Sorts of VIB Files

Main VIB Affiliation

.VIB

File Name:	.vib
Class:	Veeam Backup File

Veeam, a VM (virtual machine) recovery and backup software creates this type of backup file. It consists of the VM's complete backup recovery and compared to other related file, it's the largest.The file enables one to restore the machine from its last backup time.

Author:	Veeam Software
Kind:	Backup Files
Folder:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.vib

Software Programs That Open The Veeam Backup File:

Veeam Backup & Replication by Veeam Software

Windows

Alternative VIB Types

.VIB

File Name:	.vib
Class:	VMware vSphere Installation Bundle Package

Installation bundle package associated with vShere, an enhanced suite of tools for cloud computing, developed by the VMware.

Author:	VMware
Kind:	Compressed Files

Software Programs That Open VMware vSphere Installation Bundle Package Files:

vSphere by VMware

Compatible with:

Windows

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Troubleshooting Problems Opening VIB Files

Issues Opening VIB Files

Veeam Backup & Replication Not Present

You encounter an error message such as "- Can't Open VIB Files" when trying to open your VIB. When this happens, it is commonly due to Veeam Backup & Replication missing in - . The OS won't know what to do with your VIB file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.

Tip: When another VIB application is installed, you can choose to open it by selecting "Show Apps" and using that program.

Wrong Version of Veeam Backup & Replication is Installed

In other instances, your Veeam Backup File file version may not be supported by your version of Veeam Backup & Replication. Download the latest Veeam Backup & Replication version from the Veeam Software website to ensure you have the correct one installed. The primary cause of this problem is that your Veeam Backup File file was created by a different (newer) version of Veeam Backup & Replication than what's installed.

Tip: Sometimes you can get a clue about the version of VIB file you have by right clicking on the file, then clicking on "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac OSX).

Ultimately, most of the difficulties opening VIB files are due to having the wrong version of Veeam Backup & Replication installed.

More Causes of Problems Opening VIBs

In the majority of cases, installing the right version of Veeam Backup & Replication will resolve your issue. If you're still experiencing problems opening VIB files, there could be other computer problems. These issues include:

• File references in the Windows Registry for VIB are wrong
• Corruption of the VIB file description inside the Registry
• Corrupt install of Veeam Backup & Replication or other VIB-related program
• The VIB itself is corrupted
• The VIB is infected with a virus
• VIB-related hardware has device drivers that obsolete
• Windows has inadequate resources to open your Veeam Backup File file