File extension .VHDX
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 8 Hyper-V Virtual Hard Disk Format | Microsoft | Disk Image Files |
The VHDX file extension is a Windows 8 virtual hard drive file used by Microsoft's Hyper-V virtualization software. This type of file contains all the data of a virtual machine emulator, including the virtual hard disk drive and its settings. As a result, users can share virtual machines with the same configuration, making backup and restore of the VHDX files easier.
Data Storage Structure
A Virtual Hard Disk ( VHD) or Virtual Hard Disk eXtensible ( VHDX) file contains one or multiple data storage areas, known as virtual hard disk blocks. Each block contains data from the user's virtual machine system in a single storage container. Data stored in a VHDX file may include application programs, operating system files, and other related data. Furthermore, the VHDX files also contain disk images from physical hard disks, allowing users to quickly create virtual machines.
Compatibility
The VHDX file format is only compatible with Windows versions 8 and later. It replaces the earlier VHD file format as Microsoft's primary virtual disk image format, providing better performance and enhanced features such as resiliency to corruption during unexpected power failures. Users who wish to use an older version of Windows should make sure they convert their VHDX files into a compatible VHD, VMDK, or VBOX format before attempting to access them on their earlier version of Windows.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .VHDX) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .VHDX extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .VHDX file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .VHDX extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .VHDX extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .VHDX file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .VHDX file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .VHDX file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .VHDX file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .VHDX file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
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Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
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