SAM.LOG1 - How to Fix? Download Now

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing SAM.LOG1 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 SAM.LOG1 file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

SAM.LOG1 file Windows Registry Hive 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 SAM.LOG1 related errors on your device. You can also download SAM.LOG1 file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, 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 SAM.LOG1

4.1 List of SAM.LOG1 file versions

File info

General information
Filename	SAM.LOG1
File extension	LOG1
Type	Data
Description	Windows Registry Hive Log

Software
Program	Office 2010
Software	Office
Author	Microsoft
Software version	2010

Details
File size	25600
Oldest file	2012-07-26
Latest file	2017-05-10

Most common SAM.LOG1 file related problems

There are various types of errors related to SAM.LOG1 file. SAM.LOG1 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 SAM.LOG1 file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

SAM.LOG1 is corrupted
SAM.LOG1 cannot be located
Runtime Error - SAM.LOG1
SAM.LOG1 file error
SAM.LOG1 file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register SAM.LOG1 file:
SAM.LOG1 file could not be loaded
SAM.LOG1 file doesn't exist

SAM.LOG1

Application could not be started because SAM.LOG1 file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to SAM.LOG1 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 SAM.LOG1 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 SAM.LOG1 errors in just few steps?

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

SAM.LOG1 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 SAM.LOG1 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 SAM.LOG1 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 SAM.LOG1 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 SAM.LOG1 file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the SAM.LOG1 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 SAM.LOG1 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 SAM.LOG1 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 SAM.LOG1 file

The last solution is to manually download and replace SAM.LOG1 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 SAM.LOG1 file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of SAM.LOG1 file example directory paths.

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

If the steps did not solve your SAM.LOG1 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 SAM.LOG1

System Windows 10

File size 32768 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	1a97875a63eab1e5c061e8fce406a0c0
	SHA1	81388df9dbb30d2cf548fb9a3c3a434bba0116f1
	SHA256	574b4e7c5211d3106e865216fb887221ab2bf67a9deb275aad4fb556216766e4
	CRC32	f91af402
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\config\

Filename SAM.LOG1

System Windows 10

File size 65536 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	02150bd372d0a3e4c6c85728caac4cfe
	SHA1	c9cc0e64392ad53134ff90b4ed7e027df9caa6f8
	SHA256	d6a1984002d66f82491ef9744f8bf745032d3e3e38d299aaa1084cca330f5e5e
	CRC32	c4447b2e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\config\

Filename SAM.LOG1

System Windows 8.1

File size 28672 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	1ec29c02d1da7950187acd04ad82c13a
	SHA1	a9ac5895b7afb81ebba058e02ed54dc0b7230051
	SHA256	3c614e5a3ee623ee90a73434aa3b1a824c01caee86f35fa761e9795cf166daa8
	CRC32	0a7a7436
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\config\

Filename SAM.LOG1

System Windows 8

File size 32768 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	f5042170b04db8ffd91afd7277ed0d5d
	SHA1	327d806f85446ddda314fc333bfda09623f298b1
	SHA256	e3c1ef79eaaf031c72fe5aab7c56f4786bd50a1bed95c7fbb6fc84bdd9f02106
	CRC32	1708602e
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\config\

Filename SAM.LOG1

System Windows 7

File size 25600 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	40c084ee662c9311077aa4f17ae17721
	SHA1	5e9a24c09a494e0a42c41b3bf66f0390bb35af6e
	SHA256	86ba3ede902ca462a19791997abed77f1fda49cb25160fe907b520a83d56ed9d
	CRC32	1db1bbff
	Example file location	---

Filename SAM.LOG1

System Windows 7

File size 25600 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	e38201a61ca5c561757e834d337a0ea7
	SHA1	35a4242d245c22a71063ba2828e6121c9d022fc0
	SHA256	b4109bac7125093ff19f22f7be67c7faf63a22cda28787d106178d891aafb1dc
	CRC32	30774108
	Example file location	---

Filename SAM.LOG1

System Windows Vista

File size 262144 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	42796cc197aa8ae5b8dacf8c4019ac55
	SHA1	91a71b36e33ee3d656cfd95bb74e2c0fcfa2ceba
	SHA256	3486d48e1ecca7c354887ee29532385f57a7ae9d898d37d747b25af2149afaaa
	CRC32	b527e7ee
	Example file location	---

Filename SAM.LOG1

System Windows Vista

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	---

Filename SAM.LOG1

System Windows Vista

File size 262144 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

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File details
	MD5	1635ee1eaa8230ea537bc8777ee20a39
	SHA1	14967f6f1607a85eacefb61c0dcab8faf87a553f
	SHA256	ce16f6adafba69942da7267f8c75e74a79c5632fde34e675efc32603dcf495bb
	CRC32	6e7e90a6
	Example file location	---

Filename SAM.LOG1

System Windows 8

File size 32768 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	1a97875a63eab1e5c061e8fce406a0c0
	SHA1	81388df9dbb30d2cf548fb9a3c3a434bba0116f1
	SHA256	574b4e7c5211d3106e865216fb887221ab2bf67a9deb275aad4fb556216766e4
	CRC32	f91af402
	Example file location	---