elmsmc.sys - How to Fix? Download Now

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

elmsmc.sys file Elms DVL Medium changer 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 elmsmc.sys related errors on your device. You can also download elmsmc.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 elmsmc.sys

4.1 List of elmsmc.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	elmsmc.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	Elms DVL Medium changer 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	Neutral

Most common elmsmc.sys file related problems

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

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

elmsmc.sys

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_ba100587bcd18b1c\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_86a2bc5c83e005e4\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_86a2bc5c83e005e4\
Windows 7: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 10240 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	ec88da8c464a227f69f8431bc459ce42
	SHA1	fa6c53bc4c1afee04b808936d8913c622e5450e4
	SHA256	fcfe94ace8463f7a6d59dc08ee825a6f8455d75f0fb80bf5478a8b94d6b9dae2
	CRC32	e533a656
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_ba100587bcd18b1c\

Filename elmsmc.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 10240 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	4454ff7a6f350d3380e9a5f0be93d114
	SHA1	5151c61f410563783ac73a978a8669112241d37c
	SHA256	deca7c8e0dec182c996115fa936fa56bbfd0f0939cf4094f7036eab2e7b6fbf0
	CRC32	8860592e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_86a2bc5c83e005e4\

Filename elmsmc.sys

System Windows 8

File size 10240 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	d9dc6cfbaf99bb0fe47fe1cdce178dce
	SHA1	f047a124781e34d82c925ca753013a603ce18047
	SHA256	c1e28348961e34845fa245e3ca56a5622d896d83a6a75955d3fc1662418e3497
	CRC32	6b636776
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_86a2bc5c83e005e4\

Filename elmsmc.sys

System Windows 7

File size 12288 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	7a45919428c8eba2ddcde798578d0468
	SHA1	bf6f7cd2c878cae82048838816e1afb68492d3cc
	SHA256	01d7320431fb47fe1bff55d532ccbdfc6bfff3a80b654ce1da251aba0fbdc4f8
	CRC32	8b01985c
	Example file location	---

Filename elmsmc.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 12288 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	8db5ee3c971a74a66b3865a0f676fa56
	SHA1	7556b2c2bfb6de7b85f2660011d72a7089c71b4e
	SHA256	34baf20fd854fd3242cd56ce986b2b5387c972499ed5d90d29e8eb506b9ef6ff
	CRC32	13442c74
	Example file location	---

Filename elmsmc.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 12288 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	b089571ae683c3307ac96e48bb920eb3
	SHA1	898b95bb0cd43ce283fd2b117e24c81212a188d0
	SHA256	d965de00da0a4c0b2694f909e3e4293e5bffdffae76bd9fcdb13914f472c84ac
	CRC32	bc0dc16a
	Example file location	---