Fix DEFAULT.SAV Errors

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

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

Compatible with: 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 DEFAULT.SAV

4.1 List of DEFAULT.SAV file versions

File info

General information
Filename	DEFAULT.SAV
File extension	SAV
Type	Game
Description	Saved Game

Software
Program	Windows XP
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	XP

Details
File size	94208
Oldest file	2009-04-11
Latest file	2017-04-24

Most common DEFAULT.SAV file related problems

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

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

DEFAULT.SAV

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

Problems related to DEFAULT.SAV 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 DEFAULT.SAV 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 DEFAULT.SAV errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace DEFAULT.SAV 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 DEFAULT.SAV file.

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

Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\config\
Windows XP: C:\Windows\System32\config\

If the steps did not solve your DEFAULT.SAV 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 DEFAULT.SAV

System Windows Vista

File size 110592 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	651c86d95bf7f085f5838fc8f0c91979
	SHA1	9606263e61c347543aaf4566ea8910ff8142d73a
	SHA256	18b49cd1c7b3028fe4d197f7f291a45d80bbdd2aafbb893953e1577270ff5018
	CRC32	0fa453cf
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\config\

Filename DEFAULT.SAV

System Windows XP

File size 94208 bytes

Date 2017-04-24

Download

File details
	MD5	02050fb06aea1aebe1f9798a89e23345
	SHA1	9a3820cc24b7f5086da86015d471cba059a45575
	SHA256	14d0d3fbce0c4971701032065818095e8b0366618f576b8b1561a996008c6690
	CRC32	f7fc3c4f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\config\