Download and Fix vdsbas.dll

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing vdsbas.dll 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 vdsbas.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

vdsbas.dll file Virtual Disk Service Basic Provider. 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 vdsbas.dll related errors on your device. You can also download vdsbas.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista 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

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 vdsbas.dll

4.1 List of vdsbas.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	vdsbas.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Virtual Disk Service Basic Provider

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 vdsbas.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to vdsbas.dll file. vdsbas.dll 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 vdsbas.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

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

vdsbas.dll

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

Problems related to vdsbas.dll 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 vdsbas.dll 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 vdsbas.dll errors in just few steps?

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

vdsbas.dll 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 vdsbas.dll 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 vdsbas.dll 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 vdsbas.dll 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 vdsbas.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the vdsbas.dll 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 vdsbas.dll 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 vdsbas.dll 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 vdsbas.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace vdsbas.dll 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 vdsbas.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of vdsbas.dll 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: ---

If the steps did not solve your vdsbas.dll 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 vdsbas.dll

System Windows 10

File size 204288 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	226e02be6e5fb83f3f1f58a6ba650334
	SHA1	0f85b3ba2b1727ec35c1b2d9b46d9d3d7fb20aa6
	SHA256	49a64e091e1371b81fb470d820806e919a72a105efd7831a060e913170b0b893
	CRC32	3c9b7fbb
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vdsbas.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 211456 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	e18204d92fa145e18a70a3595da4a1df
	SHA1	7c482114794bfc21f12ed9af122637999f829ed2
	SHA256	c325416db644ae56dd04a3b986fe64656abc4e7a7b87c4e034b492f18cb0e21c
	CRC32	aadd7b0c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vdsbas.dll

System Windows 8

File size 207872 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	91a8e428d3d6401fdc720d9bfed73754
	SHA1	b6dbbc9eda5b2f74e42f44a32fada08ab10deee2
	SHA256	d77c62f00b9cbeaaa25c1332ac24aa62cbabeb3d216477cd428558d3330a489d
	CRC32	b84dc35f
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vdsbas.dll

System Windows 7

File size 190976 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	ac3d7ee5f9ec2ab4be0cdde362d026a4
	SHA1	80a598d7067cad77f389a96fe3d8a2a10537a25b
	SHA256	095129abec06312747b0999b3fbf1fbc730cd80d5d4d292a116592335bf175de
	CRC32	1a1101e8
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vdsbas.dll

System Windows 7

File size 160256 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	cf3cd3f466d84c9e2f66490d9578a563
	SHA1	480dcf0782f16813bdbbabe29cfc7a777bfdf96b
	SHA256	55970f29e229822eec65782d3dbade0ab886668c4042b4ee61bd301298b3312f
	CRC32	daa205c4
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vdsbas.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 182784 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	a9fd57d4e195b083374e861076635de7
	SHA1	aa81f68c83a6bc52e22b0304846cb31da339face
	SHA256	fa2d33f20fb2bd1c49c5c07bc57b4bf7d8ca9eb5e8469db2e6eb730b6ccd0276
	CRC32	09cd8338
	Example file location	---

Filename vdsbas.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 152064 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	b5af921aaff91ae3a47aa58cd2e1439f
	SHA1	190f8fc02850fd249a786828a21ba756e6ef355d
	SHA256	511015993f16821d8f475802749f9dca47358872831c4853fb66bc82563bb400
	CRC32	086439a9
	Example file location	---