Tips to open PCMI file
Can't open the PCMI file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open PCMI files as well as a list of programs that support PCMI files.
PCMI file extension
| File Name |
ABB PCM600 Pre-configured IED |
| File Developer |
ABB Group |
| File Category |
Misc Files |
The PCMI file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the PCMI files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the PCMI file on each system platform.
What is PCMI file?
The file in the PCMI format belongs to the Misc Files category. It was designed by ABB Group. Additionally, the Misc Files category contains 6033 of other files. ABB PCM600 Pre-configured IED is supported by 1 operating systems. 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 PCM600. This was created by ABB Group.
How to open PCMI file?
The most common problem when using ABB PCM600 Pre-configured IED is that a specific PCMI is not associated with the program. Thus, when you open PCMI, the program selection wizard or some other program starts. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the PCMI 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 PCM600
The first step is to check if the computer has the PCM600 program installed. This can be achieved by typing PCM600 into the operating system search engine. If it is not, installation may solve the problem, as most applications create file associations during installation. Below you will find a list of applications that support PCMI files.
Programs to open PCMI file
Remember to download programs supporting PCMI files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of PCM600 with PCMI files
If the application is or has been freshly installed, but the PCMI file still does not use the PCM600 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. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. 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. However, it is important to check the "Always use the selected program ..." box, this will allow you to permanently associate the PCMI file with the PCM600 application.
Step 3. Update PCM600 to the latest version
If, however, after binding PCM600 with ABB PCM600 Pre-configured IED 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 ABB Group page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the PCMI 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:
The affected file may be 0 KB or smaller than expected. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the PCMI file. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The most common cause here is computer viruses. Perform a virus scan using available and up-to-date anti-virus software. Alternatively, you can use the scanners available online. For the best results, we will scan the entire operating system, not just our PCMI file. As a result of the scan, sometimes it is not possible to recover PCMI files, which are deleted if there is a backup of this file, then after restoring it, it must also be scanned.
Older version of PCMI file may not always be supported by the latest software version. 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. Depending on the type of file, it is necessary to repair it accordingly. Some programs offer the option of recovering data from damaged PCMI files. You can restore the file from a backup or use ABB Group help.
The program can also signal the fact of encryption. The encrypted PCMI 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. The problem is only writing to the file, not reading it. Copying the PCMI file to another location will fix the problem.
This problem only occurs with more complex files. In this case, the PCMI file is blocked by the first application to open it. Just close unnecessary programs. Sometimes you have to wait for the session to the file PCMI to close. Antivirus programs or a backup being made may lock the file for a while without the user's knowledge. If the problem persists, restart the machine.
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