partmgr.sys Informations - Download and Fix

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

partmgr.sys file Partition 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 partmgr.sys related errors on your device. You can also download partmgr.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 partmgr.sys

4.1 List of partmgr.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	partmgr.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	Partition 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	Neutral

Most common partmgr.sys file related problems

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

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

partmgr.sys

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 129952 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	0753175c2fcc3512e6ce23c4d297a75a
	SHA1	988d38253f488250306461cae48471fe43d9cd12
	SHA256	247ccbaee89a41efc2397c462aba69050e34beea62af020f0685676570da79c8
	CRC32	df3cce8b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename partmgr.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 68416 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	c438e9c1590e6cb146eb226a46b459ec
	SHA1	62d4dd08b30585ded435a516e2832f946777875d
	SHA256	669b209d88f11b43293cd286890d4086f584aa993ca154b1501d5aa8bfbfd84a
	CRC32	2f7582fc
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename partmgr.sys

System Windows 8

File size 74992 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	14401940703a32d62ef015173d0dd008
	SHA1	64fe944bd081a6d22601601f37ec880a56cdefae
	SHA256	3c0acd0e8e0b5354e0f539da2f85b2d5f61efee851cb85d00ff02b284396d7f6
	CRC32	bd574425
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename partmgr.sys

System Windows 7

File size 75136 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	871eadac56b0a4c6512bbe32753ccf79
	SHA1	436a425d794ca3357a5d96b28d711f32870924ff
	SHA256	f9fd9dba55274bb72b897550988dcdfd0f2d9367be641dfde07d240052ddc180
	CRC32	e0ab85fb
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename partmgr.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 73176 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	f9b5eda4c17a2be7663f064dbf0fe254
	SHA1	4513d49ae0715451686f221176e3921331c9b7bd
	SHA256	f12d401156459feaad3aae1021bf81e40134e22864101b25c967102b52f5caa6
	CRC32	66d7f758
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename partmgr.sys

System Windows XP

File size 19712 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	beb3ba25197665d82ec7065b724171c6
	SHA1	a23ec7493b4b33c34c01d97d592c38650312bda4
	SHA256	7e71c13ba30cd95cee8a9cc85e6f48a01f30edeaadee69d80ae828bf97e5a5ca
	CRC32	00018d76
	Example file location	---