How to Download and Fix mshidumdf.sys?

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

mshidumdf.sys file Pass-through Driver for HID-UMDF Interface. 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 mshidumdf.sys related errors on your device. You can also download mshidumdf.sys file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8

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Fix mshidumdf.sys errors

1 Information about mshidumdf.sys file
2 Errors related to mshidumdf.sys file
3 How to fix mshidumdf.sys related errors?

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download mshidumdf.sys

4.1 List of mshidumdf.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	mshidumdf.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	Pass-through Driver for HID-UMDF Interface

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.)

Most common mshidumdf.sys file related problems

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

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

mshidumdf.sys

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

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

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

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

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

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

If the steps did not solve your mshidumdf.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 mshidumdf.sys

System Windows 10

File size 8704 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	603ed230dd443457ed17ed80ba70945c
	SHA1	d23e85c534fb04f877d6c98a7a0cecf9b88ef0ab
	SHA256	290fe50583691855aebe96ba17cb0871f7fe83b275c5d84c221d1e2749871d56
	CRC32	094da3eb
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename mshidumdf.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 8192 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	26b1961255650b59107fc4990b2cef34
	SHA1	f19a603a530abf708d79be6a0efda18385f7c3d9
	SHA256	273e5e0dd5708be9e188934cf1a19e63946179280f9ac149376053ad863a8239
	CRC32	78a7514e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename mshidumdf.sys

System Windows 8

File size 7680 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	51808fef911b77758a6cf7ceb469af9e
	SHA1	1bdc5f6880f761f6d5bbbef4eb77ca73a63a118a
	SHA256	c5cecac8cb7ba8de3b41f7c9ea4c1eb57fe36798d74eb31a521bd0ae60f37812
	CRC32	bbc46379
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\