Download and Fix amdsata.sys

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

amdsata.sys file AHCI 1.3 Device Driver. 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 amdsata.sys related errors on your device. You can also download amdsata.sys file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7

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 amdsata.sys

4.1 List of amdsata.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	amdsata.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	AHCI 1.3 Device Driver

Software
Program	AHCI 1.3 Device Driver
Author	Advanced Micro Devices

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Driver
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	Copyright © 2008-2015 AMD, Inc.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	Neutral

Most common amdsata.sys file related problems

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

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

amdsata.sys

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

Problems related to amdsata.sys 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 amdsata.sys 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 amdsata.sys errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace amdsata.sys 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 amdsata.sys file.

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows 7: ---

If the steps did not solve your amdsata.sys 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 amdsata.sys

System Windows 10

File size 75168 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	e7854cfc7b3ad5218251f1239c8dfecc
	SHA1	5bb0c99742eab3c3fd0b0a521e8da234f81117da
	SHA256	c7c6f7e28b1ef4d72ed881d54d557a403f8ba7d395580a4bc229752359142f49
	CRC32	878b92c1
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename amdsata.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 72544 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	5558a0eb3082eac88c0578abce0c707d
	SHA1	e255dfc7830ad3fac40b1d1ad70a7d8a5e2fc4e7
	SHA256	46ddffe4e3dc5e98b06ca6dcf508c8b7bbcd1c9bed8dfa74b48aa08498e76ef2
	CRC32	86729f7a
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename amdsata.sys

System Windows 8

File size 67312 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	8d5d89177552edfd5c9730cce79f7fcc
	SHA1	d0074edab20fd355d6c9fba9597a8d8d5a9fb96f
	SHA256	5a62f0fa7c2a2ebdd88b0670ca017b96c82d1591bf50ddc58b93518cef67d179
	CRC32	0283450a
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename amdsata.sys

System Windows 7

File size 107904 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	6ec6d772eae38dc17c14aed9b178d24b
	SHA1	3a1da1f8a0cf4045616c80122c3580764b5d7192
	SHA256	b4fb936b31b1265b8cc6b426c64965c34d0ccf1638e645acd65e88f4affc57a6
	CRC32	a2791b49
	Example file location	---