vgapnp.sys - Repair Issues and Download

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

vgapnp.sys file VGA/Super VGA Video 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 vgapnp.sys related errors on your device. You can also download vgapnp.sys file compatible with Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: 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 vgapnp.sys

4.1 List of vgapnp.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	vgapnp.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	VGA/Super VGA Video 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 vgapnp.sys file related problems

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

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

vgapnp.sys

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\display.inf_amd64_neutral_ea1c8215e52777a6\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\display.inf_62d3e4da\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\display.inf_62d3e4da\

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

System Windows 7

File size 29184 bytes

Date 2009-07-13

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File details
	MD5	da4da3f5e02943c2dc8c6ed875de68dd
	SHA1	47bf7c2e3ae4f0550d6d22164e94b10958ad273c
	SHA256	ede604536db78c512d68c92b26da77c8811ac109d1f0a473673f0a82d15a2838
	CRC32	55537648
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\display.inf_amd64_neutral_ea1c8215e52777a6\

Filename vgapnp.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 29184 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	2998dc48905e9b4821ad8fd75b3e070c
	SHA1	5232a8c5446df665d6986c4983a15b596bfd5456
	SHA256	4669afdfb273f0423ca375d401869df1f2fef78cb528e6190f6d49d638df7338
	CRC32	f8679a23
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\display.inf_62d3e4da\

Filename vgapnp.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 29184 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	916b94bcf1e09873fff2d5fb11767bbc
	SHA1	448852bbe6015f7026d4779b20403c8c35cffa0f
	SHA256	072007fed4ef30c4d7af8628cbeb2ac99eead99d7ab533e90e3748e3d4f11c28
	CRC32	20fc7357
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\display.inf_62d3e4da\