VSC File Extension

What is VSC file?

Full format name of files that use VSC extension is McAffee VirusScan Configuration. McAffee VirusScan Configuration specification was created by McAfee, Inc.. VSC file format is compatible with software that can be installed on Windows system platform. Files with VSC extension are categorized as Settings Files files. The Settings Files subset comprises 1305 various file formats. The most popular software that supports VSC files is McAfee VirusScan. McAfee VirusScan software was developed by McAfee, Inc., and on its official website you may find more information about VSC files or the McAfee VirusScan software program.

Programs which support VSC file extension

Programs that can handle VSC files are as follows. VSC 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 VSC extension?

Problems with accessing VSC may be due to various reasons. On the bright side, the most encountered issues pertaining to McAffee VirusScan Configuration files aren’t complex. In most cases they can be addressed swiftly and effectively without assistance from a specialist. We have prepared a listing of which will help you resolve your problems with VSC files.

Step 1. Get the McAfee VirusScan

The most common reason for such problems is the lack of proper applications that supports VSC files installed on the system. The solution is straightforward, just download and install McAfee VirusScan. The full list of programs grouped by operating systems can be found above. The safest method of downloading McAfee VirusScan installed is by going to developer’s website (McAfee, Inc.) and downloading the software using provided links.

Step 2. Verify the you have the latest version of McAfee VirusScan

If the problems with opening VSC files still occur even after installing McAfee VirusScan, it is possible that you have an outdated version of the software. Check the developer’s website whether a newer version of McAfee VirusScan is available. It may also happen that software creators by updating their applications add compatibility with other, newer file formats. This can be one of the causes why VSC files are not compatible with McAfee VirusScan. The latest version of McAfee VirusScan should support all file formats that where compatible with older versions of the software.

Step 3. Associate McAffee VirusScan Configuration files with McAfee VirusScan

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

Selecting the first-choice application in Windows

• Choose the Open with entry from the file menu accessed by right-mouse clicking on the VSC file
• 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 McAfee VirusScan is installed. Now all that is left is to confirm your choice by selecting Always use this app to open VSC files and clicking OK.

Selecting the first-choice application in Mac OS

• By clicking right mouse button on the selected VSC 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
• If you followed the previous steps a message should appear: This change will be applied to all files with VSC extension. Next, click the Continue button to finalize the process.

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

Should the problem still occur after following steps 1-3, check if the VSC file is valid. Problems with opening the file may arise due to various reasons.

1. The VSC may be infected with malware – make sure to scan it with an antivirus tool.

Should it happed that the VSC is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Scan the VSC file as well as your computer for malware or viruses. If the VSC file is indeed infected follow the instructions below.

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

Did you receive the VSC 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 VSC file has been downloaded from the internet only partially, try to redownload it.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

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 McAffee VirusScan Configuration file.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open McAfee VirusScan

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with VSC extension. In this case close the other applications.

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

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

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