Microsoft Windows SYS ndiscap.sys

Fixing Ndiscap.sys Issues - How to Download and Repair

Last Updated: 11/25/2024
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ndiscap.sys, also known as a Microsoft NDIS Packet Capture Filter Driver file, was created by Microsoft for the development of Microsoft® Windows® Operating System. SYS files fall under under the Win32 EXE (Driver) file type category.

The release of ndiscap.sys introduced for Windows was on 07/22/2009 in Windows 7. The most recent version [file version 10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)] was introduced on 07/29/2015 for Windows 10. ndiscap.sys is included with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 8.

This article discusses complete file details, SYS file troubleshooting instructions for problems with ndiscap.sys, and a comprehensive set of free downloads for every file version that has been catalogued by our team.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	ndiscap.sys
File Extension:	SYS file extension
Description:	Microsoft NDIS Packet Capture 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:	Neutral
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x620a
Code Size:	13824

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File Info	Description
File Size:	34 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:03:18 18:19:04+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:	2102:06:05 11:03:23+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.10
Code Size:	13824
Initialized Data Size:	19968
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x620a
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:	6
Language Code:	Neutral
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Microsoft Corporation
File Description:	Microsoft NDIS Packet Capture Filter Driver
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
Internal Name:	NDISCAP.SYS
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original Filename:	NDISCAP.SYS
Product Name:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version:	10.0.15063.0

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What are ndiscap.sys Error Messages?

ndiscap.sys Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) Errors

There are a number of reasons why you could be encountering issues with ndiscap.sys. Most of the issues concerning sys files involve Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors. These types of ndiscap.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:

ndiscap.sys could not be found.
ndiscap.sys failed to load.
The file ndiscap.sys is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - ndiscap.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: ndiscap.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] (ndiscap.sys).

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

It's Critical to Resolve Blue Screen of Death Errors

In the majority of cases, you will encounter ndiscap.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 ndiscap.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 ndiscap.sys Blue Screen of Death error after recent changes.

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

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing ndiscap.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 ndiscap.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 ndiscap.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 ndiscap.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 ndiscap.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 ndiscap.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 ndiscap.sys file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free ndiscap.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 ndiscap.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 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 ndiscap.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 ndiscap.sys Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying ndiscap.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 ndiscap.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

ndiscap.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:	34816
File Date:	03/18/2017
MD5 Checksum:	b2514236fe57fff92932ca5efdd7929d
SHA1 Checksum:	847585fef95803c89a40ba35975f7adad3ca2f95
SHA256 Checksum:	743aa3599065322cf7cf49b28aab0b968800a80e6223cd9f3f3cf4fa1f60e49e
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:	19968
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 8.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

ndiscap.sys

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:	30720
File Date:	11/21/2014
MD5 Checksum:	bd7a072cdef23d6f97c99536a60a4cd4
SHA1 Checksum:	f8330626b4caeea8c3d02ec15597edbfd00cb6cf
SHA256 Checksum:	31a5f8cfb2c648689e3071a5336ecb36787fa7d1af45f22a28de293f39789a9e
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:	17408
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:	11/21/2014

Windows 8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

ndiscap.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:	30720
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	9b8bc481deeaa07c51da214d2cef2fc9
SHA1 Checksum:	925da30443967e2368a2e466b9fb156b58b8d0cd
SHA256 Checksum:	187d3be38cf64aa695512accb2d0050772f07a21e200afa6c6ba6030a2680ad9
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:	17408
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

ndiscap.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:	35328
File Date:	07/14/2009
MD5 Checksum:	9f9a1f53aad7da4d6fef5bb73ab811ac
SHA1 Checksum:	a26d390109e6875824d8231f536408bbea2f61b6
SHA256 Checksum:	d7e5446e83909ae25506bb98fbdd878a529c87963e3c1125c4abab25823572bc
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:	15872
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	6.1
File Modification Date/Time:	07/14/2009

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