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.NFI File Extension

NFI files exist as 2 different types. Please find information about each of them below.

Type 1: Netflix Information File

General Information

Title NFI File Extension
Extension .nfi
Full Form Netflix Information File
File Type Metadata File
Developer Netflix
MIME Type application/x-netflix-info

File Function

Primary Function Store metadata
Additional Functions Facilitate streaming
Features Encrypted, Service-specific

File Characteristics

Quality Text-based
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable No

Use Cases

Video Streaming Yes
Content Organization Yes
User Experience Enhanced

Security and Practices

Security Risks Leakage sensitive info
Best Practices Access control, Encryption

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Unknown
Latest Version Service-based updates

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .nfv, .m4v, .mp4

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
Netflix App Subscription Various platforms
Media Players N/A N/A

Type 2: Dreambox Disc Image

Files with .nfi extension can be firmware files for Dreambox satellite and cable television receivers. The .nfi file contains backup or update of the receiver firmware. NFI files are distributed by Dr...

Files with .nfi extension can be firmware files for Dreambox satellite and cable television receivers. The .nfi file contains backup or update of the receiver firmware. NFI files are distributed by Dream Multimedia. NFI files can update firmware of Dreambox DVRs. Dreamboxes use various operating systems with different version numbers. So it is important to check file compatibility with the device before starting the upload.

NFI files can be very large. Uploading them to the receiver takes time. The Dreambox is a Linux-powered DVB satellite, terrestrial and cable digital television receiver made by Dream Multimedia. An NFI file is a Dreambox firmware image.

NFI files are also created by the Netflix app for Android and iOS. These contain information describing a movie or show downloaded for offline viewing. NFI files are saved with other Netflix files like .MANIFEST, .NFV, .NFA, and .NFS.

The main issue with NFI files is incorrect association with programs. So when you open an NFI file, an unexpected program starts. To resolve this, associate NFI files with FlashWizard. Check “Always use selected program” to make the association permanent. If problems persist, update FlashWizard. Also check for other NFI file issues.

General Information

Title NFI File Extension
Extension .nfi
Full Form Dreambox Disc Image File
File Type Disk Image File
Developer Dream Multimedia
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store disk image
Additional Functions Backup, restore
Features Compressed, Encapsulated

File Characteristics

Quality Depends on source
Supports Layers No
Supports Transparency No
Editable No, Binary

Use Cases

Satellite Receiver Backup Yes
Firmware Updates Yes
System Restoration Yes

Security and Practices

Security Risks Corrupted image
Best Practices Verify source

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release 2000s
Latest Version Varies by device

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .img, .iso, .bin

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
DreamUp Free Windows, Linux
Enigma2 Free Linux
FlashWizard PRO Free Windows
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Page Contents

  • Netflix Information File
  • General Information
  • File Function
  • File Characteristics
  • Use Cases
  • Security and Practices
  • Historical/Version Information
  • Associated Types
  • Software Compatibility
  • Dreambox Disc Image
  • General Information
  • File Function
  • File Characteristics
  • Use Cases
  • Security and Practices
  • Historical/Version Information
  • Associated Types
  • Software Compatibility
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