Microsoft Windows SYS ql2300.sys

Download Ql2300.sys and Troubleshoot BSOD Errors

Last Updated: 12/08/2024
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QLogic Fibre Channel Stor Miniport Driver files, such as ql2300.sys, are considered a type of Win64 EXE (Driver) file. They are associated with the SYS file extension, developed by Microsoft for QLogic Fibre Channel Stor Miniport Driver.

ql2300.sys was first released for Windows Vista Operating System on 11/08/2006 with Windows Vista. The latest file version for Windows 7 is v9.1.8.6 released on 07/22/2009.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple SYS file troubleshooting, and list of free ql2300.sys downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	ql2300.sys
File Extension:	SYS file extension
Description:	QLogic Fibre Channel Stor Miniport Driver
Object File Type:	Driver
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	QLogic Corporation
Software Program:	QLogic Fibre Channel Stor Miniport Driver
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © QLogic Corporation 1996-2009

File Details
Character Set:	Windows, Latin1
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x1a1008
Code Size:	755200

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File Info	Description
File Size:	1489 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2009:07:14 01:45:46+00:00
File Inode Change Date/Time:	2017:11:05 07:07:16+00:00
File Type:	Win64 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
Time Stamp:	2009:01:22 23:05:06+00:00
PE Type:	PE32+
Linker Version:	9.0
Code Size:	755200
Initialized Data Size:	939520
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x1a1008
OS Version:	6.1
Image Version:	6.1
Subsystem Version:	6.1
Subsystem:	Native
File Version Number:	9.1.8.6
Product Version Number:	9.1.8.6
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Driver
File Subtype:	8
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Windows, Latin1
Company Name:	QLogic Corporation
File Description:	QLogic Fibre Channel Stor Miniport Driver
File Version:	9.1.8.6
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © QLogic Corporation 1996-2009
Product Name:	QLogic Fibre Channel Stor Miniport Driver
Product Version:	9.1.8.6

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What are ql2300.sys Error Messages?

ql2300.sys Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) Errors

There are a number of reasons why you could be encountering issues with ql2300.sys. Most of the issues concerning sys files involve Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors. These types of ql2300.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:

ql2300.sys could not be found.
ql2300.sys failed to load.
The file ql2300.sys is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - ql2300.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: ql2300.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] (ql2300.sys).

STOP 0×0000007A: KERNEL DATA INPAGE (ql2300.sys) STOP 0x0000000A: IRQL NOT LESS EQUAL (ql2300.sys) STOP 0x0000001E: KMODE EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED (ql2300.sys) STOP 0x0000003B: SYSTEM SERVICE EXCEPTION (ql2300.sys) STOP 0x00000050: PAGE FAULT IN A NONPAGED AREA (ql2300.sys) STOP 0x0000007E: SYSTEM THREAD EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED (ql2300.sys)

It's Critical to Resolve Blue Screen of Death Errors

In the majority of cases, you will encounter ql2300.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 ql2300.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 ql2300.sys Blue Screen of Death error after recent changes.

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How to Fix ql2300.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 ql2300.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 ql2300.sys error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing ql2300.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 ql2300.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 ql2300.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 ql2300.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 ql2300.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 ql2300.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 ql2300.sys file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free ql2300.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 ql2300.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\ql2300.inf_a37e1fa7\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\ql2300.inf_30e08e5c\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\ql2300.inf_amd64_neutral_ca8487daf77ff7cb\
Windows 7: 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 7.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve ql2300.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 ql2300.sys Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying ql2300.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 ql2300.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 Vista

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

ql2300.sys

9.1.2.6

9.1.2.6 (wx64)

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
Software:	QLogic Fibre Channel Stor Miniport Driver
Software Version:	9.1.2.6
File Version:	9.1.2.6 (wx64)
File Size:	990312
File Date:	11/02/2006
MD5 Checksum:	4a29d25704917161bad9b4659a248dfd
SHA1 Checksum:	e1dd2921b3f6da8baab37b2e9308180242cbadf7
SHA256 Checksum:	5fac1e636e6ac5ee9a1580e73398b16216196696de0732dccde5aa8ad9883205
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:	620544
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	11/02/2006

ql2300.sys

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
File Size:	1221176
MD5 Checksum:	0b83f4e681062f3839be2ec1d98fd94a
SHA1 Checksum:	2da3be1c23337107be1ad1bafdb0cd24348597ae
SHA256 Checksum:	47e1b8014c59981693f5544872af00383528aaef0c6fe9ae8c45a6359efb067d
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\ C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository ...

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

Windows 7

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

ql2300.sys

9.1.8.6

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 7
Software:	QLogic Fibre Channel Stor Miniport Driver
Software Version:	9.1.8.6
File Version:	9.1.8.6
File Size:	1524816
File Date:	07/14/2009
MD5 Checksum:	a53a15a11ebfd21077463ee2c7afeef0
SHA1 Checksum:	bfd103310f198991b002252526c82573f46ef7ee
SHA256 Checksum:	6002b012a75045dea62640a864a8721eade2f8b65beb5f5ba76d8cd819774489
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository ... C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	6.1
Initialized Data Size:	939520
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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