Microsoft Windows AX vbisurf.ax

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Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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vbisurf.ax is considered a type of VBI Surface Allocator Filter file. It is most-commonly used in Microsoft® Windows® Operating System developed by Microsoft. It uses the AX file extension and is considered a Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file.

The first version of vbisurf.ax was released for the Windows Vista Operating System on 11/08/2006 inside Windows Vista. The latest version update [v10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)] for Windows was 10 released on 07/29/2015. vbisurf.ax is found in Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 8.

Please continue reading to find your correct vbisurf.ax file version download (free), detailed file information, and AX file troubleshooting instructions.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	vbisurf.ax
File Extension:	AX file extension
Description:	VBI Surface Allocator Filter
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Operating System:	Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	Microsoft Corporation
Software Program:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x8630
Code Size:	32768

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File Info	Description
File Size:	40 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:03:18 18:18:58+00:00
File Inode Change Date/Time:	2017:11:05 07:07:54+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Warning:	Possibly corrupt Version resource
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2057:05:21 17:56:05+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.10
Code Size:	32768
Initialized Data Size:	7680
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x8630
OS Version:	10.0
Image Version:	10.0
Subsystem Version:	10.0
Subsystem:	Windows command line
File Version Number:	10.0.15063.0
Product Version Number:	10.0.15063.0
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Windows NT 32-bit
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Microsoft Corporation
File Description:	VBI Surface Allocator Filter
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
Internal Name:	VBISURF.AX
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original Filename:	VBISURF.AX
Product Name:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version:	10.0.15063.0

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What are vbisurf.ax Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library vbisurf.ax Errors

vbisurf.ax is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like vbisurf.ax, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like sapisvr.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Windows) could share the same vbisurf.ax file, saving valuable memory allocation, therefore making your computer run more efficiently.

Unfortunately, what makes DLL files so convenient and efficient, also makes them extremely vulnerable to problems. If something happens to a shared AX file, either it goes missing or gets corrupted in some way, it can generate a "runtime" error message. Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these errors are triggered when vbisurf.ax is attempted to be loaded either when Windows is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common vbisurf.ax errors include:

Access Violation at address - vbisurf.ax.
vbisurf.ax could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Windows\System32\vbisurf.ax.
Cannot register vbisurf.ax.
Cannot start Windows. A required component is missing: vbisurf.ax. Please install Windows again.
Failed to load vbisurf.ax.
The application has failed to start because vbisurf.ax was not found.
The file vbisurf.ax is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because vbisurf.ax was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your vbisurf.ax file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Windows), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, vbisurf.ax file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Windows, system crash while loading vbisurf.ax, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or quite commonly, a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

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How to Fix vbisurf.ax Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your vbisurf.ax issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.

Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click System Restore.
Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the vbisurf.ax error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing vbisurf.ax file.

System File Checker is a utility included with every Windows version that allows you scan and restore corrupted system files. Use the SFC tool to fix missing or corrupt vbisurf.ax files (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "cmd" but DO NOT PRESS "ENTER".
Press and hold "CTRL-Shift" on your keyboard while pressing "ENTER".
You'll be prompted with a permission dialog box.
In the box, click "YES".
You should have a black screen with a blinking cursor.
In that black screen, type "sfc /scannow" and hit "ENTER".
SFC will begin scanning for vbisurf.ax issues and any other system file problems.
Follow any on-screen commands to complete the process.

Please be aware that this scan might take a while, so please be patient while it is working.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

sfc /scannow

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many vbisurf.ax error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the vbisurf.ax error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.

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If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your vbisurf.ax File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate vbisurf.ax file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free vbisurf.ax files for every applicable version of Windows. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download vbisurf.ax Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy the file into the appropriate directory for your Windows version:

Windows XP: C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\
Windows XP: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
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Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\

Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve vbisurf.ax problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.

