Sources of BDR Problems
Issues Opening BDR Files
Microsoft Exchange Server Isn't There
You encounter an error message such as "%%os%% Can't Open BDR Files" when trying to open your BDR. If so, it typically means that you don't have Microsoft Exchange Server installed for %%os%%. The typical path of opening your BDR with a double-click won't work because %%os%% cannot make the program connection.
Tip: If you know of another program that can open your BDR file, you can try opening it by selecting the application from the programs listed.
Microsoft Exchange Server is Out-of-Date
Sometimes your installed version of Microsoft Exchange Server won't support your Exchange Non-Delivery Report Body File file. Visit the Microsoft Corporation website to download (or purchase) the latest version of Microsoft Exchange Server. This problem is most common when you have an older version of the software application, and your file was created by a newer version that it cannot recognize.
Tip: Investigate your BDR file by right-clicking and selecting "Properties" to find clues on what version you need.
Summary: In either case, the majority of problems opening BDR files are related to not having the correct software application installed on your computer.
Other BDR File Opening Causes
Even with the correct version of Microsoft Exchange Server installed, you can still experience difficulties opening BDRs. If you are continuing to have errors with loading BDR files, other external issues might be to blame. These other problems include (listed in order from most to least common):
- Windows Registry BDR file paths that are incorrect
- Corruption of the BDR file description inside the Registry
- Partial installation of Microsoft Exchange Server that did not fully complete
- The BDR itself is corrupted
- Your BDR has adversely impacted by malware
- Drivers associated with BDR software need to be updated
- Insufficient system resources to successfully open Exchange Non-Delivery Report Body File files
Quiz: Which file extension is an archive file?
That's Correct!
A SIT file was created by Smith Micro Systems for use with the Macintosh operating system. Now, it is considered "cross-platform", working on multiple operating systems including Windows, Macintosh, Android, iOS, and others.
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A SIT file was created by Smith Micro Systems for use with the Macintosh operating system. Now, it is considered "cross-platform", working on multiple operating systems including Windows, Macintosh, Android, iOS, and others.