VDI file – What is it? How to open such file? Solutions to problems with VDI files
Unknown file extension can be a source of various problems. However, identifying the causes of problems with VDI files and addressing them isn’t necessary a complicated process. This article will describe 5 simple steps that will let you address problems with VDI files.
- 1. VDI File Extension
- 2. What is a(n) VDI file?
- 3. How to open VDI file?
- 3.1 Find and download then install appropriate software
- 3.2 Verify whether the VDI file is not infected with malware
- 3.3 Verify whether the VDI files is complete, that is, was it downloaded properly
- 3.4 Verify whether VDI files are associated with proper software
- 3.5 Verify whether the storage medium on which the VDI files is stored is not damaged or corrupted
- 4. Similar file extensions
VDI File Extension
- File type VirtualBox Virtual Disk Image
- File developer Oracle
- File category Disk Image Files
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What is a(n) VDI file?
The VDI (VirtualBox Virtual Disk Image) file format is a container file used to store virtual hard disk drives for Oracle VM VirtualBox. These files usually have the .vdi extension and typically contain a full copy of a hard drive, including the operating system and other related data. VDI files can be used to recreate an entire computer system in a virtual environment.
VDI files are cross-platform compatible and are used by Oracle VM VirtualBox software to run virtual machines on Windows, MacOS, and Linux-based PCs. It’s also possible to mount existing virtual hard disks such as QCOW2, VHD, and Parallels disk images files on Oracle VM VirtualBox.
How to open VDI file?
Step 1. Find and download then install appropriate software
Typically in order to open .VDI files it is sufficient to follow these simple steps: find, download, and install appropriate software. Then, by double-clicking on the file icon, open the file. System should automatically associate VDI file with appropriate software. Below is the list of programs required to open files with VDI extension:
Programs that support VDI files
Step 2. Verify whether the VDI file is not infected with malware
If given file with VDI extension is not infected, it is possible that the antivirus software is blocking access to the file. User should take necessary precautions and follow the steps suggested by the system. After recovering or removing the infected file it is recommended to scan the entire system for viruses. Yo will have to acquire a new, clean version of VDI file.
Hint!
Be advised that you can always consult an IT expert for help. Some problems with VDI files can be hard to solve for less sophisticated users. Also, you can ask for help one of the developers of software that supports files with VDI extension. In order to do so, go to software’s subpage and search for software’s developer website address
Step 3. Verify whether the VDI files is complete, that is, was it downloaded properly
If the VDI file has not been downloaded properly it is not possible for the software to open such file. Check the file size in the location from where you downloaded the file in question. If the size of the original file differs from the size of downloaded VDI file, you will have to download the file again.
Step 4. Verify whether VDI files are associated with proper software
If the system registry has no entry related to default program that should be used to open VDI files, even though given program is installed on the system, then VDI files must be associated with the application in question.
Associating files with applications is performed similarly regardless of the type of system and consists in selecting an application which should be used for opening given type of files. In order to associate VDI files with given application, right-click the file icon and select form the context menu "Open with" option, which will display a list of suggested programs. Select your program from the list. If the application is not on the list, use the "Browse" button and point to the location of the application. Checking "Always use selected application to open this kind of files" option will set selected application as the default application for opening given files.
Step 5. Verify whether the storage medium on which the VDI files is stored is not damaged or corrupted
It is possible that the storage medium on which the file is located is damaged or corrupted. Try scanning the storage medium for errors.
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