File Extension Library


.5VW File Extension

  • Developer by: InfoVista
  • Category: Data Files

What are .5VW files and how to open them?

Can't open .5VW file? Are you wondering what it contains? On our site we will explain to you what this file is, what it is used for and what software opens the .5VW file.

What is a .5VW file extension?

.5VW file extension is created by InfoVista. .5VW has been classified as Data Files.

.5VW is 5View Packet Capture File

A 5VW file is a data file saved in the Accellent 5Views Packet (5VW) format. It contains network packet data created during a live network capture. 5VW files are used for "packet sniffing" and analyzing data network characteristics.

5VW files are typically created by Wireshark (formerly Ethereal), a free program used for network analysis. Wireshark is available for Mac, Windows, and Linux platforms. Professors and students often use the software for studying data communications.

NOTE: Accellent was acquired by InfoVista in 2007.

List of all softwares that can open the 5View Packet Capture File
Windows
Wireshark
Colasoft Capsa
Mac
Wireshark
Linux
Wireshark

How to fix problems with .5VW files

  1. You need to update the application that you normally use to open .5VW files. Only the latest version of the software supports the current .5VW file format
  2. You need to check the .5VW file for viruses. To do this, you need to scan it with a popular antivirus (Norton, Nod32, Kaspersky, Dr.Web, etc.)