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Troubleshoot monitor.sys Errors and Download File

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

monitor.sys file Monitor 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 monitor.sys related errors on your device. You can also download monitor.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.

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

File info

General information
Filename monitor.sys
File extension SYS
Description Monitor 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.)
monitor.sys

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

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

monitor.sys

Error

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

OK

Problems related to monitor.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 monitor.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.

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of monitor.sys file example directory paths.

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\monitor.inf_x86_009a4a79b658e2d7\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\monitor.inf_x86_009a4a79b658e2d7\
  • Windows 7: ---
  • Windows Vista: ---
  • Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your monitor.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 monitor.sys
System Windows 10
File size 30720 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 3c168c50205e4d7e6730452b65a4dc05
SHA1 7bbbdb50d946a5ba6d29b82366a295edbcf61f30
SHA256 e0f4b1176e61d0f6abb383906dbb0ba2fcee60a70b071616124e80d961277b0f
CRC32 2092dc46
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Filename monitor.sys
System Windows 8.1
File size 24064 bytes
Date 2013-08-22
File details
MD5 523c526bbb796fc2087c0c8ac2b669bd
SHA1 2b29d90379db9c8e9fc87e3e8a9df2cffb7c01a0
SHA256 79fac4b32bd35e140b7fafc5a58fa039b1fb16ef68a4dceb25b2b153b1b0fe0d
CRC32 63669181
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\monitor.inf_x86_009a4a79b658e2d7\
Filename monitor.sys
System Windows 8
File size 24064 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 7e93949414da50029e2b5746ad8bb3a3
SHA1 912401abc8f089f345e13afe79bcf7ca7f29f51a
SHA256 97a5e5b93bd83c1375a1e1964684fbdfdb4d0e72b433240fe1821003aa718c44
CRC32 f6458a1f
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\monitor.inf_x86_009a4a79b658e2d7\
Filename monitor.sys
System Windows 7
File size 30208 bytes
Date 2009-07-13
File details
MD5 b03d591dc7da45ece20b3b467e6aadaa
SHA1 b0d2f179139fc9a33f10e91768af40d18179c148
SHA256 701fb0cad8138c58507be28845d3e24ce269a040737c29885944a0d851238732
CRC32 3ae8e3b7
Example file location ---
Filename monitor.sys
System Windows Vista
File size 49152 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 505bdf0b6529338189d6fd3959ee3a89
SHA1 f2ecd2df3512c475a7235aae32b3cc703de81bda
SHA256 81d8c5327fa55085722202cf1bd2deaf970fc5caca8f998c17c44b583f545e83
CRC32 1e899203
Example file location ---
Filename monitor.sys
System Windows Vista
File size 49152 bytes
Date 2008-01-21
File details
MD5 c247cc2a57e0a0c8c6dccf7807b3e9e5
SHA1 819ddd28bca36d9a2b257eda22ca0b09dff4d568
SHA256 357811d1b8f70828f6432879f59dab916fbb55673b3473d879382de33cfb3faf
CRC32 f7cb8da1
Example file location ---