Troubleshoot chkntfs.exe Errors and Download File

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

chkntfs.exe file NTFS Volume Maintenance Utility. 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 chkntfs.exe related errors on your device. You can also download chkntfs.exe 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 chkntfs.exe

4.1 List of chkntfs.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	chkntfs.exe
File extension	EXE
Description	NTFS Volume Maintenance Utility

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

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

Most common chkntfs.exe file related problems

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

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

chkntfs.exe

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

Problems related to chkntfs.exe 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 chkntfs.exe 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 chkntfs.exe errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace chkntfs.exe 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 chkntfs.exe file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of chkntfs.exe 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 chkntfs.exe 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 chkntfs.exe

System Windows 10

File size 19968 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	07fc8b77957daadf4a574ba7778ae45f
	SHA1	494e15e6a06a95ab360fcea583da3c512c9c3db3
	SHA256	197910f39c10c377b09b0dedb24f330f3baa8454c44879105ff5b326877744fd
	CRC32	6324b292
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename chkntfs.exe

System Windows 8.1

File size 18944 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	1085ed38c71081b80e697f35726a6c0a
	SHA1	99bcc54f461190927e9eb8c4efd8df9badbe3445
	SHA256	e0b09ec52e8733fb6be9688478d2640ecaa5b091fca4b2f8cb0fd383f738d112
	CRC32	a33c4b1b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename chkntfs.exe

System Windows 8

File size 18944 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	84ae1d4bc7363eda5416bf5b030c0856
	SHA1	8d8e3965b78822caa3fc00565e9e064a5e16cade
	SHA256	74926619d9cabed982c62a282015aa6b9619c109c3f4be0ae3c6b8e37a61a479
	CRC32	3658145b
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename chkntfs.exe

System Windows 7

File size 18944 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	6180176559b0db34de083764728f87b5
	SHA1	3680aabfda7584984a35e9115c0636d092592ce6
	SHA256	02b315f6985dd7265254fcf53257ba92c76e404d6176b231ca527c2705ea3332
	CRC32	6c5f8104
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename chkntfs.exe

System Windows 7

File size 16896 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	c3f8de185a0d1d3eb779a8d45ceda2c2
	SHA1	c20dbf26dfad64cd25a8c1f5367b4d256f8f9b3c
	SHA256	c08c20d96221fe934044f522662de403440f94c3ce3f04ecce37f0aeb03499d3
	CRC32	246b0a61
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename chkntfs.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 18944 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	9a15448bbdf1cc01c24d3c4e81fb155d
	SHA1	30644029f6937b5e806ca42457dab4bc61f88e10
	SHA256	a23d250cb186587ffe8ca61d7301e0d6630c8232d6beac4331c13c7bb0d5dee1
	CRC32	877f7766
	Example file location	---

Filename chkntfs.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 16896 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	ff51594c43c27b3fb283e1c4927c65ff
	SHA1	c16c0ba1f5bf9f20bf2753b0400431f57ddb644e
	SHA256	4e071d3a487e5bcd94c1c789a4cdd7e4063069d245da3180ea9f853fc1e1d704
	CRC32	a3ad2a64
	Example file location	---

Filename chkntfs.exe

System Windows XP

File size 11264 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	8c0e9012eb04596b757fa4c547438908
	SHA1	88ec16d8648f9628f598425d77ba4379d2c7c0fd
	SHA256	9e1d250f8f5b826eacb46a9a04c918a0286f24d3032b3e720cc58daf2d2ece34
	CRC32	b6f55e13
	Example file location	---