mcd.sys Informations - Download and Fix

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

mcd.sys file Medium changer class 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 mcd.sys related errors on your device. You can also download mcd.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 mcd.sys

4.1 List of mcd.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	mcd.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	Medium changer class 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 mcd.sys file related problems

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

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

mcd.sys

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 17408 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	751d84b5a2ab60b221ee198d75b6f4f5
	SHA1	094aa12ecee17d39b3009a01222e1b232ffe0a7c
	SHA256	248c64024cd8c1b535d78824b4cf00786c49524d5405f1845a8636a2c3047f4c
	CRC32	87051b32
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename mcd.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 17920 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	0c7fbb4fe96c88c999295d5883ee738d
	SHA1	babba3b7d2b26518f36cc36c1921a2b88f94615d
	SHA256	88c14e32a5fe7cbd46fca627f98433c1244ff4d2e2c104a18547abd4be30a3f8
	CRC32	72d2209e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename mcd.sys

System Windows 8

File size 17920 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	236c0abf1129dfaf32432f11bdfb703e
	SHA1	07be9f909ac34b93119a53d7af3e5cc3d387dc7a
	SHA256	81e71b74c39a92d838a391abd3d60d727fe928dbc47547773d23913fe4a585f1
	CRC32	44af2b9a
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename mcd.sys

System Windows 7

File size 22016 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	3c9f072f9dca856b9fb7a20cbd4281ac
	SHA1	2e6f64d6db2a735ed86fd96cc1a5e4bf54fcd98e
	SHA256	baf314d71a5df4fb23c961e396be6029a6eba84cef9e0f134c950a5555c6d0e0
	CRC32	41d1a9ac
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename mcd.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 22016 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	8a350549b300d86eb9f6e7b04276b136
	SHA1	205a31e5972f2dbda5691c5f08f36385a31bf471
	SHA256	ec34681f0fa30a99ae769578cd9f814ca0b7866e790402a45367f31eb63b4835
	CRC32	6f66e3aa
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename mcd.sys

System Windows XP

File size 7680 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	d1f8be91ed4ddb671d42e473e3fe71ab
	SHA1	ab11bcfa76d3475acb770c894cc54d7974291b9d
	SHA256	9de150cddcf2dc2272eb6c22b59ebbb23ca596b8bf3767308b8e2e024e047176
	CRC32	c54f588c
	Example file location	---