Convert DAA to MDF

File Extension DAA
Full Name PowerISO Direct-Access-Archive Format

DAA is a file format that is used to store CD and DVD images. It is compressed data that can exist as one or more volumes. This format can also be used to archive, for example, multimedia materials. DAA disk images can be mounted in systems as virtual disks using appropriate programs (eg Alcohol 120% or DAEMON Tools).

File Extension MDF
Full Name Alcohol 120% Disc Image File Format

File with an .MDF extension contains an image of a CD or DVD. Descriptions of the headline and tracks of such CD in contained in a corresponding MDF or MDS file.

What is file format conversion?

File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "DAA") to another (referred to as "MDF"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, DAA file may be incompatible with the software or device we want to use to open or edit it. In such cases, converting the file from format DAA to format MDF becomes essential.

So, how can we perform DAA to MDF file conversion? Fortunately, there are many tools and computer programs available that enable file format conversion. These tools work by reading the data from the file in format DAA and transforming it into format MDF. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of DAA to MDF converters.

Conversion from DAA to MDF

How to convert the DAA file to MDF?

If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of DAA to MDF. Handling all the programs is usually very intuitive and is based on the same pattern of conduct. We will briefly discuss a few steps that you always need to go through while changing the format of the DAA file:

  • Please indicate on your computer the source file DAA, the format of which you are going to change
  • Load the DAA file to the application
  • Select the output format of the MDF file (the one that we want to achieve)
  • Select the location to save the output file MDF on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
  • Confirm conversion
  • Wait for a moment
  • Enjoy the converted MDF file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
I cannot see the file extensions. What should I do?

File extensions are not normally displayed to users. To change this, go to Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization and Folder Options. Next, select the View and find the option "Hide extensions for known file types". The option should be deselected (cleared) and confirmed with OK.