File Extension Library


.BKF File Extension

  • Developer by: Microsoft
  • Category: Backup Files
  • Format: Binary

What are .BKF files and how to open them?

Can't open .BKF 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 .BKF file.

What is a .BKF file extension?

.BKF file extension is created by Microsoft. .BKF has been classified as Backup Files. The format of .BKF file is Binary.

.BKF is Windows Backup Utility File

A BKF file is a backup file created using Windows Backup Utility, which is included with Windows NT and XP Pro (located in Programs → Accessories → System Tools). It contains a catalog of one or more files that a user chose to preserve.

BKF files can be restored to Windows Server 2008 and Windows Vista systems using the Windows NT Backup - Restore Utility.

You can also restore files from a BKF catalog in Windows 7, 8, and 10 with NTBackup (it is titled "nt5backup.cab" on the download page). Select "Restore files and settings" in the "Backup or Restore" wizard, select Browse..., navigate to the BKF file, click OK.

NOTE: Windows Backup Utility must be installed from the XP Home installation disc to be used with Windows XP Home Edition.

List of all softwares that can open the Windows Backup Utility File
Windows
Microsoft Windows Backup Utility
Microsoft Windows NT Backup - Restore Utility
Aryson BKF Recovery

How to fix problems with .BKF files

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