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Fix sermouse.sys Errors

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

sermouse.sys file Serial Mouse Filter 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 sermouse.sys related errors on your device. You can also download sermouse.sys file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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

File info

General information
Filename sermouse.sys
File extension SYS
Description Serial Mouse Filter 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.)
sermouse.sys

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

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

sermouse.sys

Error

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

OK

Problems related to sermouse.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 sermouse.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.

sermouse.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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with sermouse.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.

Windows Update

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to sermouse.sys file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. 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 sermouse.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

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 sermouse.sys file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the sermouse.sys file with properly working version. To use the tool:

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "cmd" in the search field
  3. Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
  4. Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
  5. Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the sermouse.sys file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "System Restore" in the search field
  3. Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
  4. The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
  5. After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the sermouse.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 sermouse.sys file

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of sermouse.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: ---
  • Windows Vista: ---
  • Windows Vista: ---
  • Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your sermouse.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 sermouse.sys
System Windows 10
File size 20480 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 176b97c567d87ce13913d48c35d20cc9
SHA1 6a6ff9029701336b1f1043862334a1147746afc8
SHA256 2c1757fac9a43e9c3eb97c1d60eb978a51dd0eacb730f8d0db94c7dce9b918ff
CRC32 e87b2927
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Filename sermouse.sys
System Windows 8.1
File size 19968 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 e800621066343ddd7c55b0b1d2da47ad
SHA1 99909e58a92398b604af0f3a3173df9351ceea84
SHA256 05db9ee8081b7350ca58f23be11964169971195acf4cd97db04487a45a732d35
CRC32 e7bd9ae5
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Filename sermouse.sys
System Windows 8
File size 19968 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 409c91880a6a70fdd33cfedc43d0f808
SHA1 10598debd1813f914fe4b11716e96ad91b5fdfe5
SHA256 306fc21667ec8c360e09e3b7cdef8ccf99d08a33e4041195b968706b75dd6349
CRC32 461674ee
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Filename sermouse.sys
System Windows 7
File size 26624 bytes
Date 2009-07-14
File details
MD5 1c545a7d0691cc4a027396535691c3e3
SHA1 6b987295b4dbeb400b207f0bd13644a33fd68757
SHA256 065c30be598ff4dc55c37e0bbe0cedf10a370ae2bf5404b42ebbb867a3ffed6d
CRC32 ba11df67
Example file location ---
Filename sermouse.sys
System Windows Vista
File size 26624 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 a842f04833684bceea7336211be478df
SHA1 52e60d47b7ae59e8ae42a0d3e96e08ffae1ab019
SHA256 9d964aea237c44898098ac9c2d043f00c66eda7d73c381d616737c01a9d0ff45
CRC32 23ea3cda
Example file location ---
Filename sermouse.sys
System Windows Vista
File size 26624 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 c1f7f07af6b20d92da202b7f60f703a8
SHA1 cf316a4062e97d2b21620dd391ab4d3c3b814231
SHA256 3c13244d44e3dcb371e162b8787e602b372600a5e6048eb983c65bd5c1926028
CRC32 a1e4d16c
Example file location ---
Filename sermouse.sys
System Windows Vista
File size 26624 bytes
Date 2006-11-02
File details
MD5 e210f969da5c01f591e2321f60714a53
SHA1 464dd6235bf35a0813497c8f30f3632c7b63ef0f
SHA256 7054529e43990068c88e74774b7b04677f5798ea9913fc5e7300601d58603dc8
CRC32 a29f7b06
Example file location ---