Netft.sys - How to Fix? Download Now

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

Netft.sys file Microsoft Failover Cluster Virtual 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 Netft.sys related errors on your device. You can also download Netft.sys file compatible with Windows Vista, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: 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 Netft.sys

4.1 List of Netft.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	Netft.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	Microsoft Failover Cluster Virtual 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 Netft.sys file related problems

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

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

Netft.sys

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\netft.inf_d05c7e08\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\netft.inf_d05c7e08\

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

System Windows Vista

File size 81920 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	320935024cedcdaa9c3e2e5d0e877220
	SHA1	c81a60377e832a99fa4cdf7f32f5512999a1eace
	SHA256	d383300c55023196f7367d71985cc560a510c4b5aef85ded3a4b6f02e26613af
	CRC32	d02810e2
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\netft.inf_d05c7e08\

Filename Netft.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 71168 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	81d53b27b7f56f2e24b581aa75462b7b
	SHA1	c98d8e01065b8fc5f4ff6707a5adc7e36ceb8b03
	SHA256	488b95089696e079fed507ffffb234f92a12d10cd9d41a9feefd69e5f954b9c7
	CRC32	4854aec5
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\netft.inf_d05c7e08\