Microsoft Windows SYS ramdisk.sys

Download Ramdisk.sys and Fix BSOD Errors

Last Updated: 12/03/2024
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ramdisk.sys uses the SYS file extension, which is more specifically known as a RAM Disk Driver file. It is classified as a Win32 EXE (Driver) file, created for Microsoft® Windows® Operating System by Microsoft.

ramdisk.sys was first developed on 11/08/2006 in the Windows Vista Operating System for Windows Vista. The latest version update [v10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)] for Windows was 10 released on 07/29/2015. ramdisk.sys is included with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 8.

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

File Analysis Provided by Jason Geater (Author)

File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	ramdisk.sys
File Extension:	SYS file extension
Description:	RAM Disk 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:	0x73f2
Code Size:	18944

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File Info	Description
File Size:	31 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:	1986:06:11 08:19:09+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.10
Code Size:	18944
Initialized Data Size:	3584
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x73f2
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:	RAM Disk Driver
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
Internal Name:	ramdisk.sys
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original Filename:	ramdisk.sys
Product Name:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version:	10.0.15063.0

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What are ramdisk.sys Error Messages?

ramdisk.sys Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) Errors

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

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

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

It's Critical to Resolve Blue Screen of Death Errors

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

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

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing ramdisk.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 ramdisk.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 ramdisk.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 ramdisk.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 ramdisk.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 ramdisk.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 ramdisk.sys file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free ramdisk.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 ramdisk.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 XP: C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\ramdisk.inf_4514f257\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\ramdisk.inf_8a2986d3\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\ramdisk.inf_amd64_neutral_798b5d4dd3f22a07\
Windows 8: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\ramdisk.inf_x86_396aca6bf2c4eb8d\
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Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\ramdisk.inf_x86_95e82a002b133b7b\
Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\ramdisk.inf_x86_be6e7c01ad587fc9\

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

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

ramdisk.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:	32160
File Date:	03/18/2017
MD5 Checksum:	48951cd2d2ae8e5dfa7a5fca6ddd19e9
SHA1 Checksum:	3b1d7ac5b57a1579b36c52e819cd2960b4582d37
SHA256 Checksum:	432d367588a3d22d8345131439519ba5ad7772010615844318f6dd11ea63d972
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:	3584
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 XP

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

ramdisk.sys

5.1.2600.5512

5.1.2600.5512 (xpsp.080413-2108)

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows XP
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	5.1.2600.5512
File Version:	5.1.2600.5512 (xpsp.080413-2108)
File Size:	20736
File Date:	04/14/2008
MD5 Checksum:	eb631ad8b3e8dce20cef046b6d602b98
SHA1 Checksum:	60ce423d8f210a9154ab4e5089522c5489a1def0
SHA256 Checksum:	3899a843b3136babbd47e38583767008ca61663fb720897ff7cbdc92c9ed3fa7
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	5.1
Initialized Data Size:	2560
Linker Version:	7.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	04/14/2008

Windows Vista

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

ramdisk.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:	27648
File Date:	01/21/2008
MD5 Checksum:	54454c9433088da4ee74426266cc2981
SHA1 Checksum:	355c4e7c590fd619f9744b826c36a3a0f59b2ff8
SHA256 Checksum:	9d297902d95d9662c74a129fa9571056195006a03a6d76d7642e37e899c9becd
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:	4096
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	01/21/2008

ramdisk.sys

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
File Size:	27136
MD5 Checksum:	12ce70015db23893a7bacb492a8a141e
SHA1 Checksum:	acf58bf5eabfaeeb2d5f3a2ee0784606d37d0258
SHA256 Checksum:	43b59259556c98731dd618d9e8fcdb7a8d29feb75ace851ec845b60654abf331
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

ramdisk.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:	24064
File Date:	08/22/2013
MD5 Checksum:	260a775dbc84d68fa42b6b30a9d8c368
SHA1 Checksum:	fc3492296dbc5549346680b830eede2872236757
SHA256 Checksum:	c44c371f869064b05a364da9dbda577563e13bfbf4fc4597af7267594a92b10a
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:	4096
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

ramdisk.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:	22016
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	6750d7c603d9288198c368aa4e0570e5
SHA1 Checksum:	e0179b88998819e39fd04fb940472ad8266c0d79
SHA256 Checksum:	886f00049a70d8d43fb67ed45b244b013b33c10811e58d4d00cbae82a0d2c7e6
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:	3072
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

ramdisk.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:	27648
File Date:	07/14/2009
MD5 Checksum:	94a110df744f3a262cc61ae1949f063f
SHA1 Checksum:	b43eb764ad261c9c05413d137e51a430e34484b6
SHA256 Checksum:	dac36a979a89bd6a94b2a594fcdb1847718e22c7b55c3a3767208e8dcfb4f80c
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:	4096
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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