How to Download and Fix fs_rec.sys?

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

fs_rec.sys file File System Recognizer 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 fs_rec.sys related errors on your device. You can also download fs_rec.sys file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP 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 XP

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 fs_rec.sys

4.1 List of fs_rec.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	fs_rec.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	File System Recognizer 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 fs_rec.sys file related problems

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

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

fs_rec.sys

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of fs_rec.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\
Windows XP: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 26520 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	839968f270a8cbddcfdd39afe4658a36
	SHA1	22621c7962eebe66e87eb721dda2561feb7e6bee
	SHA256	70e8fd6eaf96cd391a38b27aa639fda6591bae478eb632033e7cb4ff6b933882
	CRC32	030d6f70
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename fs_rec.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 24928 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	6496f5e84cbc8c6d697939d6518d9b7a
	SHA1	c2da52a8315212d868fb46caccb4645beb401e97
	SHA256	1e518fc7b478356e997e86fdd06a01a6833407c25f67a85cc91a49ec6f2eaeb1
	CRC32	e2a80b50
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename fs_rec.sys

System Windows 8

File size 21232 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	28e64cac27fe3a7ca34e2f93e9a8092a
	SHA1	96fac60114cb450f8cf0dc9922dfaa4741ad5777
	SHA256	afef4babe162581217fca01ad2e637a9049b584f6ffb562355e1edd61dabfb4f
	CRC32	95b68607
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename fs_rec.sys

System Windows 7

File size 23104 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	e95ef8547de20cf0603557c0cf7a9462
	SHA1	8496a18f80e792e0702c9f7cad5fe263007286f6
	SHA256	55540b06b7b380ca2da6eee2d76c6cd6131adb02b2d0b172a36536863a0c57b6
	CRC32	66fd10b1
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename fs_rec.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 16384 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	29d99e860a1ca0a03c6a733fdd0da703
	SHA1	666ddcc802fe424f0716047aff63a10b116039a8
	SHA256	a5caefbfdd74991eceaa068572e8faf51bea2cd4eb39d28eeb60d936760e3589
	CRC32	eb35ad1a
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename fs_rec.sys

System Windows XP

File size 7936 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	3e1e2bd4f39b0e2b7dc4f4d2bcc2779a
	SHA1	2dff9aebc441753bbdbf18856337ecae85abcf06
	SHA256	ec635e071201a766845d48973772cbe0958942b4162f3f5f70660d114cc877e0
	CRC32	77985182
	Example file location	---