Download and Fix mspqm.sys

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

mspqm.sys file MS Proxy Quality Manager. 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 mspqm.sys related errors on your device. You can also download mspqm.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 mspqm.sys

4.1 List of mspqm.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	mspqm.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	MS Proxy Quality Manager

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 mspqm.sys file related problems

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

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

mspqm.sys

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 8192 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	0e78c440d4c902266a1742d27243ed54
	SHA1	bc59de3b3b0f15c80e499a2d8731566474582335
	SHA256	1236bde9048881bcb4629706208a5a1797575415def6f87a024bda40720e37c3
	CRC32	37450a5b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename mspqm.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 6400 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	4e5fb5bd76165a81ee181a82eb665c8a
	SHA1	22497873f112e74f9eb6329951e62b4f44b78462
	SHA256	16c50027d92f059c07ccb28fde339c3e35de9bf1752b0f16577845c38b77b776
	CRC32	eafa2586
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename mspqm.sys

System Windows 8

File size 5888 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	362950a5f7b1794da9cb985af7bbcc4b
	SHA1	ad31bc664d0feb959806ca9388ac1781da1f4791
	SHA256	2f106bec7533fe7e584a04369390d487563b7d5e1b92fbaf9abb8f97457de829
	CRC32	b5dd0b37
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename mspqm.sys

System Windows 7

File size 6784 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	4ed981241db27c3383d72092b618a1d0
	SHA1	59f27179af78bd0239bb74bd06e5697d99f8b005
	SHA256	e12f121e641249db3491141851b59e1496f4413edf58e863388f1c229838dfcc
	CRC32	bd7cc4a9
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename mspqm.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 6656 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	49084a75bae043ae02d5b44d02991bb2
	SHA1	ae9369ffbcc72c9315229e8decceaed89ad2ec41
	SHA256	4cd2692d191035ce9d18f4d21f054ff8c3f9cf2734464ea33eab480a28ad447f
	CRC32	aaeb75ee
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename mspqm.sys

System Windows XP

File size 4992 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	bad59648ba099da4a17680b39730cb3d
	SHA1	efc0c76a25ecc8b1c5cb537f95cf20b0d96d747c
	SHA256	9ad4c7c94c186c8815d0bc75dcafb962158da6935a244ba243edddeb33f9816c
	CRC32	5ed96d6b
	Example file location	---