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volsnap.sys.mui Informations - Download and Fix

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

volsnap.sys.mui file Volume Shadow Copy 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 volsnap.sys.mui related errors on your device. You can also download volsnap.sys.mui file compatible with Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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

File info

General information
Filename volsnap.sys.mui
File extension MUI
Description Volume Shadow Copy 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.)
volsnap.sys.mui

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

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

volsnap.sys.mui

Error

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

OK

Problems related to volsnap.sys.mui 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 volsnap.sys.mui 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.

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

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

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

  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\en-US\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\en-US\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\en-US\
  • Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\en-US\

If the steps did not solve your volsnap.sys.mui 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 volsnap.sys.mui
System Windows 8.1
File size 23552 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 7f4a513cb90d51eb39ca955cf0fe23db
SHA1 d9ff9059fa4210c3ab84afdb68e0bad609ad78b4
SHA256 8c257158658439504983ad4f7bc1f80e73a3ff1573cef14ca7220dd9ea9004ef
CRC32 013f70ba
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\drivers\en-US\
Filename volsnap.sys.mui
System Windows 8
File size 23552 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 48cf0efdf8c585928444785bafbdf58b
SHA1 6de8f6a2336378671ba7e8ce2f4462703aee0662
SHA256 f362aa1f8d129fe2a888aae9606d9329a8d62367a97bc60cce6e9484e5ce0ae8
CRC32 98426634
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\en-US\
Filename volsnap.sys.mui
System Windows 7
File size 23552 bytes
Date 2011-04-12
File details
MD5 308e04cfa8407b0c7099c9d40bc19023
SHA1 0f559bf1a9302c52dfddcd6ef03db9c27dd13cd6
SHA256 034d96fa1c4ca586a46a2fc09f71aea4b1b814a4b0d7563a07644fb6c31f8257
CRC32 8f68cb93
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\drivers\en-US\
Filename volsnap.sys.mui
System Windows Vista
File size 24064 bytes
Date 2008-01-21
File details
MD5 cb47ab28e09dcb23497894869f6ced5c
SHA1 ce2efd4c2e0436b9460deff62598c5fdc2bc3157
SHA256 0b56008ee02134d18898f8723cca6d8009945124f0433d2bfc94df34ab18b991
CRC32 3dedb540
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\drivers\en-US\