BSWX file icon

BSWX File Extension

Microsoft Office PerformancePoint Server Database
  • Developer
    Microsoft Corporation
  • Category
  • Popularity
    5 (2 votes)

What is BSWX file?

BSWX is a file extension commonly associated with Microsoft Office PerformancePoint Server Database files. Microsoft Office PerformancePoint Server Database format was developed by Microsoft Corporation. Files with BSWX extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with BSWX extension are categorized as Database Files files. The Database Files subset comprises 403 various file formats. Users are advised to use PerformancePoint Server 2007 SP3 software for managing BSWX files, although 1 other programs can also handle this type of file. On the official website of Microsoft Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about thePerformancePoint Server 2007 SP3 software, but also about BSWX and other supported file formats.

Programs which support BSWX file extension

Programs that can handle BSWX files are as follows. Files with BSWX suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

Programs that support BSWX file

How to open file with BSWX extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening BSWX files on given system. What is important, all common issues related to files with BSWX extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install PerformancePoint Server 2007 SP3

Install software to open BSWX file The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening BSWX files is that no program that can handle BSWX files is installed on user’s system. This issue can be addressed by downloading and installing PerformancePoint Server 2007 SP3 or different compatible program, such as Microsoft Office SharePoint Server. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support BSWX files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading PerformancePoint Server 2007 SP3 installed is by going to developer’s website (Microsoft Corporation) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of PerformancePoint Server 2007 SP3

Update software that support file extension BSWXYou still cannot access BSWX files although PerformancePoint Server 2007 SP3 is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Software developers may implement support for more modern file formats in updated versions of their products. If you have an older version of PerformancePoint Server 2007 SP3 installed, it may not support BSWX format. The most recent version of PerformancePoint Server 2007 SP3 is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open BSWX files to PerformancePoint Server 2007 SP3

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate BSWX files with latest version of PerformancePoint Server 2007 SP3 you have installed on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Associate software with BSWX file on Windows

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

  • Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the BSWX file
  • Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
  • To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the PerformancePoint Server 2007 SP3 installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open BSWX files box and clicking OK button.
Associate software with BSWX file on Mac

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

  • Right-click the BSWX file and select Information
  • Open the Open with section by clicking its name
  • Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
  • A message window should appear informing that This change will be applied to all files with BSWX extension. By clicking Continue you confirm your selection.

Step 4. Verify that the BSWX is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the BSWX file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

Check BSWX file for viruses
1. The BSWX may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

If the BSWX is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. Scan the BSWX file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the BSWX file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the BSWX file was sent to you by someone else, ask this person to resend the file to you. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with BSWX extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Microsoft Office PerformancePoint Server Database file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open PerformancePoint Server 2007 SP3

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with BSWX extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Ensure that you have the latest drivers and system updates and patches installed

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with Microsoft Office PerformancePoint Server Database file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle BSWX files.

Do you want to help?

If you have additional information about the BSWX file, we will be grateful if you share it with our users. To do this, use the form here and send us your information on BSWX file.

Top File Extensions
Show more
File Extension of the day
spb icon

SPB

Flight Simulator Mission Format

Files with the SPB extension are mission saves, associated mainly with a Flight Simulator game – developed by Microsoft. Files contain data a...