File extension .XVA
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Citrix Xen Virtual Appliance Format | Citrix | Disk Image Files |
XVA ( XVA) is a compact and portable file format used to store both the "state" of an entire virtual machine as well as all its files and data configurations.
XVA was originally developed by Citrix Systems for its XenServer, a commercial virtualization platform. It is also supported by VMware vSphere, but not by some of the other major virtualization providers like Microsoft Hyper-V. XVA files are based on XML, so they are text files with specific structure. The contents of an XVA file encapsulates all the information required to restore and use the virtual machine without any additional dependencies.
The XVA file system is similar to other popular container formats such as OVA, VMDK, VHD, VHDX. These container formats store an entire virtual machine's data into a single file package. However, because XVA files were designed with XenServer in mind, they prioritize portability over performance.
Advantages of Using XVA Files
XVA files offer several important advantages for users who primarily run XenServer. The main benefit of using this type of Virtual Appliance File is that it makes it much easier to move virtual machines between different instances or versions of XenServer. Whereas other container formats may be limited to running in the same version of the virtualization platform, XVA files makes it easy to upgrade or migrate older virtual machines quickly and easily.
Limitation of XVA Format
The biggest limitation of using the XVA format is that it is not compatible with other virtualization platforms like VMware or Microsoft Hyper-V. As a result, users who wish to transfer virtual machines between two different platforms will need to use an intermediary format such as OVF or VMDK.
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .XVA) 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 .XVA 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 .XVA 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 .XVA 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 .XVA extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .XVA file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .XVA 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 .XVA file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .XVA file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .XVA file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
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