PSU File Extension

What is PSU file?

PSU is a file extension commonly associated with EMS PS2 Memory Adapter Save Format files. PSU file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with PSU extension are categorized as Game Files files. The Game Files subset comprises 1509 various file formats. The most popular program for handling PSU files is PS2 Save Builder, but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format. On the official website of Vector developer not only will you find detailed information about thePS2 Save Builder software, but also about PSU and other supported file formats.

Programs which support PSU file extension

The following listing features PSU-compatible programs. PSU files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

How to open file with PSU extension?

Problems with accessing PSU may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to EMS PS2 Memory Adapter Save Format files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Download and install PS2 Save Builder

Problems with opening and working with PSU files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with PSU files being present on your machine. This one is an easy one. Select PS2 Save Builder or one of the recommended programs (for example, PS2 Save Converter) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. 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 PS2 Save Builder website and download the installer.

Step 2. Update PS2 Save Builder to the latest version

You still cannot access PSU files although PS2 Save Builder is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of PS2 Save Builder installed, it may not support PSU format. The most recent version of PS2 Save Builder is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate EMS PS2 Memory Adapter Save Format files with PS2 Save Builder

If you have the latest version of PS2 Save Builder installed and the problem persists, select it as the default program to be used to manage PSU on your device. The method is quite simple and varies little across operating systems.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the PSU with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the 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 PS2 Save Builder installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open PSU files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• Right-click the PSU 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
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with PSU extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Check the PSU for errors

You closely followed the steps listed in points 1-3, but the problem is still present? You should check whether the file is a proper PSU file. Being unable to access the file can be related to various issues.

1. Check the PSU file for viruses or malware

Should it happed that the PSU is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the PSU file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. PSU file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Verify that the PSU file’s structure is intact

Did you receive the PSU file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. It is possible that the file has not been properly copied to a data storage and is incomplete and therefore cannot be opened. If the PSU file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the EMS PS2 Memory Adapter Save Format file.

4. Make sure that the system has sufficient resources to run PS2 Save Builder

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

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

Up-to-date system and drivers not only makes your computer more secure, but also may solve problems with EMS PS2 Memory Adapter Save Format file. Outdated drivers or software may have caused the inability to use a peripheral device needed to handle PSU files.

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