How to Download DRIVERS.LOG2 and Fix Error Messages

Last Updated: 11/27/2024
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DRIVERS.LOG2 uses the LOG2 file extension, which is more specifically known as a Windows Registry Hive Log file. It is classified as a Registry (Windows Registry Hive Log) file, created for Windows 10 by Microsoft.

The first version of DRIVERS.LOG2 for Windows 8 was introduced on 08/01/2012 in Windows 8. The latest file version for Windows 10 is v10 released on 07/29/2015. DRIVERS.LOG2 is included with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 8.

Please see below for more detailed information, LOG2 file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of DRIVERS.LOG2.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	DRIVERS.LOG2
File Extension:	LOG2 file extension
File Type:	Registry
Description:	Windows Registry Hive Log
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Program:	Windows 10
Developer:	Microsoft
Software:	Windows
Software Version:	10

File Details
File Size (Bytes):	0
Oldest File Date:	07/26/2012
Latest File Date:	03/18/2017

View Other DRIVERS.LOG2 Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	0 bytes
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:04:24 19:26:07+00:00
File Inode Change Date/Time:	2017:11:05 07:07:15+00:00
Error:	Unknown file type

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What are DRIVERS.LOG2 Error Messages?

General DRIVERS.LOG2 Runtime Errors

DRIVERS.LOG2 file errors often occur during the startup phase of Windows, but can also occur while the program is running. These types LOG2 errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Windows is running. Here are some of the most common DRIVERS.LOG2 runtime errors:

DRIVERS.LOG2 could not be found.
DRIVERS.LOG2 error.
DRIVERS.LOG2 failed to load.
Error loading DRIVERS.LOG2.
Failed to register DRIVERS.LOG2 / Cannot register DRIVERS.LOG2.
Runtime Error - DRIVERS.LOG2.
The file DRIVERS.LOG2 is missing or corrupt.

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Windows\System32\config\DRIVERS.LOG2

This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.

Most LOG2 errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your DRIVERS.LOG2 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, DRIVERS.LOG2 file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Windows, system crash while loading or saving DRIVERS.LOG2, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or 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 DRIVERS.LOG2 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 DRIVERS.LOG2 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 DRIVERS.LOG2 error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing DRIVERS.LOG2 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 DRIVERS.LOG2 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 DRIVERS.LOG2 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 DRIVERS.LOG2 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 DRIVERS.LOG2 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 DRIVERS.LOG2 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 DRIVERS.LOG2 file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free DRIVERS.LOG2 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 DRIVERS.LOG2 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 8: C:\Windows\System32\config\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\config\
Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\config\

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 DRIVERS.LOG2 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 DRIVERS.LOG2 Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying DRIVERS.LOG2 to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Windows LOG2 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 DRIVERS.LOG2 and all other LOG2 files for Windows. An incorrectly installed LOG2 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

DRIVERS.LOG2

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
File Size:	0
File Date:	04/24/2017
MD5 Checksum:	d41d8cd98f00b204e9800998ecf8427e
SHA1 Checksum:	da39a3ee5e6b4b0d3255bfef95601890afd80709
SHA256 Checksum:	e3b0c44298fc1c149afbf4c8996fb92427ae41e4649b934ca495991b7852b855
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\config\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Modification Date/Time:	04/24/2017

Windows 8.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

DRIVERS.LOG2

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8.1
File Size:	380928
File Date:	08/22/2013
MD5 Checksum:	466bd79ecf13192f78dd6c58802078e3
SHA1 Checksum:	71d50eaf742937b5377580bbd27cb7e4fef0210b
SHA256 Checksum:	bfb4889a8d198b2ede83fdf4ee6ba77c3be6ff4275c3808732299463eb718a2a
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\config\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Modification Date/Time:	08/22/2013

Windows 8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

DRIVERS.LOG2

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 8
File Size:	0
File Date:	04/24/2017
MD5 Checksum:	d41d8cd98f00b204e9800998ecf8427e
SHA1 Checksum:	da39a3ee5e6b4b0d3255bfef95601890afd80709
SHA256 Checksum:	e3b0c44298fc1c149afbf4c8996fb92427ae41e4649b934ca495991b7852b855
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\config\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Modification Date/Time:	04/24/2017

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SCHEMA.DAT.LOG2	Windows Registry Hive Log	Windows Vista	0	C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
BCD.LOG2	Windows Registry Hive Log	Windows Vista	0	C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\
BCD-Template.LOG2	Windows Registry Hive Log	Windows 8	0	C:\Windows\System32\
SCHEMA.DAT.LOG2	Windows Registry Hive Log	Windows 7	0	C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\

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