Fix VSTXRAID.SYS Errors

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

VSTXRAID.SYS file VIA StorX RAID Controller 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 VSTXRAID.SYS related errors on your device. You can also download VSTXRAID.SYS file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8

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Fix VSTXRAID.SYS errors

1 Information about VSTXRAID.SYS file
2 Errors related to VSTXRAID.SYS file
3 How to fix VSTXRAID.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 VSTXRAID.SYS

4.1 List of VSTXRAID.SYS file versions

File info

General information
Filename	VSTXRAID.SYS
File extension	SYS
Description	VIA StorX RAID Controller Driver

Software
Program	VIA StorX RAID Controller Driver
Author	VIA Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Driver
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	Copyright (C) 2008 VIA Corporation
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common VSTXRAID.SYS file related problems

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

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

VSTXRAID.SYS

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

Problems related to VSTXRAID.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 VSTXRAID.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 VSTXRAID.SYS errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace VSTXRAID.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 VSTXRAID.SYS file.

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

If the steps did not solve your VSTXRAID.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 VSTXRAID.SYS

System Windows 10

File size 276896 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	16b8571d3cce84dd0bcf488a9ee919b6
	SHA1	b8dee70da4a5ce010369b4bd67833326dadb63d1
	SHA256	3d8a8e4646add821c5b347f0b6f8cd7f2e6aec88f2e2a230aa796fa5942c8b86
	CRC32	84cedb46
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename VSTXRAID.SYS

System Windows 8.1

File size 276832 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	761b3f51660cd3d9f815e5c916235d0b
	SHA1	e78e705c62e58feae1a1c188e72004a1bfae25e9
	SHA256	64da061674047ecc3d0a034cfcb3d926712c14599807e06194688ed7e9f8adca
	CRC32	0a898642
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename VSTXRAID.SYS

System Windows 8

File size 285424 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	ab5f5cc034e31e496606e666657f3cc2
	SHA1	6340cf2cc7a98365b773455ba87073d5c3e2510e
	SHA256	0730feb03820c1b63bb7b1c3f72e67cac199683c770ed70f077335f7360c6bac
	CRC32	0d31b797
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\