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Basic information about CPQ file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension CPQ（*.CPQ or *.cpq）, you do not need a computer expert. In most cases, using the helpful suggestions of experts contained in our website as well as appropriate programs, you can solve the problem with the CPQ file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the CPQ file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the CPQ file with their brief description and a list of programs that support CPQ file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the CPQ file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the CPQ file?
  • How to open a CPQ file?
  • What programs do I need to open a CPQ file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a CPQ file?
  • How to convert CPQ files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to CPQ file format?


1.Detail information about CPQ file extension: Compaq OEM Disc Configuration File

File type Compaq OEM Disc Configuration File Category System Files
Developer Compaq File format Text
Description CPQ file is a Compaq OEM Disc Configuration File developed by Compaq. File found on Compaq OEM system restore discs, which are called Compaq Restore Plus! CDs; uses the filename OSLANG.CPQ and contains configuration information for restoring the original Windows operating system on the computer.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CPQ files

Windows		 Microsoft Notepad
Other text editor



Can't open a CPQ file?

When you click a file to open it, operating system examines the filename extension. If operating system recognizes the filename extension, it opens the file in the program that is associated with that filename extension. When operating system does not recognize a filename extension, you receive the following message:

”Can't open this file: example.CPQ”。

To open this file, you install one of the applications from the list of software programs that you found here, you should be able to open, edit or convert the file with the CPQ extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support CPQ file?

If you do not know where you can download the application from our list, click on the link (which is the name of the program), you will find more information there on the location where to download the required application. Most often they are the websites of software manufacturers.


How to change file associations?

  • Right-click a file with the extension whose association you want to change, and then click "Open With".
  • In the "Open With" dialog box, click the program whith which you want the file to open, or click "Browse" to locate the program that you want.
  • Select the ”Always use the selected program to open this kind of file” check box.


Can I change the extension of CPQ files?

Changing the filename extension of a file is not a good idea. When you change a file's extension, you change the way programs on your computer read/open the file. The problem is, changing the file extension does not change the file format. Select a software program from our list and install it on your computer. If the file has not opened correctly, you have to look for a different software program from our list. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.


What else may cause problems width open a CPQ file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a CPQ file on your computer may be at least several. The easiest thing is to find a suitable application installed on your computer, which will open a CPQ file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the CPQ file is damaged.
  • Whether the CPQ file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the CPQ file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the CPQ file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the CPQ file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a CPQ file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a CPQ file.

If the CPQ file still not working with your software after eliminating the above shortcomings? That means that the problem is more complex and requires the help of a specialist.