exabyte2.sys Troubleshoot and Download

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing exabyte2.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 exabyte2.sys file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

exabyte2.sys file SCSI Tape 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 exabyte2.sys related errors on your device. You can also download exabyte2.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

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Fix exabyte2.sys errors

1 Information about exabyte2.sys file
2 Errors related to exabyte2.sys file
3 How to fix exabyte2.sys related errors?

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download exabyte2.sys

4.1 List of exabyte2.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	exabyte2.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	SCSI Tape 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 exabyte2.sys file related problems

There are various types of errors related to exabyte2.sys file. exabyte2.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 exabyte2.sys file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

exabyte2.sys is corrupted
exabyte2.sys cannot be located
Runtime Error - exabyte2.sys
exabyte2.sys file error
exabyte2.sys file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register exabyte2.sys file:
exabyte2.sys file could not be loaded
exabyte2.sys file doesn't exist

exabyte2.sys

Application could not be started because exabyte2.sys file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to exabyte2.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 exabyte2.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 exabyte2.sys errors in just few steps?

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

exabyte2.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 exabyte2.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 exabyte2.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 exabyte2.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 exabyte2.sys file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the exabyte2.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 exabyte2.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 exabyte2.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 exabyte2.sys file

The last solution is to manually download and replace exabyte2.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 exabyte2.sys file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of exabyte2.sys file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\tape.inf_x86_be718dd37e2d90a9\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\tape.inf_x86_96cb007e30908b6e\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\tape.inf_x86_96cb007e30908b6e\
Windows 7: ---
Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your exabyte2.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 exabyte2.sys

System Windows 10

File size 9728 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	ea508b77b1b791bb6edab0f56dc23fae
	SHA1	e2fd9d070f815526442443cd710eb57202232278
	SHA256	f9b796c8e0602814c38d9d1552773cc80a8e04e46e8add63d6d3720261eec90a
	CRC32	49372a43
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\tape.inf_x86_be718dd37e2d90a9\

Filename exabyte2.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 9216 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	fd5abb85f951dddb139224d74a3d84f8
	SHA1	a2d422014067341f8a6f09847488dbb701539623
	SHA256	70c0830a11b9bf10fc8247ec815db6b44a58e2d863dac2ee676109be3a2e1046
	CRC32	3393541e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\tape.inf_x86_96cb007e30908b6e\

Filename exabyte2.sys

System Windows 8

File size 9216 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	3a987d757e2a20e9664bbbb601434ea4
	SHA1	a0b7fd84d67c157bed1c3e41d99f6682eeeec129
	SHA256	1b1b76d237bc2023b92599bd899d4c28a398efdaaa1245cd84996721b7bc6f09
	CRC32	d976feda
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\tape.inf_x86_96cb007e30908b6e\

Filename exabyte2.sys

System Windows 7

File size 10240 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	9b89a775d68085dad93b97ebb11e3fd2
	SHA1	598e898db9cdde0b9eaf9461d7d52e9525bd1b85
	SHA256	20c8f54be31d84ab40f8adac644bfb44dfb2ce4c5f8b269ca8953de236fe4bae
	CRC32	86eb9f57
	Example file location	---

Filename exabyte2.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 10240 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	cd94a0d65115c9e63567dc16a23eaf65
	SHA1	dd43566ebf162281b8e4fdb200bd871c406930ee
	SHA256	02aa2a5de1f6920d2a9ad6a598f90b64815dc63d72551eced12e82c9c92632a7
	CRC32	edc51f5e
	Example file location	---