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Download vbisurf.ax Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying vbisurf.ax to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Windows AX files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing vbisurf.ax and all other AX files for Windows. An incorrectly installed AX file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 10

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

vbisurf.ax

10.0.15063.0

10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	10.0.15063.0
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
File Size:	40448
File Date:	03/18/2017
MD5 Checksum:	d1e6268ba5e15f1267903422778112c2
SHA1 Checksum:	54f67103cefbbb4bb04dacfa9323fdd72b8fd556
SHA256 Checksum:	cd797992b2e970fb171d8e20aa05298bd9397c7e79bca21daf2457251d1fba8f
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	7680
Linker Version:	14.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	10.0
File Modification Date/Time:	03/18/2017

Windows XP

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

vbisurf.ax

5.3.2600.5512

5.3.2600.5512 (xpsp.080413-0845)

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows XP
Software:	Microsoft(R) Windows(R) Operating System
Software Version:	5.3.2600.5512
File Version:	5.3.2600.5512 (xpsp.080413-0845)
File Size:	30208
File Date:	04/14/2008
MD5 Checksum:	69832690cf24c5a038bf70f82059ba2b
SHA1 Checksum:	31368fae485923cce90885a87390f0a3786b3e4e
SHA256 Checksum:	d11af6c22b667944ad19daeb9f0942e8fb1d9ed2cd5822ff4df14079c11b3432
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\ C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	5.1
Initialized Data Size:	3584
Linker Version:	7.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	04/14/2008

Windows Vista

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

vbisurf.ax

6.0.6000.16386

6.0.6000.16386 (vista_rtm.061101-2205)

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.0.6000.16386
File Version:	6.0.6000.16386 (vista_rtm.061101-2205)
File Size:	40960
File Date:	11/02/2006
MD5 Checksum:	72294c5b16887368129cb98e343e90e5
SHA1 Checksum:	ce89bd1460e54f6a027a6a4b2e1657420034171f
SHA256 Checksum:	c3d145b2217d0fa27deb82a476d54ad7b91f1b4f3052c380f8a78781b0a93b0c
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	6.0
Initialized Data Size:	7680
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	11/02/2006

vbisurf.ax

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
File Size:	31232
MD5 Checksum:	160a51ff315edc6503e6bf23ffa63374
SHA1 Checksum:	0b326b4f4b7aef11a9e51b12dd8ad3a7d867f5b9
SHA256 Checksum:	a69050e29245972de09b5a06087da776247482d3f9a43bfa3c87bf21917b2d41
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
There is no information available.

Windows 8.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

vbisurf.ax

6.3.9600.17415

6.3.9600.17415 (winblue_r4.141028-1500)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8.1
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.3.9600.17415
File Version:	6.3.9600.17415 (winblue_r4.141028-1500)
File Size:	40960
File Date:	11/21/2014
MD5 Checksum:	3c72d4a01ead9e44e251052eab49df8e
SHA1 Checksum:	75355318b92792e11639ad63b29d7c3d27317210
SHA256 Checksum:	55b5e808621eeaa4875de8ad382b8656155c5e8abe0a3b7dad55d69013a3c9ba
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	6.3
Initialized Data Size:	7680
Linker Version:	11.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.3
File Modification Date/Time:	11/21/2014

Windows 8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

vbisurf.ax

6.2.9200.16384

6.2.9200.16384 (win8_rtm.120725-1247)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.2.9200.16384
File Version:	6.2.9200.16384 (win8_rtm.120725-1247)
File Size:	35328
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	aa1fe2f9f8dcf135c6eb264e26f25d1e
SHA1 Checksum:	8d26b2b690f77d5e92fc3e4ab862bc94dc4e06a3
SHA256 Checksum:	e9af822d99c5323793fac42a1d06ab6ccd87db51ec58892639fdd200a5d54a99
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	6.2
Initialized Data Size:	7680
Linker Version:	10.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.2
File Modification Date/Time:	07/26/2012

Windows 7

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

vbisurf.ax

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 7
File Size:	33792
MD5 Checksum:	373a87dbfd387ddc54375f547834fbbd
SHA1 Checksum:	4ff13c24093f9b6bdbb20f396f0028f8f076f839
SHA256 Checksum:	9811bee17bf2248c800fbcc30cd2ff47ad5b8607d5d5f787dbd0bb6d206cb93d
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
There is no information available.

vbisurf.ax

6.1.7601.17514

6.1.7601.17514 (win7sp1_rtm.101119-1850)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 7
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.1.7601.17514
File Version:	6.1.7601.17514 (win7sp1_rtm.101119-1850)
File Size:	43520
File Date:	11/21/2010
MD5 Checksum:	0f8a86a636a774dbb63b3a8659723312
SHA1 Checksum:	4c5948025f058d5b5b437c3075c47c9e0224192c
SHA256 Checksum:	e6dba6610d96b4a6796c58842bafaeb5c50b778f4a4de5dcd3dfc38bdf892030
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	6.1
Initialized Data Size:	7680
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.1
File Modification Date/Time:	11/21/2010

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