ks.sys - How to Fix? Download Now

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

ks.sys file Kernel CSA Library. 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 ks.sys related errors on your device. You can also download ks.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 ks.sys

4.1 List of ks.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	ks.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	Kernel CSA Library

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 ks.sys file related problems

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

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

ks.sys

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 298496 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	b760f101b8dc996c56423894bcf9bfef
	SHA1	51987ad18e693feaf871e8a0dff1384a8f62948e
	SHA256	13b51bf917eb19b5b7d48606d1603c2065a5c90f819a7f679b789b1652ed43e9
	CRC32	095eb8d1
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename ks.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 218112 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	2d01f7f25b79b8ef8020961c686bd470
	SHA1	aea07538207ed1728c5dc923570949034f86b04f
	SHA256	655fc975a60247cc6ee27fc00e14c705643f589c5ee992af15c7621ece4184e9
	CRC32	12831c86
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename ks.sys

System Windows 8

File size 242688 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	923421f42917878618b7ad90cbb70403
	SHA1	2c7519bbee90749a00688bd8362f95d562a0564a
	SHA256	23b598345f5c2fd70eaffbc1879431f8c877d343ff08a4cd09d62ead4368ff35
	CRC32	6523c8a4
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename ks.sys

System Windows 7

File size 243712 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	24fbf5cc5c04150073c315a7c83521ee
	SHA1	ebb2d2d515f686027257ca049a6aae32d3944104
	SHA256	581bd5f15b5e57b3baa762e421ffd859fda46ddb8515c2a7aaff208d784e906c
	CRC32	720c18d1
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename ks.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 188416 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	6df6a6e5642d97b07214b1fbed4a15b3
	SHA1	cc987fef2c5eef525928c80178a3a0c81267b9b7
	SHA256	97de476f5a9ed3c31b01918fdff7275895b4f7f8ab0b28de59e9e9da2f262747
	CRC32	a6ff333c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename ks.sys

System Windows XP

File size 141056 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	0753515f78df7f271a5e61c20bcd36a1
	SHA1	60a4cc4749266aa18c71f752b4d44865265acc44
	SHA256	a8d600cd0c592dfb875de2d4f1aedb207b80a43cf724051b6552bb6e539e9afc
	CRC32	289ef21e
	Example file location	---