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adpahci.sys Informations - Download and Fix

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

adpahci.sys file Adaptec Windows SATA Storport 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 adpahci.sys related errors on your device. You can also download adpahci.sys file compatible with Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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

File info

General information
Filename adpahci.sys
File extension SYS
Description Adaptec Windows SATA Storport Driver
Software
Program Adaptec Windows Server 2003 SATA Family Storport Driver
Author Adaptec, Inc.
Details
MIME type application/octet-stream
File type Driver
System Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights Copyright © 2006 Adaptec, Inc. All rights reserved.
Character set Unicode
Language cod English (U.S.)
adpahci.sys

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

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

adpahci.sys

Error

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

OK

Problems related to adpahci.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 adpahci.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.

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

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

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

  • Windows 8: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\adpahci.inf_amd64_neutral_b082e95ec9f8c3f9\
  • Windows Vista: ---
  • Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your adpahci.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 adpahci.sys
System Windows 8
File size 298736 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 cc579ec50ee5435a4070306c0e4ef9e6
SHA1 1a92f61a09dd7b5828ea57b27df7cc8b1fe3bb1a
SHA256 ceef9b8821b6c68aa217b7650dd778381670807e7487d0e82367585fe6c6f494
CRC32 a96c02f5
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Filename adpahci.sys
System Windows 7
File size 339536 bytes
Date 2009-07-14
File details
MD5 597f78224ee9224ea1a13d6350ced962
SHA1 794decb2c5de49bd18e6a84b6c38d7843bde6a9a
SHA256 da7fd99be5e3b7b98605bf5c13bf3f1a286c0de1240617570b46fe4605e59bdc
CRC32 b295805d
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\adpahci.inf_amd64_neutral_b082e95ec9f8c3f9\
Filename adpahci.sys
System Windows Vista
File size 339560 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 01f80898df5cc7df19b3b11351846263
SHA1 8b93417287363318726232c084b4a29e5c2eeec8
SHA256 e92d985af0e4cf9baef59a34140d0737d16aa6b73008ca176063293c2619c488
CRC32 88824e63
Example file location ---
Filename adpahci.sys
System Windows Vista
File size 342584 bytes
Date 2008-01-21
File details
MD5 7d05a75e3066861a6610f7ee04ff085c
SHA1 0492cc6abbd9718bb4c24d50e37951ad4a7fcb15
SHA256 406f2ce539c306ba60c233fbcdb029153588f0499bbe91e66fc915e5c5d7d2a5
CRC32 afce78b5
Example file location ---