means no association. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The displayed window will contain information about the program that supports this type of file. 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 OBAK file with the WinSQL application.
Step 3. Update WinSQL to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the WinSQL program, it is possible that WinSQL Offline Backup requires a newer version of the program. Some applications allow you to update from the program level, and for others you need to download the installer from the SYNAMETIRCS page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the OBAK file
Of course, it may happen that despite the above steps, the file still does not work. The most common file problems are:
The OBAK file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the OBAK file. Downloading the file again should fix the problem.
The computer may have fallen victim to a computer virus or hacker. 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 OBAK file. Sometimes virus-infected OBAK files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
A typical compatibility error - the program does not support the older version of the OBAK file. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
There can be many reasons for this. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular OBAK file corruption. You can restore the file from a backup or use SYNAMETIRCS help.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted OBAK 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 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. It is best to move OBAK 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. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. If the error persists after closing other programs, wait for a while. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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