Opening an NBU File

The NBU file type is primarily associated with NetBiter webSCADA.

NBUFile Extension NBU
File extension: NBU
File type:  backup file

What is an NBU file?

NBU files mostly belong to NetBiter webSCADA by HMS Networks. NBU file is associated with Nokia Suit application which was previously known as Nokia Ovi Suite. Using NBU files user can store backup of mobile phone information which includes data such as contacts information, text messages, images etc. User can transfer, restore data using NBU file.

How to open NBU files

You need a suitable software like NetBiter webSCADA to open an NBU 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 NBU file correctly, try to right-click or long-press the file. Then click "Open with" and choose an application. You can also display a NBU 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 NBU files:

  1. NetBiter webSCADA by HMS Networks.
    See the previous paragraphs to learn more about the main application. NBU files are often referred to as NetBiter webSCADA backups because this type of file is primarily created or used by this software.
  2. PC Suite (data backup file) by Nokia
    Nokia PC Suite is a program used to connect Nokia mobile devices to a computer wich was developed for Symbian OS. This file format is classified as Backup. Related links: Nokia PC Suite Wikipedia Page, filehippo page

NBU file format details:

Why is it important to know the file format? This is the only way to find out which program to use to open the file. Each file format has a unique extension and almost always a unique signature. For example, Microsoft Word documents have the extension .docx and the signature (usually the first 3 characters in this file) PK. Nonetheless, different programs can utilize the same file extension to represent distinct file formats. Double-clicking on the file often results in an error when opening. When there is a problem with a file, the first step to solving it is to determine the file format. Our evaluation of the NBU files is as follows:

The NBU file extension is used very often and is mainly used by one program with a specific format. The following file formats are most commonly found in NBU files:

The remaining 4% of all NBU files are different files with different signatures. Tagged as contacts, phone or back. Just click the "Choose your .nbu file to analyze" button on this page to find out what your NBU file is.

Technical Data for NBU File Extension

File classification:
Backup
Related files:

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: Nokia.ContentCopier
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Nokia\Nokia PC Suite 6\ContentCopier.exe

ProgramID: Nokia.ContentCopier
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Nokia PC Suite 6\ContentCopier.exe

ProgramID: Nokia.ContentCopier
EXEFile: %ProgramFiles%\Nokia\Nokia PC Suite 7\ContentCopier.exe


an nbu backup file is a special file format by HMS Networks. and should only be edited and saved with the appropriate software.

How to solve problems with NBU files

  • Associate the NBU file extension with the correct application.
  • Update your software that should actually open backup files. Because only the current version supports the latest NBU file format. Search, therefore, e.g. on the HMS Networks. manufacturer website after an available NetBiter webSCADA update.
  • To make sure that your NBU file is not corrupted or virus-infected, get the file again and scan it with Google's virustotal.com.
  • Click here to open your .NBU file online - secure, fast, and no downloads needed.
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