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Basic information about IVA file

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

There are 2 file types using the IVA file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the IVA file with their brief description and a list of programs that support IVA file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the IVA file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the IVA file?
  • How to open a IVA file?
  • What programs do I need to open a IVA file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a IVA file?
  • How to convert IVA files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to IVA file format?


1.Detail information about IVA file extension: Surveillance Video File

File type Surveillance Video File Category Video Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description IVA file is a Surveillance Video File. Video format used by multiple video surveillance systems; typically contains video recordings captured on closed-circuit television (CCTV) devices; may be saved as a backup file, which can usually be viewed with the software included with the video camera system.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IVA files

Windows		 HiSystem DVR System Plus
INTOTECH SmartDVR Formula
Silicon DSS Backup Manager


2.Detail information about IVA file extension: Dementia.4207 Virus File

File type Dementia.4207 Virus File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description IVA file is a Dementia.4207 Virus File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert IVA files

Windows		 Should not be opened



Can't open a IVA 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.IVA”。

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 IVA extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the IVA 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.