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Basic information about DSN file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension DSN（*.DSN or *.dsn）, 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 DSN file yourself.

There are 7 file types using the DSN file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the DSN file with their brief description and a list of programs that support DSN file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the DSN file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the DSN file?
  • How to open a DSN file?
  • What programs do I need to open a DSN file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a DSN file?
  • How to convert DSN files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to DSN file format?


1.Detail information about DSN file extension: Database Source Name File

File type Database Source Name File Category Database Files
Developer N/A File format Text
Description DSN file is a Database Source Name File. A DSN file is a data file used by various database client programs to connect to a database. It describes properties, such as the data source name and directory, the connection driver, the server address, user ID, and password. DSN files are used by ODBC drivers to connect to a specified database, such as a SQL Server or Microsoft Access database.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSN files

Windows		 Microsoft ODBC Data Source Administrator
Microsoft Access
Microsoft SQL Server

macOS		 Apple ODBC Administrator


2.Detail information about DSN file extension: OrCAD Design File

File type OrCAD Design File Category CAD Files
Developer Cadence Design Systems File format Binary
Description DSN file is a OrCAD Design File developed by Cadence Design Systems.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSN files

Windows		 Cadence OrCAD PCB Designer
Altium Designer


3.Detail information about DSN file extension: SureThing Office Labeler Document File

File type SureThing Office Labeler Document File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DSN file is a SureThing Office Labeler Document File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSN files

Windows		 SureThing CD Labeler


4.Detail information about DSN file extension: CD Stomper Pro File

File type CD Stomper Pro File Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DSN file is a CD Stomper Pro File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSN files

Windows		 Click’N Design


5.Detail information about DSN file extension: ISIS Schematic Capture Schematic Data

File type ISIS Schematic Capture Schematic Data Category Data Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DSN file is a ISIS Schematic Capture Schematic Data.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSN files


6.Detail information about DSN file extension: SPECCTRA Design

File type SPECCTRA Design Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DSN file is a SPECCTRA Design.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSN files


7.Detail information about DSN file extension: Proteus Design Suite Electronics Design

File type Proteus Design Suite Electronics Design Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DSN file is a Proteus Design Suite Electronics Design.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSN files

Windows		 Proteus Design Suite



How to convert DSN files to another file format?

There are 5 records in our database eligible for DSN files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve DSN to another files conversion, you may use the option.

DSN to BRD DSN to OPJ DSN to PCB DSN to PDF
DSN to STD


How to convert another files to DSN file format?

There are 4 records in our database eligible for another files to DSN file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to DSN conversion, you may use the option.

PDSPRJ to DSN OPJ to DSN STD to DSN SCH to DSN


Can't open a DSN 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.DSN”。

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 DSN extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support DSN 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 DSN 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 DSN file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a DSN 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 DSN file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

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

If the DSN 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.