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

nvraid.sys file NVIDIA® nForce(TM) RAID 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 nvraid.sys related errors on your device. You can also download nvraid.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.

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Fix nvraid.sys errors

File info

General information
Filename nvraid.sys
File extension SYS
Description NVIDIA® nForce(TM) RAID Driver
Software
Program NVIDIA nForce(TM) RAID Driver
Author NVIDIA Corporation
Details
MIME type application/octet-stream
File type Driver
System Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights Copyright(C) 2001-2011 NVIDIA Corporation
Character set Unicode
Language cod Neutral
nvraid.sys

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

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

nvraid.sys

Error

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

OK

Problems related to nvraid.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 nvraid.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.

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of nvraid.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: ---

If the steps did not solve your nvraid.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 nvraid.sys
System Windows 10
File size 119200 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
Download
File details
MD5 e7e0cbd4328c55345579b39da7befc4b
SHA1 2cb84f7578eb7baa3b554bc16d127f94143a5844
SHA256 3c61aa827d95d359bd9a8794c25b87548da6761651271bc33ceb9deefa4bf2b1
CRC32 7d28062f
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Filename nvraid.sys
System Windows 8.1
File size 120160 bytes
Date 2013-08-22
Download
File details
MD5 ce9bc6b9b2d5a9782b20b8ef1d48fc6e
SHA1 716b96e17e5e06bbf1ea12effce45d52189ee7b0
SHA256 d91145f57a4e2a6f03523c215b211bb5b431d29d3b8e0d15685967a01ec33d95
CRC32 0b71de52
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Filename nvraid.sys
System Windows 8
File size 120048 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
Download
File details
MD5 bd23ff50a9a59aaf48052f5e7d0682b0
SHA1 504434255411d73a88483acf91b51f006b1c1fdd
SHA256 36177ea9b24b5f6e9a5f4431056ac0b682b3495a0373468e8b37662db434a31f
CRC32 28c98ab2
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Filename nvraid.sys
System Windows 7
File size 148352 bytes
Date 2010-11-21
Download
File details
MD5 5d9fd91f3d38dc9da01e3cb5fa89cd48
SHA1 f654c2032dcf371f86d1462ad781ad7f542346fa
SHA256 7738785de8b50d69993f4408498b812d0283fee5c04ff5b89c20f149b44e9737
CRC32 5766028e
Example file location ---
Filename nvraid.sys
System Windows Vista
File size 128056 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
Download
File details
MD5 2c040b7ada5b06f6facadac8514aa034
SHA1 af58edf3d9950bdb071197d413cb0309edcd1ee2
SHA256 ef32f7c411090230ed1d95b2d01e8464dcc89d72efd94bbc8df6856d00b1a783
CRC32 ab5c275b
Example file location ---
Filename nvraid.sys
System Windows Vista
File size 112744 bytes
Date 2006-11-02
Download
File details
MD5 840eeb44dc49317a6161961f7682cd99
SHA1 0e1c39a0fd77dbac6eeb0abe578ea097da80ac30
SHA256 b7734711b8eb4d28239fa9341a9bfedb781d91672f6e629c4d3664c36edd1961
CRC32 86a20d0d
Example file location ---