Download and Fix avc.sys

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

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

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

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 avc.sys

4.1 List of avc.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	avc.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	AVC Driver

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Dynamic link library
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common avc.sys file related problems

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

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

avc.sys

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\avc.inf_x86_88539d1a11fabb9f\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\avc.inf_x86_0a23e534d274c7dd\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\avc.inf_x86_0a23e534d274c7dd\
Windows 7: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 40448 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	ab05dcd38c2b2ffd08b58349d21e5fed
	SHA1	083a1899b3cae848b27436ac1afa6e2ff7d3a270
	SHA256	e383811b491062ef768d7fb0585128976d209dff8eb7778d41e70dae36324bca
	CRC32	6fd06d0c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\avc.inf_x86_88539d1a11fabb9f\

Filename avc.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 39808 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	eb866f098b3b4b655b5b0f2404f8fabf
	SHA1	bce39fe264873ab206726a655203a027c5620b45
	SHA256	3cefbfa4f11ca9876d032636a8d610a4bb089a1fbde760eed1c643f08b3e33a6
	CRC32	5ba37067
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\avc.inf_x86_0a23e534d274c7dd\

Filename avc.sys

System Windows 8

File size 40064 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	ed8a5f69177dfa2c153b24a6c8a12958
	SHA1	b121b16cbab284d14aaceb013f23e0c8722a3637
	SHA256	7d9643a00e4563e96700a79e209ccbab5916514df50e487a88027c0cdcb2a767
	CRC32	5be59ff9
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\avc.inf_x86_0a23e534d274c7dd\

Filename avc.sys

System Windows 7

File size 48768 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	16fabe84916623d0607e4a975544032c
	SHA1	3e9fcd407099b9fa9dea4ecfdf2c3237685178ff
	SHA256	9d960cae27b1769ed5b024c0a3375912432521c73c1f59e21111596a7981bdc3
	CRC32	5bf19687
	Example file location	---

Filename avc.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 48768 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	116ea943b2b821c7a7c1c15458538886
	SHA1	4246bda34595b14cd128965a7ef4b3fd60cc2cd1
	SHA256	8d34b1b7a755f3a20bf862afe257f88bcc6c771e749a5cf601785c2e7475e156
	CRC32	a93f47e4
	Example file location	---

Filename avc.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 48768 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	295fa2878ff499c0edfa0ebcc8c6ec66
	SHA1	5acedf66d352e5e936d6279aa63b4a5db5ad2348
	SHA256	a7b6b77af94eac146622a5d9af0ee21b7ac427e177e04042944268bc0513155e
	CRC32	9d0e88f9
	Example file location	---