.NVRAM File Extension

Non-Volatile RAM File

NVRAM files store virtual machine BIOS state data. They are used by VMware virtualization software. Do not open NVRAM files manually. VMware apps reference these files when loading VMs. To open an N...

General Information

Title NVRAM File Extension
Extension .nvram
Full Form Non-Volatile RAM File
File Type Configuration File
Developer Various
MIME Type application/octet-stream

File Function

Primary Function Store settings
Additional Functions Preserve state
Features Non-volatile, Binary format

File Characteristics

Quality Binary data
Supports Layers N/A
Supports Transparency N/A
Editable With tools

Use Cases

Virtual Machines Yes
System Emulation Yes
Data Recovery Possible

Security and Practices

Security Risks Configuration tampering
Best Practices Backup, Access control

Historical/Version Information

Initial Release Varies by software
Latest Version Varies by software

Associated Types

Similar Extensions .vmdk, .vdi, .vbox

Software Compatibility

Software Usage Policy OS Compatibility
VMware Workstation Paid Windows, Linux
VMware Fusion Paid macOS
Oracle VirtualBox Free Windows, Mac, Linux