dfsc.sys - Repair Issues and Download

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

dfsc.sys file DFS Namespace Client 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 dfsc.sys related errors on your device. You can also download dfsc.sys file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, 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

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 dfsc.sys

4.1 List of dfsc.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	dfsc.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	DFS Namespace Client Driver

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

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

Most common dfsc.sys file related problems

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

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

dfsc.sys

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of dfsc.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: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

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

System Windows 10

File size 111616 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	7851086e5188d976c9cd4dbded399f4d
	SHA1	a8c156e64cd4945ae214c63792e3fed3593b2c4f
	SHA256	452964bba8dc9ea64f4681dcadd2cb0f9192d7e41aa0060d85719f4cbf9ab6da
	CRC32	e71ba773
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename dfsc.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 102400 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	55758ebbc45e1628161121d7cfead4a1
	SHA1	499aebc902b373d52937a2e0305e47e27636cffe
	SHA256	566b90d1600b5b0f71b85b7b5f775d3e77c3b8c73ce13a848784a9ec74478c80
	CRC32	daaff244
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename dfsc.sys

System Windows 8

File size 92160 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	b21fdac50fcd4ce53c203f097273532a
	SHA1	cfd18d683e2067364060011a182eb9f643bcacbd
	SHA256	c148da5fe4a8a98fe63cbb36cf8b57dd339535cee62b49a707e41f97794c0232
	CRC32	fb7f851b
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename dfsc.sys

System Windows 7

File size 102400 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	9bb2ef44eaa163b29c4a4587887a0fe4
	SHA1	e08d5a13454855ab30d3eeddeed475718b91386d
	SHA256	03667bc3ea5003f4236929c10f23d8f108afcb29db5559e751fb26dfb318636f
	CRC32	0646d50d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename dfsc.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 97792 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	36cd31121f228e7e79bae60aa45764c6
	SHA1	0faacfbe7c820beecadcbf1fdbe70b96c3666a2b
	SHA256	d01df728615eff67756e8104cd7622ea859d2ee93d48777e699178b27388390b
	CRC32	e933e97a
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\