How to Download and Repair Filetrace.sys (3 Step Guide)

Last Updated: 11/27/2023
[Time to Read Article: 5 minutes]

filetrace.sys uses the SYS file extension, which is more specifically known as a File Trace Filter Driver file. It is classified as a Win32 EXE (Driver) file, created for Microsoft® Windows® Operating System by Microsoft.

The first release of filetrace.sys for the Windows Vista platform was on 11/08/2006 for Windows Vista. The latest file version for Windows 10 is v10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800) released on 07/29/2015. filetrace.sys is found in Windows 10, Windows Vista, and Windows 8.1.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple SYS file troubleshooting, and list of free filetrace.sys downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	filetrace.sys
File Extension:	SYS file extension
Description:	File Trace Filter Driver
Object File Type:	Driver
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:	0xa33c
Code Size:	20992

View Other filetrace.sys Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	28 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:03:18 18:18:46+00:00
File Inode Change Date/Time:	2017:11:05 07:07:54+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Warning:	Possibly corrupt Version resource
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	1976:03:27 06:14:33+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.10
Code Size:	20992
Initialized Data Size:	8192
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0xa33c
OS Version:	10.0
Image Version:	10.0
Subsystem Version:	10.0
Subsystem:	Native
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:	Driver
File Subtype:	7
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Microsoft Corporation
File Description:	File Trace Filter Driver
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
Internal Name:	filetrace.sys
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original Filename:	filetrace.sys
Product Name:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version:	10.0.15063.0

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What are filetrace.sys Error Messages?

filetrace.sys Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) Errors

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

filetrace.sys could not be found.
filetrace.sys failed to load.
The file filetrace.sys is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - filetrace.sys.

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: filetrace.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] (filetrace.sys).

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

It's Critical to Resolve Blue Screen of Death Errors

In the majority of cases, you will encounter filetrace.sys BSOD errors after you've installed new hardware, software (Windows), or performed a failed Windows Update. In other cases, software corruption caused by a malware infection can lead to filetrace.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 filetrace.sys Blue Screen of Death error after recent changes.

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How to Fix filetrace.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 filetrace.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):

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 filetrace.sys error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing filetrace.sys 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 filetrace.sys 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 filetrace.sys 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 filetrace.sys 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 filetrace.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 filetrace.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 filetrace.sys file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free filetrace.sys 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 filetrace.sys 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 Vista: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows 8: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

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 filetrace.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 filetrace.sys Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

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

filetrace.sys

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:	28672
File Date:	03/18/2017
MD5 Checksum:	73ce738044adef3c3a88b0af3a3a4537
SHA1 Checksum:	1ec5add9ecdf49dd18fa5981b2a4e8d8e1c8c7e6
SHA256 Checksum:	9894e62ead6dc316d58063a793813d8f3407278aabee7df35a5400e7f14f3393
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	8192
Linker Version:	14.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	10.0
File Modification Date/Time:	03/18/2017

Windows Vista

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

filetrace.sys

6.0.6001.18000

6.0.6001.18000 (longhorn_rtm.080118-1840)

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.0.6001.18000
File Version:	6.0.6001.18000 (longhorn_rtm.080118-1840)
File Size:	33280
File Date:	01/21/2008
MD5 Checksum:	d421327fd6efccaf884a54c58e1b0d7f
SHA1 Checksum:	a521112233f95e69bd5c386644839071871cf61a
SHA256 Checksum:	c2f3b72ea36ba8b74a30e128c088307ca768fdbe232bfa216cd78b0f9b7af18a
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	6.0
Initialized Data Size:	8192
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	01/21/2008

Windows 8.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

filetrace.sys

6.3.9600.16384

6.3.9600.16384 (winblue_rtm.130821-1623)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8.1
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.3.9600.16384
File Version:	6.3.9600.16384 (winblue_rtm.130821-1623)
File Size:	29184
File Date:	08/22/2013
MD5 Checksum:	5c427fd4afaeac08882a70eda5013af8
SHA1 Checksum:	b1df8e7a1ec419903bc4213934f06dae6b321975
SHA256 Checksum:	74fdb9218d18154d6c541a835a54f17a88c6be4efa0a0c94bd642a752a500b0a
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.3
Initialized Data Size:	7168
Linker Version:	11.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	6.3
File Modification Date/Time:	08/22/2013

Windows 8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

filetrace.sys

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:	29696
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	3a2f87ef4400b5e542e2c2ba8fab4222
SHA1 Checksum:	7acab097d301117178b29fdc3f6910bffe510e23
SHA256 Checksum:	9145b79639feace79274c4de05fa5d2ff79b4e0a57a802dfb9a0844dac7a8a76
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.2
Initialized Data Size:	7168
Linker Version:	10.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	6.2
File Modification Date/Time:	07/26/2012

Windows 7

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

filetrace.sys

6.1.7600.16385

6.1.7600.16385 (win7_rtm.090713-1255)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 7
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.1.7600.16385
File Version:	6.1.7600.16385 (win7_rtm.090713-1255)
File Size:	34304
File Date:	07/13/2009
MD5 Checksum:	5f671ab5bc87eea04ec38a6cd5962a47
SHA1 Checksum:	066b447e9adfa567d5bde47503b7e739d2654498
SHA256 Checksum:	6b61d3363ff3f9c439bd51102c284972eae96acc0683b9dc7e12d25d0adc51b6
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	6.1
Initialized Data Size:	8192
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	6.1
File Modification Date/Time:	07/13/2009

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