Sorts of VSV Files

Principal VSV Type

.VSV

File Ext:	.vsv
Class:	Virtual Machine Saved State File

The VSV file is a data file created by Windows Virtual PC and Virtual Server emulation applications.The VSV file saves the state of the virtual machine's memory, which includes the running applications and opened data.The VSV file enables users to save VM snapshots and revert back to the exact state as they were saved.VSV files are not opened directly by the user. They are referenced by .VMC files, which include a reference to the latest saved state file.

Created by:	Microsoft Corporation
Kind:	Data Files
Key:	HKEY_CLASSES_ROOT\.vsv

Software Programs That Open The Virtual Machine Saved State File:

Windows Virtual PC by Microsoft Corporation

Windows

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VSV File Complications

Troubles Opening VSV Files

Missing Windows Virtual PC

You encounter an error message such as "%%os%% Can't Open VSV Files" when trying to open your VSV. If this is the case, it's usually due to the fact that you do not have Windows Virtual PC for %%os%% installed on your computer. The OS won't know what to do with your VSV file, so double-clicking to load the file doesn't work.

Tip: When you have another program installed that you know will open your VSV, you can select it from the other programs listed (see "Show Apps").

Windows Virtual PC is Out-of-Date

Occasionally, you might have an outdated version of Windows Virtual PC installed that's incompatible with your Virtual Machine Saved State File type. You will need to download a newer version of Windows Virtual PC if you don't have the right version. Your Virtual Machine Saved State File file was probably created by a newer release of Windows Virtual PC than what's currently installed your computer.

Tip: If you right-click on your VSV file, then select "Properties" (Windows) or "Get Info" (Mac), you can obtain hints about what version you need.

Summary: In either case, the majority of problems opening VSV files are related to not having the correct software application installed on your computer.

Associated Difficulties Loading VSV Files

Errors opening Virtual Machine Saved State File files can still occur even with the latest Windows Virtual PC software installed on your computer. If you are still having problems opening VSV files, there may be other issues that are preventing you from opening these files. Additional factors include:

• Windows Registry VSV file paths that are incorrect
• Accidental deletion of the description of the VSV file in the Windows registry
• Incomplete or bad installation of a software application associated with the VSV format
• Your VSV file is corrupted (issues with your Virtual Machine Saved State File file itself)
• Malware-tainted VSV file can't be opened
• Device drivers for VSV-related hardware are out-of-date
• Windows cannot load your Virtual Machine Saved State File file due to insufficient resources (eg. RAM)