File Extension Database

Open QAR File

A QAR file is a Quest Archive, commonly associated with data backup software known as Quest Rapid Recovery. This type of file extension can also be used by Quest ARS (Active Roles Server), a role-based access control tool that restricts access to networks, workstations, and data. Some QAR files can be opened with specific software or tools depending on the purpose of the file. Let's delve further into these methods.

QAR Files in Quest Rapid Recovery

Primarily, QAR files store backup and recovery data in Quest Rapid Recovery. Users can use these files to restore systems in case of failure or data loss. However, to access the data in QAR files, you need the Rapid Recovery software (https://www.quest.com/products/rapid-recovery/), which can open and extract these files.

QAR Files in Active Roles Server

On the other hand, when QAR files are used in the Quest ARS, they are loaded and executed. However, these files should not be manually opened, as they contain codes that are executed inside Quest ARS. You can find more about QAR files in Quest ARS via the official Quest support page (https://support.quest.com/active-roles/kb/190794/how-to-apply-a-qar-file-in-ars).

How to Open a QAR File

If the file you want to open is indeed a Quest Archive file, you would need to install the software formerly known as AppAssure, now sold as Quest Rapid Recovery. This software will be able to open and decompress the data contained in these files, allowing you to restore data from backups or similar tasks. Install the software from the official Rapid Recovery website (https://www.quest.com/download-install-detail/6092501/).

QAR Important File Information

There are several points to keep in mind when working with QAR files. First, these files are not meant to be opened manually. Instead, they are intended for use by the respective Quest program. So, if you find a QAR file on your computer, it's likely related to a Quest product you or a software on your machine have used. Secondly, if you believe you have a QAR file but it doesn't open with the appropriate software, double-check the file extension. You may be confusing it with another file format.

How Can I Open QAR File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open QAR file is to find a QAR file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a QAR file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open QAR file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as QAR file opener then try to search online for "QAR viewer", "application to open QAR file" or "open QAR file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open QAR file

How Can I Open QAR File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a QAR file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a QAR file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with QAR file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as QAR file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open QAR file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open QAR file then try to search for "QAR viewer", "application to open QAR file" or "read QAR file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read QAR file

How Can I Open QAR File on Android

If you downloaded a QAR file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded QAR file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "QAR".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "QAR viewer", "QAR file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open QAR File on iPhone or iPad

To open QAR File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the QAR file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "QAR". This way you can find apps which can open QAR files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "QAR viewer" or "QAR file" online in your favorite search engine.

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