Opening an FWP File

The FWP file type is primarily associated with Kyocera Firmware Updater.

FWPFile Extension FWP
File extension: FWP
File type:  firmware update package

What is an FWP file?

FWP files mostly belong to Kyocera Firmware Updater. FWP files are firmware update packages made for Kyocera printers. They carry the code necessary to update a printer's internal firmware.
  • Purpose: To update and maintain the firmware of the printer.
  • Usage: These files are used with tools such as Kyocera Net Viewer or the Kyocera Firmware Updater.
  • Viewing: The content is in binary form and cannot be read with a regular text editor.
  • FilExt.com note: Firmware updates like these ensure proper device operation and security. For more details, refer to the Kyocera official webpage.

    How to open an FWP file

    You need a suitable software like Kyocera Firmware Updater to open an FWP file. Without proper software you will receive a Windows message "How do you want to open this file?" or "Windows cannot open this file" or a similar Mac/iPhone/Android alert. If you cannot open your FWP file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a FWP file directly in the browser:. Just drag the file onto this browser window and drop it.

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    Programs that open and convert FWP files:

    1. Kyocera Firmware Updater
      See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. FWP files are often referred to as Kyocera Firmware Updater executables because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
    2. IMail Server (Forwarded Mail) by Ipswitch, Inc.
      IMail Server is a scalable, standards-based (POP3/IMAP4/SMTP) E-mail server with protection from spam and viruses. This extension indicates forwarded messages.
    3. SharePoint Designer by Microsoft Corporation
      Office SharePoint Designer provides tools to automate business processes, build efficient applications on top of the Microsoft SharePoint platform, and tailor SharePoint sites. Program ID is SharePointDesigner.fwp.12.0
    4. Worms Armageddon Fiddler Weapons Module

    Technical Data for FWP File Extension

    File classification:
    Executable
    Related files:
    fwu, hex, rom, fwb, wfp, fwd, wup, wui, bin, img

    The following listing is compiled from the database produced by the 'Associate This!' program, selected data from the main FILExt database and file extension information submitted by users.

    ProgramID: FrontPage.package, FileType: Microsoft Office FrontPage Web Package, AppName: Microsoft Office FrontPage

    ProgramID: FrontPage.package
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\FRONTP~1\OFFICE11\FRONTPG.EXE %1

    ProgramID: FrontPage.package
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\MICROS~1\OFFICE11\FRONTPG.EXE %1

    ProgramID: ZipZag.fwp
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\ZipZag\zipzag.exe %1

    ProgramID: WebDesigner.fwp.12.0
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\MIC273~1\WEBDES~1\EXPRWD.EXE

    ProgramID: WebDesigner.fwp.12.0
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\MICROS~3\WEBDES~1\EXPRWD.EXE

    ProgramID: SharePointDesigner.fwp.12.0
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\MICROS~1\Office12\SPDESIGN.EXE

    ProgramID: SharePointDesigner.fwp.12.0
    EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\MI1933~1\Office12\SPDESIGN.EXE


    an fwp firmware update package is a special file format and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

    How to solve problems with FWP files

    • Associate the FWP file extension with the correct application.
    • Update your software that should actually open firmware update packages. Because only the current version supports the latest FWP file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the manufacturer website after an available Kyocera Firmware Updater update.
    • To make sure that your FWP file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
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