DAT_DEFAULT File Extension

What is DAT_DEFAULT file?

Full format name of files that use DAT_DEFAULT extension is Siemens NX Data Format. DAT_DEFAULT files are supported by software applications available for devices running Windows. Files with DAT_DEFAULT extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The most popular software that supports DAT_DEFAULT files is NX. NX software was developed by Siemens Product Lifecycle Management Software Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about DAT_DEFAULT files or the NX software program.

Programs which support DAT_DEFAULT file extension

Programs that can handle DAT_DEFAULT files are as follows. DAT_DEFAULT files can be encountered on all system platforms, including mobile, yet there is no guarantee each will properly support such files.

Updated: 11/10/2020

How to open file with DAT_DEFAULT extension?

Problems with accessing DAT_DEFAULT may be due to various reasons. What is important, all common issues related to files with DAT_DEFAULT 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 NX

Problems with opening and working with DAT_DEFAULT files are most probably having to do with no proper software compatible with DAT_DEFAULT files being present on your machine. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download NX and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support DAT_DEFAULT files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. The safest method of downloading NX installed is by going to developer’s website (Siemens Product Lifecycle Management Software Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Check the version of NX and update if needed

You still cannot access DAT_DEFAULT files although NX is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. If you have an older version of NX installed, it may not support DAT_DEFAULT format. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using NX.

Step 3. Assign NX to DAT_DEFAULT files

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

Change the default application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the DAT_DEFAULT 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 NX installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open DAT_DEFAULT files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected DAT_DEFAULT file open the file menu and choose Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with DAT_DEFAULT extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

Step 4. Verify that the DAT_DEFAULT is not faulty

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 DAT_DEFAULT file. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Verify that the DAT_DEFAULT in question is not infected with a computer virus

If the DAT_DEFAULT is indeed infected, it is possible that the malware is blocking it from opening. It is advised to scan the system for viruses and malware as soon as possible or use an online antivirus scanner. If the DAT_DEFAULT file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

Did you receive the DAT_DEFAULT file in question from a different person? Ask him/her to send it one more time. 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 DAT_DEFAULT extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

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

Some files require elevated access rights to open them. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Siemens NX Data Format file again.

4. Check whether your system can handle NX

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

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 Siemens NX Data Format files. It is possible that one of the available system or driver updates may solve the problems with DAT_DEFAULT files affecting older versions of given software.

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