How to Repair sonymc.sys? Download Now

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

sonymc.sys file HP DLT/Optical Medium changer 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 sonymc.sys related errors on your device. You can also download sonymc.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.

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

User popularity

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download sonymc.sys

4.1 List of sonymc.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	sonymc.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	HP DLT/Optical Medium changer 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	Neutral

Most common sonymc.sys file related problems

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

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

sonymc.sys

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

Problems related to sonymc.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 sonymc.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 sonymc.sys errors in just few steps?

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_ba100587bcd18b1c\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_86a2bc5c83e005e4\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_86a2bc5c83e005e4\
Windows 7: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your sonymc.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 sonymc.sys

System Windows 10

File size 13312 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	8bff705bd83e40dba0b2aac1f417b8d4
	SHA1	c4bca68157baaf7f41c0e88f9517fb16dde94548
	SHA256	e5142759bbe4b7a45d4a036e108a3aea2a1701cff2cec5fb01f1f5c875b50232
	CRC32	3a3297b2
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_ba100587bcd18b1c\

Filename sonymc.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 12800 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	7ffd5dd2d800dc488dc0c2cb9213b4a9
	SHA1	87d7a22528fecdfda553786c922e282b815c4af7
	SHA256	5fb1645e8e68f415c3f7ab727674d8816dbaedb09ac012180c58e39d33275223
	CRC32	16d38173
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_86a2bc5c83e005e4\

Filename sonymc.sys

System Windows 8

File size 12800 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	bc823af568f01ceee9b19c51dbcf6214
	SHA1	10eb944bb708305bc331940576998e5ca2dc763d
	SHA256	cf7ecaa3c973c03e790d0cef905ae0e3b53f8ef0f5ba5707fd9531ca646c84bf
	CRC32	3a38bcef
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\mchgr.inf_x86_86a2bc5c83e005e4\

Filename sonymc.sys

System Windows 7

File size 15360 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	55e6273276eb71d0e34f4c146ce57df3
	SHA1	ce4d8e4a2c3d88b6cf2fc0a5ffc560228a384f46
	SHA256	cbc61f743936824b51f7b6fd3f2a433fdc129ad6f5835f3828debb933a436b6d
	CRC32	5323a5ab
	Example file location	---

Filename sonymc.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 15360 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	9598abcd12c35c4440883edf8e316767
	SHA1	e45df502ca3bb08199a03ae5c6278901d1270288
	SHA256	6cc6b3ba4be8d050977874dac04ff0db4ec86f3bb2dff8a2ed3fcec3e51eb990
	CRC32	fbcde111
	Example file location	---

Filename sonymc.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 15360 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	fc16112f6a237eb580f0bb3f3e49a432
	SHA1	c90251b64448cb527ddc152b6c5593378f28bbb5
	SHA256	22cb16e4ea0f9bd4270ef02fa010b0a018bb72534ed8d0c3f49b4cc608a46013
	CRC32	269bfddd
	Example file location	---