Compaq Atheros AR5007 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter SYS athrx.sys

Athrx.sys: How to Fix, Download, and Update

Last Updated: 11/25/2024
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Atheros Extensible Wireless LAN device driver files such as athrx.sys utilize the SYS file extension. This file is considered a Win64 EXE (Driver) file, and was first created by Compaq for the Driver for Atheros CB42/CB43/MB42/MB43 Network Adapter software package.

athrx.sys was initially released with Windows Vista on 11/08/2006 for the Windows Vista Operating System. On 05/30/2007, version 7.3.1.25 built by: WinDDK was released for Atheros AR5007 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter 7.3.201.25. athrx.sys is found in Windows 10, Windows Vista, and Windows 7.

In this short article, you will discover detailed file information, steps for troubleshooting SYS file problems with athrx.sys, and list of free downloads for every version that exists in our comprehensive file directory.

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File Overview


General Information ✻
File Name: athrx.sys
File Extension: SYS file extension
Description: Atheros Extensible Wireless LAN device driver
Object File Type: Driver
File Operating System: Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Atheros Communications, Inc.
Software Program: Driver for Atheros CB42/CB43/MB42/MB43 Network Adapter
Legal Copyright: Copyright (C) 2001-2007 Atheros Communications, Inc.
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: Private build
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0xe3008
Code Size: 723968
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What are athrx.sys Error Messages?


athrx.sys Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) Errors

There are a number of reasons why you could be encountering issues with athrx.sys. Most of the issues concerning sys files involve Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors. These types of athrx.sys errors can be cause by hardware problems, outdated firmware, corrupt drivers, or other software-related (eg. Atheros AR5007 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter update) issues. Some of these errors include:

A problem has been detected and Windows has been shut down to prevent damage to your computer. The problem seems to be caused by the following file: athrx.sys.

:( Your PC ran into a problem that it couldn't handle, and now needs to restart. You can search for the error online: [BSOD] (athrx.sys).

<strong>STOP 0x0000000A: IRQL NOT LESS EQUAL (athrx.sys)</strong><br /><strong>STOP 0x0000003B: SYSTEM SERVICE EXCEPTION (athrx.sys)</strong><br /><strong>STOP 0x0000001E: KMODE EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED (athrx.sys)</strong><br /><strong>STOP 0x0000007E: SYSTEM THREAD EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED (athrx.sys)</strong><br /><strong>STOP 0×0000007A: KERNEL DATA INPAGE (athrx.sys)</strong><br /><strong>STOP 0x00000050: PAGE FAULT IN A NONPAGED AREA (athrx.sys)</strong>

It's Critical to Resolve Blue Screen of Death Errors

In the majority of cases, you will encounter athrx.sys BSOD errors after you've installed new hardware, software (Atheros AR5007 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter), or performed a failed Windows Update. In other cases, software corruption caused by a malware infection can lead to athrx.sys Blue Screen of Death errors. Therefore, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.


GEEK TIP : As a rule of thumb, it's always a good idea to create a Windows "Snapshot" backup / System Restore Point before making any hardware or software changes to your computer. That way, it's very easy to restore your system in the unfortunate event you encounter a athrx.sys Blue Screen of Death error after recent changes.

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How to Fix athrx.sys 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 athrx.sys 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 athrx.sys error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Atheros AR5007 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Atheros AR5007 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter software.

You can uninstall Atheros AR5007 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter 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 Atheros AR5007 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter 7.3.201.25 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Atheros AR5007 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter software.

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

Atheros AR5007 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter 7.3.201.25

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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 athrx.sys 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 athrx.sys 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 athrx.sys 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 athrx.sys file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free athrx.sys files for every applicable version of Atheros AR5007 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter. 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 athrx.sys Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Atheros AR5007 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter folder location:
    Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\netathrx.inf_fbd9ab56\
    Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\netathrx.inf_amd64_neutral_905772087ff288af\
    Windows 10: C:\SWSetup\SP37903A\
    Windows 10: C:\3DP\Net\Atheros\500x_apple\
    Windows 10: C:\3DP\Net\Atheros\500x\v764_one2330\
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    Windows 10: C:\3DP\Net\Atheros\500x\v764\
  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 athrx.sys 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 athrx.sys Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying athrx.sys to your appropriate Windows system directory. Compaq typically does not release Atheros AR5007 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter SYS 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 athrx.sys and all other SYS files for Atheros AR5007 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter. An incorrectly installed SYS file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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Files Related to athrx.sys


SYS Files Related to athrx.sys

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
athrx.sys Atheros Extensible Wireless LAN device driver Driver for Atheros CB42/CB43/MB42/MB43 Network Adapter (7.3.1.25) 920064 C:\Windows\Fonts\
athr.sys Atheros Extensible Wireless LAN device driver Driver for Atheros CB42/CB43/MB42/MB43 Network Adapter (7.3.1.25) 735232 C:\Windows\System32\LogFiles\WMI\RtBackup\

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File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
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WmiApRpl.ini Windows Initialization Atheros AR5007 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter 7.3.201.25 29736 C:\Windows\inf\WmiApRpl\0009\
diagwrn.xml Extensible Markup Language Atheros AR5007 802.11b/g WiFi Adapter 7.3.201.25 5718 C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
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