Open PBF File
PBF files have various formats that can be classified into the applications described below.
Paragon Backup File
In this particular case, PBF stands for 'Paragon Backup File', and it is a backup file created by one of Paragon's backup and recovery applications.
The PBF file stores backup files in a proprietary format.
Navigating within the menus of the Software in question allows users to restore individual files or an entire file system.
In addition to system backups, PBF files are often used to migrate Windows file systems between versions of Windows operating systems.
Power Backup Data File
As above, in this case a PBF file extension is a backup file created by CyberLink PowerBackup, a backup and recovery application.
About CyberLink PowerBackup
CyberLink PowerBackup is a software program developed by CyberLink that is used to create backups of files, programs, and entire operating systems.
PowerBackup adds a registry entry for the current user that will allow the program to start automatically each time it is restarted.
The PBF stores a collection of files and folders that have been backed up.
The PBF file can be used for full, differential, or incremental backup strategies.
The PBF file is also used to restore files through the PowerBackup application.
PowerBackup can create backups on a regular basis through its job scheduler component.
Pinnacle Sample Bank
In the latter case, the PBF file contains audio samples that can be loaded into Turtle Beach audio software or external synthesizers.
About Turtle Beach Pinnacle
Pinnacle is a series of hardware and software developments created by The Turtle Beach Corporation, which is a global gaming accessory manufacturer based in San Diego, California.
Turtle Beach's most prominent products include gaming headsets for Xbox (One, Series X|S), PlayStation 4, PC, Nintendo Switch, and mobile devices (including tablets).
The company started operations in the 1970s where it developed sound cards, MIDI synthesizers, and various audio software packages and network audio devices.
The PBF file refers to WAV files that must be stored in the same directory.
Software for working with a PBF file
Since the PBF extension file can take on various formats, it is necessary to first make sure what kind of format you have at hand, and then choose the most suitable software package to open it: