How to Download and Fix mstape.sys?

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

mstape.sys file Microsoft AV/C Tape Subunit 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 mstape.sys related errors on your device. You can also download mstape.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.

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

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 mstape.sys

4.1 List of mstape.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	mstape.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	Microsoft AV/C Tape Subunit 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.)

Most common mstape.sys file related problems

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

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

mstape.sys

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mstape.inf_x86_9780a3b9f00bd113\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mstape.inf_x86_8d9a00c7964aa983\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mstape.inf_x86_8d9a00c7964aa983\
Windows 7: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 51200 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	4374ccb028cd5ab5b928c7632bd1e693
	SHA1	6df5b9ae05447e487ddd6ecf31db4ce132734088
	SHA256	583907a168c00396ef35fd38d76a1803677c04dfbd074c43c386a5f89b586fbc
	CRC32	6eb0ea8a
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mstape.inf_x86_9780a3b9f00bd113\

Filename mstape.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 49920 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	9c4911a4f40f7298bca03d2f3c3bd85d
	SHA1	14d5ee6880f8c163efb1a27d7643c243bce4868a
	SHA256	f4603cbce507fe0fb45b4516cf3a85ad6572a88f58187119c0bd5ca241adfebd
	CRC32	3d867694
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mstape.inf_x86_8d9a00c7964aa983\

Filename mstape.sys

System Windows 8

File size 49408 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	9855ea881b4b4495574baba3e5dcead5
	SHA1	188e9e33af5b90f4275d35e6bb9e9e89422b8a02
	SHA256	3e39e4b9807fb84d56054fadbef098481d31435c6ca19b1fd757f0751fb01759
	CRC32	5ff71f11
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mstape.inf_x86_8d9a00c7964aa983\

Filename mstape.sys

System Windows 7

File size 56448 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	966ec55988d580b9823c453781309450
	SHA1	60d9a627452f5be857b81a6dd02eb0c349b5f45f
	SHA256	52942a68a3de6c6a9730d27667a0aaa35b65889c37b243b83cc9b54dfafe4a2d
	CRC32	659688ad
	Example file location	---

Filename mstape.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 56448 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	04c511ad1d307dd04cdd58c3fe498b96
	SHA1	0a0b3ed8ca480b887b1720fc965daf6472e10164
	SHA256	02849e670aaa40b3e3cbb441975bf1142b35c62b6738461bf70f9ca3cf0ac79c
	CRC32	e19b3492
	Example file location	---

Filename mstape.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 56448 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	7d1f9672aa6d98d896fe22314442c36f
	SHA1	7fae8ea646103cd2245e57da286bd5f150ff6d75
	SHA256	689c79dbc6a6a971a46b446f36c79fad379b7f55a9f2101c768887ab5b51b723
	CRC32	48fc12da
	Example file location	---