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How to Download and Fix VSSVC.exe?

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

VSSVC.exe file Microsoft® Volume Shadow Copy Service. 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 VSSVC.exe related errors on your device. You can also download VSSVC.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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Fix VSSVC.exe errors

File info

General information
Filename VSSVC.exe
File extension EXE
Description Microsoft® Volume Shadow Copy Service
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.)
VSSVC.exe

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

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

VSSVC.exe

Error

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

OK

Problems related to VSSVC.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 VSSVC.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.

VSSVC.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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with VSSVC.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.

Windows Update

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

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. 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 VSSVC.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

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 VSSVC.exe file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the VSSVC.exe file with properly working version. To use the tool:

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

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

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

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

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the VSSVC.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 VSSVC.exe file

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of VSSVC.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 Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your VSSVC.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 VSSVC.exe
System Windows 10
File size 1099776 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
Download
File details
MD5 2fd5988ca6b862c8119704865709a182
SHA1 771b82e70f1130da418fdfd96a349db9c483f134
SHA256 f68488e5fe1e68316e569bd6aba85a123a64c30bf0660b95eea68969d541070c
CRC32 50c40cb8
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename VSSVC.exe
System Windows 8.1
File size 987136 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
Download
File details
MD5 3240b64013fe6d5df5f3bef3506a3d52
SHA1 f3f3daee66e20be4cd75fd2d01a050fc4d18789a
SHA256 5e8eb86c08cbe42cc018ac610d4f9459b2ced25fac3bc2d9860374b350299965
CRC32 1f990406
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename VSSVC.exe
System Windows 8
File size 1150464 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
Download
File details
MD5 700f5256dfcf1e65837f740ee0889f0f
SHA1 a77911a99b3082eca28a04f817d4d9f468e7507f
SHA256 491ba23fb51ba32897101f1e97c9635f720961ba2115d2fd336112f9bc802248
CRC32 ff7e5209
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Filename VSSVC.exe
System Windows 7
File size 1600512 bytes
Date 2010-11-21
Download
File details
MD5 b60ba0bc31b0cb414593e169f6f21cc2
SHA1 1d6f5a5de7154b75144c6a033c36fd86ff2bbe9b
SHA256 47b801e623254cf0202b3591cb5c019cabfb52f123c7d47e29d19b32f1f2b915
CRC32 9490857e
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename VSSVC.exe
System Windows Vista
File size 1433600 bytes
Date 2009-04-11
Download
File details
MD5 b75232dad33bfd95bf6f0a3e6bff51e1
SHA1 ce2fad3ac46964220c66a757286277374fce0814
SHA256 a8120040f144ad42a39347a615f31bf752634994d4d134e2fad23fea9c1d71df
CRC32 4d8e851e
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename VSSVC.exe
System Windows XP
File size 289792 bytes
Date 2008-04-14
Download
File details
MD5 7a9db3a67c333bf0bd42e42b8596854b
SHA1 d299fc4d44b5b6da61b6e7d68a9191b22378a9dd
SHA256 d31a9a3b1aaab373edd73b674102395212fcb616f829e938b7b2b7be7d4752c5
CRC32 740318c9
Example file location ---