How to Download and Fix hpmc.sys?

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

hpmc.sys file HP DLT/Optical 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 hpmc.sys related errors on your device. You can also download hpmc.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 hpmc.sys

4.1 List of hpmc.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	hpmc.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	HP DLT/Optical 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 hpmc.sys file related problems

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

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

hpmc.sys

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 15360 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	d8578598c9ebc5b5bf7696666bac8ec2
	SHA1	1635ca3744eb3d4d006ffd2759fd743cecda7f92
	SHA256	c9e15a4f3c9f1a9e7f35c6b13452fe0b2e5d7c5fcdba92219a961c52d7843bf4
	CRC32	c1c9cbe2
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_ba100587bcd18b1c\

Filename hpmc.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 14336 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	d3f060617f42ca543b17ac0af33fc772
	SHA1	83961e3616a109b76ebb345b11cb6e73f64fccd4
	SHA256	1a92522fe231738e097fbadde1e9ebbbd39662dd309f647a0e4bbc7014bcfa9b
	CRC32	d9837bd0
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_86a2bc5c83e005e4\

Filename hpmc.sys

System Windows 8

File size 14848 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	68081e479df57ec5c8ceaf74b42c784e
	SHA1	cc034e029fa435f51f853dea999de94aa001fdd8
	SHA256	5ea4bad4b833d8f70f3193406c11bd27b5f079a2c99ca0eaa2fcd94316002e1c
	CRC32	cb0af6e0
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_86a2bc5c83e005e4\

Filename hpmc.sys

System Windows 7

File size 17920 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	4daa62394ed2271b3fa173a897e2517f
	SHA1	1dac4a3ccc692133e3985171c721f8e2a717e83d
	SHA256	90bd9805184779617d16ae9f0afdd7888559ad5ffd7398e6cfc1c2bb08c5246d
	CRC32	83782143
	Example file location	---

Filename hpmc.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 17920 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	85742ad039126884003eb4337326323d
	SHA1	0e57430a98612157c33636a0d8248378d4e7822d
	SHA256	af7ed83b132549fd933050cfbf2903ed0cac45658a9f0c0d3fb2ff85cf5b4f33
	CRC32	cd810d3e
	Example file location	---

Filename hpmc.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 17408 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	9bbe24105a118ada4eff157200317414
	SHA1	e81d0c042f01061f5e0393eed85337d96b7f626a
	SHA256	85c8119290d852da0b3701c2e28b452eeeb57f2ed5b9839a28e4b9eb98f539a6
	CRC32	c482c90e
	Example file location	---