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3 steps to open file with NRG extension

Usually solving problems with NRG file is simple – just install proper software and open the file. Read the guide and open NRG file now!

  1. 1. NRG File Extension
  2. 2. What is a(n) NRG file?
  3. 3. How to open NRG file?
    1. 3.1 Install a program that supports NRG files
    2. 3.2 Find and download proper software
      1. 3.2.1 Programs that support files with NRG extension
    3. 3.3 Check the NRG file for errors
  4. 4. Similar file extensions

NRG File Extension

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  • File type Nero CD/DVD Image Format
  • File developer Nero
  • File category Disk Image Files
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What is a(n) NRG file?

NRG (Nero CD/DVD Image Format) is a disk image file that stores the content of a CD-ROM, DVD, or Blu-Ray disc. The file is written in a format specific to Nero Burning ROM software, and stores not only the raw data from the disc, but also a digital signature that helps to prevent unauthorized copying of the contents. This signature may not be visible when the file is opened in other programs.

NRG files are created by Nero Burning ROM software to ‘burn’ CDs and DVDs and write data to them. They are also used to create backup images of the disc, allowing users to restore it to its original state if something goes wrong. NRG files are supported by most disk imaging applications.

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How to open NRG file?

There could be multiple reasons for which the system does not support given file. In the case of NRG extension, it is probable that none of the installed programs support given file type. Therefore, user should undertake the following steps

Step 1: Install a program that supports NRG files

If an application that supports NRG files is installed on user’s system, but is not used to open such files by default, right-click on the file icon and choose "Open with" option from the menu. Next, select the proper application and check the "Always use the selected application to open this kind of files" box. The system will store this information in its registry and use the selected program to open files with NRG extension by default.

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For Mac OS users the procedure is analogous – open the file menu by right-clicking on the NRG file and choose "Information" option and select "Open with program" option. From the submenu select an application and click on "Change all" button.

Step 2: Find and download proper software

Inability to open NRG files may also be related to the lack of any application that supports given file being installed on the system. Should that be the case, user needs to download and install one of the following applications. Once installed, the system will automatically associate newly installed application with NRG files. If this step fails, see step 1.

Programs that support files with NRG extension

Windows programs
Windows
MAC OS programs
MAC OS
Linux programs
Linux

Step 3: Check the NRG file for errors

Sometimes, although relatively rarely, steps 1 and 2 might not lead to expected results. There can be several reasons for such situation to occur:

  • NRG file has been downloaded from the internet but for some reason it is incomplete. In such case the file should be re-downloaded and opened again.
  • Structure of given NRG file could be corrupted and as such the program is not able to open the file
  • Storage medium on which the file was stored is damaged
  • It is important to ascertain that the icon representing given file is not a shortcut a related NRG file no longer present in the location to which the shortcut points
  • If the user account has restricted access privileges it is advised to contact the system administrator or an IT expert

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