What is a DIAGCAB File Type?
The WTP includes a wizard that guides you through a series of steps that help you identify and fix problems on your computer. Once the diagnosis is complete, you can send diagnostic information via the Internet to a reliable source so that it can help you diagnose and repair your computer.
The WTP is used by OEMs (OEMs) and independent software vendors (ISVs) to solve problems encountered by clients. It is also used by system administrators. Sometimes DIAGCAB files are posted on websites and downloaded by users. They are distributed in this way, the creators of the files usually digitally sign them to check that they come from a reliable source.
The DIAGCAB files can be created with Makecab.exe and Cabarc.exe tools. It can be digitally signed using Signtool.exe. They are run with the help of Microsoft Support (msdt.exe) diagnostics. To run the DIAGCAB file with MSDT, search for the program in the Start menu and select the program from the list of results. Enter the password (often provided by a Microsoft media professional) and then follow the prompts on the icons; screen to d' run the DIAGCAB file.
DIAGCAB files were used for the first time in Windows Vista, so if you use a previous version of Windows, such as Windows XP, Windows will not recognize the file.