LKP File Extension

What is LKP file?

Full format name of files that use LKP extension is Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS) Data Format. Files with LKP extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. Files with LKP extension are categorized as Misc Files files. The Misc Files subset comprises 6033 various file formats. The most popular program for handling LKP files is Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS), but users can choose among 1 different programs that support this file format.

Programs which support LKP file extension

The following listing features LKP-compatible programs. Files with LKP 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.

Updated: 01/01/2021

How to open file with LKP extension?

Problems with accessing LKP may be due to various reasons. Fortunately, most common problems with LKP files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with LKP files.

Step 1. Download and install Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS)

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening LKP files is that no program that can handle LKP files is installed on user’s system. This one is an easy one. Select Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS) or one of the recommended programs (for example, This War of Mine) and download it from appropriate source and install on your system. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS) installed is by going to developer’s website () and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Update Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS) to the latest version

If the problems with opening LKP files still occur even after installing Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS), it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS) is available. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. The reason that Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS) cannot handle files with LKP may be that the software is outdated. All of the file formats that were handled just fine by the previous versions of given program should be also possible to open using Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS).

Step 3. Set the default application to open LKP files to Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS)

After installing Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS) (the most recent version) make sure that it is set as the default application to open LKP files. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

The procedure to change the default program in Windows

• Clicking the LKP with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• The last step is to select Look for another app on this PC option supply the directory path to the folder where Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS) is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open LKP files and clicking OK.

The procedure to change the default program in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected LKP file open the file menu and choose Information
• Proceed to the Open with section. If its closed, click the title to access available options
• From the list choose the appropriate program and confirm by clicking Change for all....
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with LKP extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Verify that the LKP is not faulty

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the LKP file in question. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. Check the LKP file for viruses or malware

If the file is infected, the malware that resides in the LKP 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. LKP file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If the LKP 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. When downloading the file with LKP extension from the internet an error may occurred resulting in incomplete file. Try downloading the file again.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

Sometimes in order to access files user need to have administrative privileges. Log out of your current account and log in to an account with sufficient access privileges. Then open the Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS) Data Format file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS)

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

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS) Data Format files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the LKP files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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