How to Update, Download, and Fix Sfdisc.dat

Last Updated: 12/03/2024
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sfdisc.dat uses the DAT file extension, which is more specifically known as a Game Data file. It is classified as a Dynamic Link Library (Game Data) file, created for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 6.7 (CC 2015.7) by Adobe Systems Incorporated.

The first version of sfdisc.dat was released for the Windows 10 Operating System on 09/26/2018 inside Nero MediaHome 2019 1.12.0.1. The most recent release for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 6.7 (CC 2015.7) launched on 09/20/2016 [version 6.7 (CC 2015.7) release].

Please see below for more detailed information, DAT file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of sfdisc.dat.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: sfdisc.dat
File Extension: DAT file extension
File Type: Dynamic Link Library
Description: Game Data
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 6.7 (CC 2015.7)
Developer: Adobe Systems Incorporated
Software: Adobe Photoshop Lightroom
Software Version: 6.7 (CC 2015.7)
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 433081
Oldest File Date: 03/04/2020
Latest File Date: 03/04/2020


What are sfdisc.dat Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library sfdisc.dat Errors

sfdisc.dat is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like sfdisc.dat, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like 7za.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Adobe Photoshop Lightroom) could share the same sfdisc.dat 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 DAT 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 sfdisc.dat is attempted to be loaded either when Adobe Photoshop Lightroom is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common sfdisc.dat errors include:

Your sfdisc.dat file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Adobe Photoshop Lightroom), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, sfdisc.dat file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Adobe Photoshop Lightroom, system crash while loading sfdisc.dat, 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.



How to Fix sfdisc.dat 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 sfdisc.dat 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):

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

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the sfdisc.dat error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Adobe Photoshop Lightroom (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Adobe Photoshop Lightroom software.

You can uninstall Adobe Photoshop Lightroom software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 6.7 (CC 2015.7) and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Adobe Photoshop Lightroom software.

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

Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 6.7 (CC 2015.7)

Adobe Systems Incorporated

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 sfdisc.dat error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

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

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



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your sfdisc.dat 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 sfdisc.dat file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free sfdisc.dat files for every applicable version of Adobe Photoshop Lightroom. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download sfdisc.dat Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Adobe Photoshop Lightroom folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Adobe\Adobe Lightroom\CIT\Plug-ins\FaceRecognition\etc\ojo\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Nero\Nero 2019\Nero MediaHome\Nero.CognitecConnector\etc\ojo\
  4. 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 sfdisc.dat 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.



Download sfdisc.dat Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying sfdisc.dat to your appropriate Windows system directory. Adobe Systems Incorporated typically does not release Adobe Photoshop Lightroom DAT 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 sfdisc.dat and all other DAT files for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom. An incorrectly installed DAT file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
sa.9NKMKXNQV2M8_0__.Pu... Game Data Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 6.7 (CC 2015.7) 68016 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Packages\Microsof...
sa.9PL3B0VQLQQ8_0__.Pu... Game Data Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 6.7 (CC 2015.7) 86172 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Packages\Microsof...
sa.9NBLGGH18846_0__.Pu... Game Data Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 6.7 (CC 2015.7) 138800 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Packages\Microsof...
index.dat Game Data Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 6.7 (CC 2015.7) 376919 C:\Windows\inf\
settings.dat Game Data Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 6.7 (CC 2015.7) 8192 C:\Windows\System32\

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