Microsoft Windows SYS pnpmem.sys

Fix Pnpmem.sys Blue Screen Errors (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/24/2023
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pnpmem.sys, also known as a Plug and Play Memory Driver file, was created by Microsoft for the development of Microsoft® Windows® Operating System. SYS files fall under under the Win32 EXE (Dynamic link library) file type category.

The first version of pnpmem.sys for Windows Vista was introduced on 11/08/2006 in Windows Vista. The most recent version [file version 10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)] was introduced on 07/29/2015 for Windows 10. pnpmem.sys is included in Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 8.

Please see below for more detailed information, SYS file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of pnpmem.sys.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	pnpmem.sys
File Extension:	SYS file extension
Description:	Plug and Play Memory Driver
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
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:	0x60e6
Code Size:	7168

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File Info	Description
File Size:	13 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:03:18 18:18:16+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:	2003:04:15 08:08:25+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.10
Code Size:	7168
Initialized Data Size:	5120
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x60e6
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:	Dynamic link library
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Microsoft Corporation
File Description:	Plug and Play Memory Driver
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
Internal Name:	pnpmem.sys
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original Filename:	pnpmem.sys
Product Name:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version:	10.0.15063.0

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What are pnpmem.sys Error Messages?

pnpmem.sys Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) Errors

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

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

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

It's Critical to Resolve Blue Screen of Death Errors

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

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

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing pnpmem.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 pnpmem.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 pnpmem.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 pnpmem.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 pnpmem.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 pnpmem.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 pnpmem.sys file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free pnpmem.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 pnpmem.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\DriverStore\FileRepository\memory.inf_5b939ff9\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\memory.inf_420b0522\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\memory.inf_amd64_neutral_c2d2c213c3138487\
Windows 8: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\memory.inf_x86_d0cd1a334047d164\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\memory.inf_x86_b1c3a270ee582f10\
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Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\memory.inf_x86_cfdee40f6187e72a\

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

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

pnpmem.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:	13312
File Date:	03/18/2017
MD5 Checksum:	06d875c06cfbc9d5663f5ca3e5cefdcc
SHA1 Checksum:	396c3c6345e0dce3eaa6ab2ffc125b6b1ec1fbda
SHA256 Checksum:	54f7e5eb2ff5e49004d271a2c629f7d3538fd3c5222a5334db3dd556e587febe
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	5120
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

pnpmem.sys

6.0.6000.16386

6.0.6000.16386 (vista_rtm.061101-2205)

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.0.6000.16386
File Version:	6.0.6000.16386 (vista_rtm.061101-2205)
File Size:	19968
File Date:	11/02/2006
MD5 Checksum:	c836c72ec4fa708431827a578a8b0fd6
SHA1 Checksum:	df9139e8c7f387913b30e9f7066f66bcdaa6e905
SHA256 Checksum:	d33edefb91e2e7f871180a7e2cd1e96e4ea13fb385e00070c4085be53566ffda
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	6.0
Initialized Data Size:	7168
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	11/02/2006

pnpmem.sys

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
File Size:	20992
MD5 Checksum:	aa9c6b4b6c629bc5e63ed1d3d39bcc4f
SHA1 Checksum:	50d62f82db0f8e0afad95a37e90f9532fb474c6f
SHA256 Checksum:	42f4f4e379fe613c6b9bee454ecb2e6928ba3172d5c25452fcd60c3bc912c8e1
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
There is no information available.

Windows 8.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

pnpmem.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:	13312
File Date:	08/22/2013
MD5 Checksum:	7d3ad525a0490a163fe12addee5fc710
SHA1 Checksum:	70f71a67f13ace1800b77a4e0871edc28f57a3fa
SHA256 Checksum:	a524f152284f035487cc695a6f2597fed677c57c291669dab935977b022e2c0b
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.3
Initialized Data Size:	5120
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

pnpmem.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:	12800
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	7926b878a8ae85cc8e44c0521756b340
SHA1 Checksum:	eba67b0302f7f6df659f439c5986ff2d87e20e5f
SHA256 Checksum:	0abecd84399a386b5422cd6c2ea2c8e6c7080e93f2a8345967819b43983d2ea8
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.2
Initialized Data Size:	4608
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

pnpmem.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:	16384
File Date:	07/13/2009
MD5 Checksum:	aab547e4278174bef5df44a4811d1673
SHA1 Checksum:	4259c14afde54290d4f4f7130c0db7a7badaff7d
SHA256 Checksum:	9a434e78ab5ee7ac08f8102cd7ac70b1a43f9d7fa23cf8b338015105c8b67b84
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	6.1
Initialized Data Size:	6144
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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