avcstrm.sys - How to Fix? Download Now

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

avcstrm.sys file Microsoft WDM AVC Streaming filter 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 avcstrm.sys related errors on your device. You can also download avcstrm.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 avcstrm.sys

4.1 List of avcstrm.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	avcstrm.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	Microsoft WDM AVC Streaming filter 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 avcstrm.sys file related problems

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

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

avcstrm.sys

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of avcstrm.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 avcstrm.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 avcstrm.sys

System Windows 10

File size 15872 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	06e91553ac6e52e143301c5235570b06
	SHA1	5ab37817f0a170a2fa25c7f8f9c0966a30e686eb
	SHA256	cdf7b0200da647036503519d15f51bfa17151bcbb6b78a89897b5a785d3f579d
	CRC32	4a2d1a1b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\avc.inf_x86_88539d1a11fabb9f\

Filename avcstrm.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 14592 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	93582fda4d439d22098761e599acbfd4
	SHA1	db639fde345293ecc379d92a392fa172c4881624
	SHA256	0f35a0f78fda64c484894e6c1f8018418ac91665b043b6541299a522d5c84beb
	CRC32	dae56a2b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\avc.inf_x86_0a23e534d274c7dd\

Filename avcstrm.sys

System Windows 8

File size 14592 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	a41b7e7fee1afc906e971d386d7b2f6d
	SHA1	731a49ef1729dce076962f47e1af05e085ce910d
	SHA256	6651d9c1f698d206f350140e0a514db0bd2672ec76fa1391153c2e84217764dc
	CRC32	a3a3e310
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\avc.inf_x86_0a23e534d274c7dd\

Filename avcstrm.sys

System Windows 7

File size 17664 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	155f536d6181508929f4fe177f4167ce
	SHA1	da41622821ae79252f29486f9a588727c40cb2e1
	SHA256	479b100da05edfadedc6853b561ff3ac6a00403ab8a54f83887b8d0bb4d76886
	CRC32	3be2234b
	Example file location	---

Filename avcstrm.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 17536 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	044320c8073293e02d000671e1e7a592
	SHA1	a9ccadb12db302b5d57bacc771df85fad89205bd
	SHA256	063cf9cb1a6351dc1b91fbb60c13fb1f135be9c4053e341aa3097b7be00d4c87
	CRC32	9c238e0b
	Example file location	---

Filename avcstrm.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 17536 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	2449540b6802bc11b46bdbdc8b80849e
	SHA1	a587127e06aa9a96d1a4da0914272587948b5f37
	SHA256	0f77254e106f2324c098b6498a808ef464c6c024c0bb60c7fec17dc07a7381f5
	CRC32	8c68fe3a
	Example file location	---