R12 File Extension

What is R12 file?

R12 is a file extension commonly associated with Norton Ghost Rar files. Norton Ghost Rar specification was created by Symantec Corporation. Files with R12 extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. R12 file belongs to the Archive Files category just like 619 other filename extensions listed in our database. The software recommended for managing R12 files is Norton Ghost. On the official website of Symantec Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theNorton Ghost software, but also about R12 and other supported file formats.

Programs which support R12 file extension

The following listing features R12-compatible programs. Files with R12 extension, just like any other file formats, can be found on any operating system. The files in question may be transferred to other devices, be it mobile or stationary, yet not all systems may be capable of properly handling such files.

How to open file with R12 extension?

Being unable to open files with R12 extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with R12 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. Get the Norton Ghost

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening R12 files is that no program that can handle R12 files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Norton Ghost and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support R12 files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Norton Ghost installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Symantec Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Norton Ghost

If the problems with opening R12 files still occur even after installing Norton Ghost, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Norton Ghost is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. The reason that Norton Ghost cannot handle files with R12 may be that the software is outdated. The most recent version of Norton Ghost is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate Norton Ghost Rar files with Norton Ghost

If you have the latest version of Norton Ghost installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage R12 on your device. The next step should pose no problems. The procedure is straightforward and largely system-independent

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 R12 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 Norton Ghost installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open R12 files box and clicking OK button.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected R12 file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select the appropriate software and save your settings by clicking Change all
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with R12 extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Ensure that the R12 file is complete and free of errors

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the R12 file is valid. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Check the R12 file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the R12 file hinders attempts to open it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. R12 file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Ensure the file with R12 extension is complete and error-free

Did you receive the R12 file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. During the copy process of the file errors may occurred rendering the file incomplete or corrupted. This could be the source of encountered problems with the file. If the R12 file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Verify whether your account has administrative rights

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Log in using an administrative account and see If this solves the problem.

4. Check whether your system can handle Norton Ghost

The operating systems may note enough free resources to run the application that support R12 files. Close all running programs and try opening the R12 file.

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

Regularly updated system, drivers, and programs keep your computer secure. This may also prevent problems with Norton Ghost Rar files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with R12 files affecting older versions of given software.

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