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

luafv.sys file LUA File Virtualization Filter 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 luafv.sys related errors on your device. You can also download luafv.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.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista

File info

General information
Filename luafv.sys
File extension SYS
Description LUA File Virtualization Filter 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.)
luafv.sys

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

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

luafv.sys

Error

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

OK

Problems related to luafv.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 luafv.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.

luafv.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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with luafv.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.

Windows Update

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to luafv.sys file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. 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 luafv.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

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 luafv.sys file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the luafv.sys file with properly working version. To use the tool:

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "cmd" in the search field
  3. Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
  4. Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
  5. Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the luafv.sys file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "System Restore" in the search field
  3. Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
  4. The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
  5. After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the luafv.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 luafv.sys file

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

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

If the steps did not solve your luafv.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 luafv.sys
System Windows 10
File size 97792 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 1e7a84ee2056b87bce65ee63792f6264
SHA1 39036541cf8dd9a198099cb2aa9a79e27342afb6
SHA256 4155553833e8f3e4da02b36f879d5160d3f07fce62622cb8e7d184ab3a43d5fe
CRC32 02466600
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Filename luafv.sys
System Windows 8.1
File size 97280 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 a1e31c77f407f629f430a070b8747a44
SHA1 a1a315e126a3a130b6ecaf71eb891ec2ba39461d
SHA256 80e50d95cbdb85dba2462bf133140afeab2d047f70168e87ce95e8d90a83c99e
CRC32 d58fbb05
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Filename luafv.sys
System Windows 8
File size 102400 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 f731770c339feb6563397d410793a756
SHA1 d555c0bef22ae933b33644efa725b7f6f23cd909
SHA256 6338f009be439ae507ac878ace92d96a8a87fd9efea2b47d5a350a835c98a427
CRC32 5cea4efd
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Filename luafv.sys
System Windows 7
File size 113152 bytes
Date 2009-07-13
File details
MD5 43d0f98e1d56ccddb0d5254cff7b356e
SHA1 6beddd546b6058cd20c3742b71621a26c9606862
SHA256 5ba498183b5c4996c694cb0a9a6b66ce6c7a460f6c91beb9f305486fcc3b7b22
CRC32 e5515954
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Filename luafv.sys
System Windows Vista
File size 109568 bytes
Date 2008-01-21
File details
MD5 52f87b9cc8932c2a7375c3b2a9be5e3e
SHA1 57c1517de20f1692d9673196abc1c5466909a063
SHA256 2eb22dd418d4934bdd22c5db49d5d06178ec0419ab5cc28dd544ca91823987b0
CRC32 3b8a4c7d
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\drivers\