Tips to open SBU file
Can't open the SBU file? You are not the only one. Thousands of users face similar problems every day. Below you will find tips on how to open SBU files as well as a list of programs that support SBU files.
SBU file extension
| File Name |
Samsung Kies Backup |
| File Developer |
Samsung Group |
| File Category |
Archive Files |
The SBU file is supported on 1 operating systems. Depending on your operating system, you may need different software to handle the SBU files. Below is a summary of the number of programs that support and open the SBU file on each system platform.
What is SBU file?
The file with the extension SBU is the Archive Files file type. The creator of this file is Samsung Group. In addition to this file, the Archive Files category includes 619 related files. Samsung Kies Backup is supported by 1 operating systems. The file will work on Windows systems, unfortunately not on others. The main program that supports this format is SBU Extractor. This was created by Lord Luncher. This file type can also be opened by 1 other programs. Samsung Kies will apply when it is not possible to use SBU Extractor.
How to open SBU file?
The most common problem when using Samsung Kies Backup is that a specific SBU is not associated with the program. This causes the file SBU to open by system applications not designed for this purpose, or to display a message that there is no associated program. This can be quickly resolved by following the instructions below.
The first thing you should do is just "doubleclick" on the SBU 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 SBU Extractor
In this case, you should first verify that the SBU Extractor application is installed on the computer. This can be achieved by typing SBU Extractor into the operating system search engine. In the absence of an appropriate program, its installation in the vast majority of cases will fix the problem. Below you will find a list of applications that support SBU files.
Programs to open SBU file
Remember to download programs supporting SBU files only from verified and safe sources. We suggest using the websites of software developers.
Step 2. Create association of SBU Extractor with SBU files
However, it may happen that the application itself does not cause the SBU file to open in the SBU Extractor application, but you can set it manually. This option is available from the level of Properties of a specific file available in the context menu. The window will show, among other things, the type of the file and the information by which the program is used to launch the file. Using the "Change" button we can set the program to handle this type. 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 SBU file with the SBU Extractor program.
Step 3. Update SBU Extractor to the latest version
The fault may also lie with the SBU Extractor program, it is possible that Samsung Kies 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 Lord Luncher page and install.
Step 4. Check for the following problems with the SBU 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 SBU file may be unusually small compared to the original file. This is most often caused by a problem while downloading the SBU file. The only repair option is to download the file again.
The operating system may be infected with a computer virus. A virus scan using an up-to-date antivirus program should fix the problem. Some antivirus vendors also provide free online scanners. The scan should cover the entire computer, not only the SBU file that we want to open. Sometimes virus-infected SBU files cannot be recovered, so make a backup in advance.
Older version of SBU file may not always be supported by the latest software version. These problems are known and are often very easy to fix using the software developers's website.
The file may be corrupted in a number of ways. The repair method must be adapted to the type of file and damage. Sometimes the program itself has options to repair the most popular SBU file corruption. The easiest way to restore the file is from a backup or by contacting Samsung Group, but this one can be expensive. Not all damage can be reversed.
The program indicates that the file is encrypted or corrupted. The encrypted file SBU 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 SBU 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. Running programs (including those in the background) should be verified. Sometimes it is necessary to wait a while before referencing the SBU file again. However, some background programs may block the SBU file while scanning. If nothing helps, please reset the device.
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