HDK File Issues: Why Your PC Won't Open HDK Files

Few things are as frustrating as receiving a file that your computer refuses to open up. Understanding the reason why it won't work is the first step to finding a solution. Here are some of the most common error messages and issues when opening HDK files.

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Common Error Messages

Error Message: The HDK File is Corrupt

The only solution to a corrupt file, is to download a new copy, or to ask the sender to resend the file.

Error Message: Can't Find Software to Open the HDK File

This error is quite easy to solve. Simply right-click on the HDK file and select OS/2 Saved SKF Format File or MAXI Disk Disk Image from the dropdown list to create a default file type association. In future, it should automatically open in OS/2 Saved SKF Format File or MAXI Disk Disk Image that you selected.

Common HDK-Related Issues

Issue: You Don't Have OS/2 Saved SKF Format File or MAXI Disk Disk Image Installed

You can simply download OS/2 Saved SKF Format File or MAXI Disk Disk Image software. HDK uses OS/2 Saved SKF Format File by default, but it is also compatible with MAXI Disk Disk Image. If you have MAXI Disk Disk Image installed, try make make one of these software packages your default file association for the HDK file type extension.

Issue: You Have OS/2 Saved SKF Format File or MAXI Disk Disk Image Installed, But It's Still Not Working

If you have OS/2 Saved SKF Format File or MAXI Disk Disk Image installed and you still can't open the file, you should get in touch with the software developers for further assistance. See our chart below for who to contact:

Software Developer
OS/2 Saved SKF Format File IBM
MAXI Disk Disk Image Herne Data Systems Ltd.

Issue: You Can't Install OS/2 Saved SKF Format File or MAXI Disk Disk Image

If for some reason you can't or don't want to install OS/2 Saved SKF Format File or MAXI Disk Disk Image, you could also search online for free software that uses HDK files. But, as a word of caution, please be careful as many free software downloads are infected with malware or bundled with unwanted software.


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