S98 File Extension

What is S98 file?

S98 filename suffix is mostly used for NEC PC-98 Audio files. S98 files are supported by software applications available for devices running Mac OS. Files with S98 extension are categorized as Audio Files files. The Audio Files subset comprises 771 various file formats. Audio Overload is by far the most used program for working with S98 files. Audio Overload software was developed by Richard F. Bannister, and on its official website you may find more information about S98 files or the Audio Overload software program.

Programs which support S98 file extension

Programs that can handle S98 files are as follows. Files with S98 suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with S98 extension?

Being unable to open files with S98 extension can be have various origins. What is important, all common issues related to files with S98 extension can be resolved by the users themselves. The process is quick and doesn’t involve an IT expert. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with S98 files.

Step 1. Install Audio Overload software

Problems with opening and working with S98 files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with S98 files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Audio Overload and install it on your device. On the top of the page a list that contains all programs grouped based on operating systems supported can be found. One of the most risk-free method of downloading software is using links provided by official distributors. Visit Audio Overload website and download the installer.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of Audio Overload

If the problems with opening S98 files still occur even after installing Audio Overload, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Audio Overload is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. This can be one of the causes why S98 files are not compatible with Audio Overload. The most recent version of Audio Overload is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Set the default application to open S98 files to Audio Overload

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate S98 files with latest version of Audio Overload you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Right-click the S98 file and choose Open with option
• Select Choose another app → More apps
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Audio Overload installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open S98 files box and clicking OK button.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with S98 extension, select Information
• Find the Open with option – click the title if its hidden
• Select Audio Overload and click Change for all...
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with S98 extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Ensure that the S98 file is complete and free of errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the S98 file in question. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the S98 file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the S98 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. If the S98 file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Ensure the file with S98 extension is complete and error-free

If the S98 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. If the S98 file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Check if the user that you are logged as has administrative privileges.

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 NEC PC-98 Audio file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Audio Overload

If the systems has insufficient resources to open S98 files, try closing all currently running applications and try again.

5. Verify that your operating system and drivers are up to date

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with NEC PC-98 Audio files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with S98 files affecting older versions of given software.

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