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Basic information about CDM file

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

There are 5 file types using the CDM file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the CDM file with their brief description and a list of programs that support CDM file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the CDM file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the CDM file?
  • How to open a CDM file?
  • What programs do I need to open a CDM file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a CDM file?
  • How to convert CDM files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to CDM file format?


1.Detail information about CDM file extension: Minolta 3D Scanner File

File type Minolta 3D Scanner File Category 3D Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CDM file is a Minolta 3D Scanner File. The cdm file extension is associated with the Novell NetWare, a computer networking operating system. The .cdm file stores disk drivers NPA used by NetWare.

Novell was acquired by The Attachmate Group in 2011.

This cdm file type entry was marked as obsolete and no longer supported file format.

This type of file is no longer actively used and is most likely obsolete. This is typically the case for system files in old operating systems, file types from long discontinued software, or previous versions of certain file types (like documents, projects etc.) that were replaced in higher versions of their original programs.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDM files

Windows		 Rapidform Explorer (Geomagic Verify Viewer)


2.Detail information about CDM file extension: NTI CD-Maker Image

File type NTI CD-Maker Image Category Disk Image Files
Developer NTI File format Binary
Description CDM file is a NTI CD-Maker Image developed by NTI.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDM files

Windows		 NTI Media Maker Express
CD-Maker


3.Detail information about CDM file extension: Novell NetWare Disk Drivers NPA

File type Novell NetWare Disk Drivers NPA Category System Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CDM file is a Novell NetWare Disk Drivers NPA.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDM files


4.Detail information about CDM file extension: PowerDesigner Conceptual Model File

File type PowerDesigner Conceptual Model File Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CDM file is a PowerDesigner Conceptual Model File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDM files

Windows		 PowerDesigner


5.Detail information about CDM file extension: Visual DBASE Custom Data Module

File type Visual DBASE Custom Data Module Category Misc Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description CDM file is a Visual DBASE Custom Data Module.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert CDM files

Windows		 dBASE



Can't open a CDM 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.CDM”。

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 CDM extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the CDM 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.