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Open VHDX File

The .VHDX file extension is primarily associated with Windows Virtual Hard Drive files. This article will delve into the common use of .VHDX files.

VHDX as Windows Virtual Hard Drive Files

Microsoft introduced the VHDX file format in Windows Server 2012. It's an improvement over the older VHD format, supporting up to 64 TB of storage, protection against power failures, and improved alignment for physical disk sectors. This format is commonly used for virtual machines in Microsoft's Hyper-V virtualization solution, but can also be used as a mountable drive for disk backup and other purposes.

Opening VHDX Files

VHDX files can be opened using Microsoft's Hyper-V Manager on systems running Windows Server or Windows 10 Pro and Enterprise editions. Additionally, disk tools like DiskInternals VMFS Recovery can open VHDX files, and Windows File Recovery can be used to recover lost data from VHDX files.

VHDX File Important Information

The .VHDX file extension is primarily used for virtual hard drive files in Microsoft's Hyper-V solution. It represents an improvement over the older VHD format, offering larger capacity, better data protection, and improved physical disk alignment. To open these files, use the Hyper-V Manager on supported Windows systems or other appropriate disk tools. Always exercise caution when downloading files from untrusted sources to protect your system and data.

How Can I Open VHDX File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open VHDX file is to find a VHDX file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a VHDX file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open VHDX file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as VHDX file opener then try to search online for "VHDX viewer", "application to open VHDX file" or "open VHDX file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open VHDX file

How Can I Open VHDX File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a VHDX file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a VHDX file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with VHDX file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as VHDX file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open VHDX file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open VHDX file then try to search for "VHDX viewer", "application to open VHDX file" or "read VHDX file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read VHDX file

How Can I Open VHDX File on Android

If you downloaded a VHDX file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded VHDX file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "VHDX".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "VHDX viewer", "VHDX file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open VHDX File on iPhone or iPad

To open VHDX File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the VHDX file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "VHDX". This way you can find apps which can open VHDX files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "VHDX viewer" or "VHDX file" online in your favorite search engine.

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