SYSTEM.LOG Troubleshoot and Download

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

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

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

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 SYSTEM.LOG

4.1 List of SYSTEM.LOG file versions

File info

General information
Filename	SYSTEM.LOG
File extension	LOG
Type	Text
Description	Log

Software
Program	Office 2003
Software	Office
Author	Microsoft
Software version	2003

Details
File size	1024
Oldest file	2009-04-11
Latest file	2017-05-10

Most common SYSTEM.LOG file related problems

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

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

SYSTEM.LOG

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

Problems related to SYSTEM.LOG 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 SYSTEM.LOG 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 SYSTEM.LOG errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace SYSTEM.LOG 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 SYSTEM.LOG file.

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

Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\config\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\config\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\config\
Windows XP: C:\Windows\System32\config\
Windows XP: C:\Windows\System32\config\
Windows XP: C:\Windows\System32\config\
Windows XP: C:\Windows\System32\config\
Windows 8: ---

If the steps did not solve your SYSTEM.LOG 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 SYSTEM.LOG

System Windows 8.1

File size 0 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	d41d8cd98f00b204e9800998ecf8427e
	SHA1	da39a3ee5e6b4b0d3255bfef95601890afd80709
	SHA256	e3b0c44298fc1c149afbf4c8996fb92427ae41e4649b934ca495991b7852b855
	CRC32	00000000
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\config\

Filename SYSTEM.LOG

System Windows 7

File size 1024 bytes

Date 2011-04-12

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File details
	MD5	21e73c1eaad2f64eb183991301b9199f
	SHA1	d6f707df09766a1a470cad8d179e82cf99c10a1d
	SHA256	be58788780d84feb59abc986adde1521d1f06ee40bae4ea3d0dbb5567bf32e7b
	CRC32	71dfde22
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\config\

Filename SYSTEM.LOG

System Windows Vista

File size 1024 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	89a2a755fde31d764677b6b765aac2fe
	SHA1	a022347691a8fd02839749c189d46a275cc47b13
	SHA256	a116b41b8f65846ce8d895ee9ba1f56178f023afcfd8e27c7665369b58be48c9
	CRC32	b0d47fc5
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\config\

Filename SYSTEM.LOG

System Windows XP

File size 1024 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	d973fa92d45b0f9a87e68c37572d2aff
	SHA1	d170b48760f4523529e32b2c3f29dd642d8c5578
	SHA256	31e1ae67568c621c3560161fdd99a1e8abd7fcf64b4b1a2d0066fa8b681b1ac8
	CRC32	0f6a6375
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\config\

Filename SYSTEM.LOG

System Windows XP

File size 1024 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	880485a4298bb842cae67334f9e66d6d
	SHA1	5b1faca02c2908e066372f504738da9c9fcf4bd9
	SHA256	d325cf7d6439b0c4957c9ed02429be216847a301137d0f2e9c312e19281d4f1d
	CRC32	125b588a
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\config\

Filename SYSTEM.LOG

System Windows XP

File size 1024 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	b4359125d92a13b20eff90662d5b1659
	SHA1	8f8237bf41303853e51331a9995a57793d4f23d8
	SHA256	22fba8b09c1068567ceed945782f620d25337c5d26ff628f538686336381948d
	CRC32	706889c2
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\config\

Filename SYSTEM.LOG

System Windows XP

File size 1024 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	4930d38f2c22195a38ca123abb9fe540
	SHA1	c764fa87aed271f78c1b97fddd0298f9a206a287
	SHA256	35b570cea7c13b0f8eb2f598a5529dc4b666c263f3b92a253e394b6ae7d7ff3b
	CRC32	26e29de3
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\config\

Filename SYSTEM.LOG

System Windows 8

File size 0 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	d41d8cd98f00b204e9800998ecf8427e
	SHA1	da39a3ee5e6b4b0d3255bfef95601890afd80709
	SHA256	e3b0c44298fc1c149afbf4c8996fb92427ae41e4649b934ca495991b7852b855
	CRC32	00000000
	Example file location	---