How to Download and Fix plasmc.sys?

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

plasmc.sys file HP DLT/Optical Medium changer 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 plasmc.sys related errors on your device. You can also download plasmc.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 plasmc.sys

4.1 List of plasmc.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	plasmc.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	HP DLT/Optical Medium changer 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 plasmc.sys file related problems

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

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

plasmc.sys

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_ba100587bcd18b1c\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_86a2bc5c83e005e4\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_86a2bc5c83e005e4\
Windows 7: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 11776 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	c1033c0c622dad8d4a0b1f980d5468ff
	SHA1	01432d22c9254a47e7d8487c6d2293e483181282
	SHA256	77d53fa8740c9b98c8ef1665475104e60f37bfc4d5f02727f0079ee4a05f679d
	CRC32	ff006177
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_ba100587bcd18b1c\

Filename plasmc.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 11264 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	06e6a62cd1d3778dc87bd62b98ce0963
	SHA1	1530900b29b4f422bd5848ab022be7186a6fb5e7
	SHA256	158d484a7861554490e55db97dc5351e2dedbc3f19f97fbfcfc4fe25ff91d169
	CRC32	ce27e4a8
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_86a2bc5c83e005e4\

Filename plasmc.sys

System Windows 8

File size 11264 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	e480e34fd35f97e82a6cc1f924ef2783
	SHA1	3296e98de724e0aa5d288e2f15c5bff847707472
	SHA256	5dc9c06bcc07bab005924172ea6232542104577e248331014937a7c0da34fbd4
	CRC32	508df036
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_86a2bc5c83e005e4\

Filename plasmc.sys

System Windows 7

File size 14848 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	e444f80d105d3a669cf80c1b5381c5bc
	SHA1	be694dd7c2d13e553c6028246c078b0533f18953
	SHA256	6aab368b66d3fea03c8b7d32c627ac68f2d6e0aeee16ee4c2aa50c35b1cf8f2f
	CRC32	00126959
	Example file location	---

Filename plasmc.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 14336 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	327b38067a43188569a1617702512a55
	SHA1	56bd6f1c8eaa432e79f8735a76b8e373c03edd73
	SHA256	c1ad248594392b2b6287fa2c7bfe62b1c156d17e7da6489f7c268fdba8177187
	CRC32	dca3a69c
	Example file location	---

Filename plasmc.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 14336 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	cac7e64be772c79023c157f4f4339cf3
	SHA1	26d524228a3285ce0a03c77cd2bb1b02605dc52b
	SHA256	5ecd9588dbc5ac891ea1992662143f11aca9c54e073e9e4f770bb24d95c49063
	CRC32	c73a145b
	Example file location	---