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Basic information about 212 file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension 212（*.212 or *.212）, 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 212 file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the 212 file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the 212 file with their brief description and a list of programs that support 212 file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the 212 file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the 212 file?
  • How to open a 212 file?
  • What programs do I need to open a 212 file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a 212 file?
  • How to convert 212 files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to 212 file format?


1.Detail information about 212 file extension: ASUS BIOS Update

File type ASUS BIOS Update Category System Files
Developer ASUS File format N/A
Description 212 file is a ASUS BIOS Update developed by ASUS. The 212 file extension is used by ASUS for files that contain certain version of update for the BIOS of various notebooks and other computers marketed by the company.

212 in the extension refers to the version of the BIOS.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert 212 files

Windows		 Windows BIOS Flash Utility



Can't open a 212 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.212”。

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 212 extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support 212 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 212 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 212 file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a 212 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 212 file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the 212 file is damaged.
  • Whether the 212 file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the 212 file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the 212 file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the 212 file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a 212 file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a 212 file.

If the 212 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.