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Basic information about SBN file

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

There are 3 file types using the SBN file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the SBN file with their brief description and a list of programs that support SBN file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the SBN file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the SBN file?
  • How to open a SBN file?
  • What programs do I need to open a SBN file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a SBN file?
  • How to convert SBN files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to SBN file format?


1.Detail information about SBN file extension: Cisco IP Phone Firmware File

File type Cisco IP Phone Firmware File Category System Files
Developer Cisco Systems File format Binary
Description SBN file is a Cisco IP Phone Firmware File developed by Cisco Systems. Firmware file, or "image" file, used by Cisco IP (Internet Protocol) phones; contains data that controls the operation of the phone; used during the IP phone firmware upgrading process; usually distributed with a few other files in a firmware package.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SBN files

Windows		 Cisco Unified Communications Manager


2.Detail information about SBN file extension: GT-31 Binary Data File

File type GT-31 Binary Data File Category GIS Files
Developer LOCOSYS File format Binary
Description SBN file is a GT-31 Binary Data File developed by LOCOSYS.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SBN files

Windows		 LOCOSYS Technology NAViLink II


3.Detail information about SBN file extension: ESRI Spatial Binary File

File type ESRI Spatial Binary File Category GIS Files
Developer ESRI File format Binary
Description SBN file is a ESRI Spatial Binary File developed by ESRI.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert SBN files

Windows		 ESRI ArcGIS for Desktop
ArcGIS for Desktop Basic (ArcView)



Can't open a SBN 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.SBN”。

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 SBN extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the SBN 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.