How to convert your VMSS file
- Click the "Select File" button above, and choose your VMSS file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert VMSS to another file type
The converter easily converts your VMSS file to various formats—free and online. No Notepad or extra software needed.
- VMSS to DMP
- VMSS to SYS
- VMSS to DLL
- VMSS to EXE
- VMSS to DRV
- VMSS to VXD
- VMSS to 386
- VMSS to COM
- VMSS to BAT
- VMSS to CMD
- VMSS to SCR
- VMSS to PIF
Convert a file to VMSS
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the VMSS file type—in the best quality.
- MSI to VMSS
- EXE to VMSS
- REG to VMSS
- MST to VMSS
- LNK to VMSS
- CAB to VMSS
- CAT to VMSS
- DRV to VMSS
- INF to VMSS
- SYS to VMSS
- MSU to VMSS
- DLL to VMSS
About VMSS files
VMSS files, primarily used by VMware, serve as snapshot state files that store the status of a virtual machine. While they play a vital role in virtual machine management, converting VMSS files can pose challenges due to their specialized nature.
Conversion Challenges and Considerations
VMSS files are typically not designed for conversion into other formats because they contain complex data specific to VMware's virtual environment. Converting these files requires an understanding of the virtual machine state and the appropriate software.
Recommended Software for VMSS Files
For those who need to extract or convert VMSS data, using virtualization software like VMware Workstation or Oracle VM VirtualBox is advisable. These tools allow you to manage and interact with VMSS files effectively. For further information on virtual machines, visit Wikipedia.
Conversion Options
Instead of direct conversion, consider exporting the virtual machine s state to formats such as VMDK, OVF, or OVA using the above-mentioned software. Unfortunately, converting VMSS directly to other file types like PDF, DOCX, or MP4 is impractical due to its proprietary structure.
Drawbacks of Using VMSS Files
While VMSS files are integral for snapshots, they are not user-friendly for those unfamiliar with virtualization. Their complexity and lack of standard conversion options make handling them difficult for regular users.
Why Choose Convert.Guru?
For a convenient and user-friendly experience, we recommend using the free and easy Convert.Guru platform. Simply drag and drop your VMSS files onto the website to explore potential format conversions. Convert.Guru offers a safe and reliable solution, eliminating the hassle associated with manual conversion processes.
Use Convert.Guru online viewer to open and convert your VMSS file.
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The VMSS Converter Story
The history of Convert.Guru began over 25 years ago in California with Tom Simondi’s file-format database. A former contributor to Space Shuttle development and a software pioneer of the 1980s, Simondi established a trusted resource for file type analysis that was even referenced by Microsoft Windows XP. Today, we use modern technology to process and convert thousands of file formats while continually improving our VMSS converter.