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Basic information about Z17 file

When there is a problem with opening files with the file extension Z17（*.Z17 or *.z17）, 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 Z17 file yourself.

There are 1 file types using the Z17 file extension in our database. In the further part of this page, you will find detail information about all the Z17 file with their brief description and a list of programs that support Z17 file sorted by operating systems. The table below provides useful information about the Z17 file extension. It answers questions such as:
  • What is the Z17 file?
  • How to open a Z17 file?
  • What programs do I need to open a Z17 file?
  • What programs help to create and edit a Z17 file?
  • How to convert Z17 files to another file format?
  • How to convert another files to Z17 file format?


1.Detail information about Z17 file extension: Split Multi-volume ZIP Compressed File Archive (part 18)

File type Split Multi-volume ZIP Compressed File Archive (part 18) Category Backup Files
Developer WinZip Computing, S.L. File format N/A
Description Z17 file is a Split Multi-volume ZIP Compressed File Archive (part 18) developed by WinZip Computing, S.L.. Z17 is a file extension commonly associated with Split Multi-volume ZIP Compressed Format Archive (part 18) files. WinZip Computing, S.L. defined the Split Multi-volume ZIP Compressed Format Archive (part 18) format standard. Z17 file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Z17 file format, along with 619 other file formats, belongs to the Archive Files category. WinZip is by far the most used program for working with Z17 files. Software named WinZip was created by WinZip Computing, S.L.. In order to find more detailed information on the software and Z17 files, check the developer’s official website.
Software programs that will open, edit or convert Z17 files

Windows		 WinZip



Can't open a Z17 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.Z17”。

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 Z17 extension without any issue.


Where I can download the application that support Z17 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 Z17 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 Z17 file?

The reasons for the lack of the ability to open a Z17 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 Z17 file. If there is still something wrong, you might want to check:

  • Whether the Z17 file is damaged.
  • Whether the Z17 file is incorrectly linked in the registry entries.
  • Whether the Z17 file extension has been accidentally removed from the Windows registry.
  • Whether the installation of an application that supports the Z17 file format is incompletely.
  • Whether the Z17 file is infected.
  • Whether the drivers of the equipment used for opening a Z17 file are up to date.
  • Whether your computer has enough hardware resources to open a Z17 file.

If the Z17 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.