Download and Fix netvsc50.sys

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing netvsc50.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 netvsc50.sys file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

netvsc50.sys file Virtual NDIS5 Miniport. 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 netvsc50.sys related errors on your device. You can also download netvsc50.sys file compatible with Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7

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Fix netvsc50.sys errors

1 Information about netvsc50.sys file
2 Errors related to netvsc50.sys file
3 How to fix netvsc50.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 netvsc50.sys

4.1 List of netvsc50.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	netvsc50.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	Virtual NDIS5 Miniport

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 netvsc50.sys file related problems

There are various types of errors related to netvsc50.sys file. netvsc50.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 netvsc50.sys file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

netvsc50.sys is corrupted
netvsc50.sys cannot be located
Runtime Error - netvsc50.sys
netvsc50.sys file error
netvsc50.sys file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register netvsc50.sys file:
netvsc50.sys file could not be loaded
netvsc50.sys file doesn't exist

netvsc50.sys

Application could not be started because netvsc50.sys file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to netvsc50.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 netvsc50.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 netvsc50.sys errors in just few steps?

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

netvsc50.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 netvsc50.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 netvsc50.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 netvsc50.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 netvsc50.sys file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the netvsc50.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 netvsc50.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 netvsc50.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 netvsc50.sys file

The last solution is to manually download and replace netvsc50.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 netvsc50.sys file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of netvsc50.sys file example directory paths.

Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\wnetvsc.inf_x86_3afa2b7cb46e5f86\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\wnetvsc.inf_x86_3afa2b7cb46e5f86\
Windows 7: ---

If the steps did not solve your netvsc50.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 netvsc50.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 35328 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	83682dcc6a4b872d75a53e451f3510ff
	SHA1	809bc752e565b1eb07b0ad8aa18f166ad8e0b73d
	SHA256	67974aa69cfecf47cdf1b9e4bdc07577325ce4a89e07a9934a99a786a5573baf
	CRC32	e5cb234d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\wnetvsc.inf_x86_3afa2b7cb46e5f86\

Filename netvsc50.sys

System Windows 8

File size 39040 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	e7871e456edc7ff519e92656e193ac71
	SHA1	7dc6e1cb39c8a884e1f34d141dedd1eadc1ebda8
	SHA256	a30c7cf71fc4d3db9a4404792a78f18336b31ba22b0ac758b9de185ab910f132
	CRC32	a944604c
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\wnetvsc.inf_x86_3afa2b7cb46e5f86\

Filename netvsc50.sys

System Windows 7

File size 102400 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	6b437829931cce186ddc5a29912cabd1
	SHA1	ecd5e0ee790f821a6e475cb7b6226505e705d8ba
	SHA256	fe4dda27fc7a13d847ae82fa11c30a1b1beb731b31c928bbac8e6b5f4bbbc173
	CRC32	3cf43e82
	Example file location	---