Basic information about DSK file

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

There are 11 file types using the DSK file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the DSK file with their brief description and a list of programs that support DSK file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the DSK file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the DSK file?
  • How to open a DSK file?
  • What programs do I need to open a DSK file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a DSK file?
  • How to convert DSK files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to DSK file format?


1.Detail information about DSK file extension: WinImage Disk Image File

File type WinImage Disk Image File Category Disk Image Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DSK file is a WinImage Disk Image File. The dsk file extension is also associated with WinImage, a fully-fledged disk-imaging suite for Microsoft Windows used for easy creation, reading and editing of many image formats and fileystems.

This type of .dsk files stores disk image created by WinImage.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSK files

Windows		 WinImage


2.Detail information about DSK file extension: Disk Image

File type Disk Image Category Disk Image Files
Developer N/A File format Binary
Description DSK file is a Disk Image.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSK files

Windows		 Gilles Vollant WinImage
SoftAmbulance Partition Doctor
PowerISO
R-Tools Technology R-Studio
Apple2 Oasis
AppleWin
ISOBuster

macOS
 Apple Disk Utility


3.Detail information about DSK file extension: Borland Project Desktop File

File type Borland Project Desktop File Category Developer Files
Developer Borland File format N/A
Description DSK file is a Borland Project Desktop File developed by Borland.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSK files

Windows		 Embarcadero Delphi


4.Detail information about DSK file extension: Simple IDs Database

File type Simple IDs Database Category Database Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DSK file is a Simple IDs Database.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSK files

Windows		 DSKE Simple IDs


5.Detail information about DSK file extension: Novell NetWare Disk Driver

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


6.Detail information about DSK file extension: ZX Spectrum Emulator File

File type ZX Spectrum Emulator File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DSK file is a ZX Spectrum Emulator File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSK files

Linux		 XZX-Pro


7.Detail information about DSK file extension: VMware Virtual Disk File

File type VMware Virtual Disk File Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DSK file is a VMware Virtual Disk File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSK files

Windows		 VMware Workstation


8.Detail information about DSK file extension: MSX-DOS Disk Image

File type MSX-DOS Disk Image Category Backup Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DSK file is a MSX-DOS Disk Image.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSK files


9.Detail information about DSK file extension: Lotus Notes Design Elements

File type Lotus Notes Design Elements Category Developer Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DSK file is a Lotus Notes Design Elements.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSK files

Windows		 IBM Notes (Lotus Notes)


10.Detail information about DSK file extension: SHARP MZ-series Emulator File

File type SHARP MZ-series Emulator File Category Game Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DSK file is a SHARP MZ-series Emulator File.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSK files


11.Detail information about DSK file extension: Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Backup

File type Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Backup Category Backup Files
Developer N/A File format N/A
Description DSK file is a Microsoft Windows XP System Restore Backup.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert DSK files

Windows		 Microsoft Windows XP Professional



How to convert DSK files to another file format?

There are 3 records in our database eligible for DSK files to another file format conversion. If you want to achieve DSK to another files conversion, you may use the option.

DSK to BIN DSK to OVA DSK to VHD


How to convert another files to DSK file format?

There are 3 records in our database eligible for another files to DSK file format conversion. If you want to achieve another files to DSK conversion, you may use the option.

VMDK to DSK BIN to DSK OVF to DSK


Can't open a DSK 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.DSK”。

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 DSK extension without any issue.


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

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

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

If the DSK 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.