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

watchdog.sys file Watchdog 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 watchdog.sys related errors on your device. You can also download watchdog.sys file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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

File info

General information
Filename watchdog.sys
File extension SYS
Description Watchdog Driver
Software
Program Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author Microsoft Corporation
Details
MIME type application/octet-stream
File type Dynamic link library
System Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set Unicode
Language cod Neutral
watchdog.sys

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

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

watchdog.sys

Error

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

OK

Problems related to watchdog.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 watchdog.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.

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of watchdog.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: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
  • Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
  • Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your watchdog.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 watchdog.sys
System Windows 10
File size 40448 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 3697a336402a65b139b8b26816c90b49
SHA1 839febe3cfb965236c1f2fb06dc9c40f304d34f8
SHA256 8f1d39feeb1ce8b2556fc4adb3fbeebfa851472c5e5aff056e13ec0e2353d2d1
CRC32 44f8ab8f
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Filename watchdog.sys
System Windows 8.1
File size 40448 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 64443a663775a3b1568227628b047cbe
SHA1 a8a4511a98b459964e4a7879776f99f9fe8d1bd8
SHA256 ff37d4bce873a3186442c9d1163949b1e9ee24fd4be4dae3a80306e4bfd787e3
CRC32 50c7e5cb
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Filename watchdog.sys
System Windows 8
File size 37888 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 e08d70579a17c0f1e102c1ef203ac563
SHA1 f5dbf11941ceb57ead44e0ae22cd06dedf176fbd
SHA256 3fa14262d91abd3dec8494b6a628bf80aee615fd370a15d2046d84632916f6f1
CRC32 16760d91
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Filename watchdog.sys
System Windows 7
File size 42496 bytes
Date 2009-07-13
File details
MD5 fc438d1430b28618e2d0c7c332a710ad
SHA1 15b8a6d5fadae2eae49eb50abc4db917c25de4bd
SHA256 873957b202e454e2c8f625e5799f278cac16ec5eeaee2c33e2fe5d1ff0408cb2
CRC32 acd9c030
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Filename watchdog.sys
System Windows Vista
File size 40448 bytes
Date 2009-04-11
File details
MD5 2f956ea22fcce4c9f15c64175c891a1e
SHA1 c445ab0ef0bd7d616599fe9e609fdf399e392313
SHA256 02d5b295220897cbe7a44dee75cb01556de827cbea632e82104effbd0af1793e
CRC32 437ccb07
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Filename watchdog.sys
System Windows XP
File size 17664 bytes
Date 2008-04-14
File details
MD5 9a10aacbfdc4922715375fb4065ec930
SHA1 fed3a9e27db8369e8e3b3961e906286f7fd5fda2
SHA256 e407953587c04f75ddb163420a5121ff520d31f74753d452e316042c42d360cf
CRC32 fd27319d
Example file location ---