Download and Fix vbisurf.ax

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing vbisurf.ax files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent vbisurf.ax file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

vbisurf.ax file VBI Surface Allocator Filter. The file was developed by for use with software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of vbisurf.ax related errors on your device. You can also download vbisurf.ax file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP

User popularity

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download vbisurf.ax

4.1 List of vbisurf.ax file versions

File info

General information
Filename	vbisurf.ax
File extension	AX
Description	VBI Surface Allocator Filter

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Dynamic link library
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common vbisurf.ax file related problems

There are various types of errors related to vbisurf.ax file. vbisurf.ax file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to vbisurf.ax file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

vbisurf.ax is corrupted
vbisurf.ax cannot be located
Runtime Error - vbisurf.ax
vbisurf.ax file error
vbisurf.ax file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register vbisurf.ax file:
vbisurf.ax file could not be loaded
vbisurf.ax file doesn't exist

vbisurf.ax

Application could not be started because vbisurf.ax file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to vbisurf.ax can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing vbisurf.ax file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

How to fix vbisurf.ax errors in just few steps?

Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!

vbisurf.ax file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with vbisurf.ax file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to vbisurf.ax file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "Windows Update" in the search field
Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of vbisurf.ax or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to vbisurf.ax file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the vbisurf.ax file with properly working version. To use the tool:

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "cmd" in the search field
Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the vbisurf.ax file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "System Restore" in the search field
Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the vbisurf.ax file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace vbisurf.ax file

The last solution is to manually download and replace vbisurf.ax file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded vbisurf.ax file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of vbisurf.ax file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your vbisurf.ax file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename vbisurf.ax

System Windows 10

File size 40448 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	d1e6268ba5e15f1267903422778112c2
	SHA1	54f67103cefbbb4bb04dacfa9323fdd72b8fd556
	SHA256	cd797992b2e970fb171d8e20aa05298bd9397c7e79bca21daf2457251d1fba8f
	CRC32	20331d41
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vbisurf.ax

System Windows 8.1

File size 40960 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	3c72d4a01ead9e44e251052eab49df8e
	SHA1	75355318b92792e11639ad63b29d7c3d27317210
	SHA256	55b5e808621eeaa4875de8ad382b8656155c5e8abe0a3b7dad55d69013a3c9ba
	CRC32	89eb108c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vbisurf.ax

System Windows 8

File size 35328 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	aa1fe2f9f8dcf135c6eb264e26f25d1e
	SHA1	8d26b2b690f77d5e92fc3e4ab862bc94dc4e06a3
	SHA256	e9af822d99c5323793fac42a1d06ab6ccd87db51ec58892639fdd200a5d54a99
	CRC32	15e12b32
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vbisurf.ax

System Windows 7

File size 43520 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	0f8a86a636a774dbb63b3a8659723312
	SHA1	4c5948025f058d5b5b437c3075c47c9e0224192c
	SHA256	e6dba6610d96b4a6796c58842bafaeb5c50b778f4a4de5dcd3dfc38bdf892030
	CRC32	56e6575e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vbisurf.ax

System Windows 7

File size 33792 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	373a87dbfd387ddc54375f547834fbbd
	SHA1	4ff13c24093f9b6bdbb20f396f0028f8f076f839
	SHA256	9811bee17bf2248c800fbcc30cd2ff47ad5b8607d5d5f787dbd0bb6d206cb93d
	CRC32	592ad146
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vbisurf.ax

System Windows Vista

File size 31232 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	160a51ff315edc6503e6bf23ffa63374
	SHA1	0b326b4f4b7aef11a9e51b12dd8ad3a7d867f5b9
	SHA256	a69050e29245972de09b5a06087da776247482d3f9a43bfa3c87bf21917b2d41
	CRC32	c8545fb2
	Example file location	---

Filename vbisurf.ax

System Windows Vista

File size 40960 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	72294c5b16887368129cb98e343e90e5
	SHA1	ce89bd1460e54f6a027a6a4b2e1657420034171f
	SHA256	c3d145b2217d0fa27deb82a476d54ad7b91f1b4f3052c380f8a78781b0a93b0c
	CRC32	e8f00f74
	Example file location	---

Filename vbisurf.ax

System Windows XP

File size 30208 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	69832690cf24c5a038bf70f82059ba2b
	SHA1	31368fae485923cce90885a87390f0a3786b3e4e
	SHA256	d11af6c22b667944ad19daeb9f0942e8fb1d9ed2cd5822ff4df14079c11b3432
	CRC32	645a944b
	Example file location	---