Valve Steam SYS SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys

SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys: How to Fix, Download, and Update

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys, also known as a Windows System Configuration file, was created by Valve for the development of Steam API v018. SYS files fall under under the Win32 EXE (Windows System Configuration) file type category.

SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys was first developed on 11/05/2014 for the Windows 10 Operating System in Steam API v018. According to our records, this is the primary and most recent file release from Valve.

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

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys
File Extension:	SYS file extension
File Type:	Driver
Description:	Windows System Configuration
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Program:	Steam API v018
Developer:	Valve
Software:	Steam
Software Version:	API v018

File Details
Entry Point:	0x111d
Code Size:	10752

View Other SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	24 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:12:29 19:37:32+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2017:07:28 15:34:28+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.0
Code Size:	10752
Initialized Data Size:	6656
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x111d
OS Version:	10.0
Image Version:	10.0
Subsystem Version:	6.1
Subsystem:	Native

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What are SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys Error Messages?

SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) Errors

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 These types of SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys errors can be cause by hardware problems, outdated firmware, corrupt drivers, or other software-related (eg.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

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

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

It's Critical to Resolve Blue Screen of Death Errors

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

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

Step 2: If recently installed Steam (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Steam software.

You can uninstall Steam software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
Find the entry for Steam API v018 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Steam software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

Steam API v018

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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 SteamStreamingMicrophone.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 SteamStreamingMicrophone.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 SteamStreamingMicrophone.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 SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys files for every applicable version of Steam. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Steam folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\drivers\Windows8.1\x86\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\drivers\Windows8.1\x64\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\drivers\Windows10\x86\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\drivers\Windows10\x64\
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 SteamStreamingMicrophone.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 SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys to your appropriate Windows system directory. Valve typically does not release Steam 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 SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys and all other SYS files for Steam. An incorrectly installed SYS file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
File Size:	24656
File Date:	12/29/2019
MD5 Checksum:	dd4d15317a0ff2cdc5128ad5e6fe4346
SHA1 Checksum:	cbc0eef8455f86aa552e011a241e71f206bf759e
SHA256 Checksum:	2ad756d8c70dc43d4f31b8ac49f61b09cfe650b31bada5cc1725ea8fc46339e7
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\drivers\Windows8. ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	6656
Linker Version:	14.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	6.1
File Modification Date/Time:	12/29/2019

SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
File Size:	31392
File Date:	12/29/2019
MD5 Checksum:	716c6517f638b0f58cdb5fdf3d2f1530
SHA1 Checksum:	c670b23cd489f7ba9176646ca5ea78d5cdbf7229
SHA256 Checksum:	f4d850e6a1adc763f1f2765589872a90b1fe581714c8f26f7f998ddfb48c49fe
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\drivers\Windows8. ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	11776
Linker Version:	14.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	6.1
File Modification Date/Time:	12/29/2019

SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
File Size:	34000
File Date:	12/29/2019
MD5 Checksum:	9f3779836f80a52f2f0ae866f18bf118
SHA1 Checksum:	df316ccb3ffa8ba49dc64500776bec4c8dfff19b
SHA256 Checksum:	135cc5ac87ad971e8069068f2e971dfe170962eea7b446d24796fb01004eccc9
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\drivers\Windows10 ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	6656
Linker Version:	14.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	6.1
File Modification Date/Time:	12/29/2019

SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
File Size:	40736
File Date:	12/29/2019
MD5 Checksum:	23f8a7c0d75aea4440db0a5f855db1a1
SHA1 Checksum:	f270cd77f6dc9dc2a88230f3ebd16fbaca8ee187
SHA256 Checksum:	0ec2de32da3afbc63ea84e76d1f0322382c273b3162885c7254f3960802b3b5e
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\drivers\Windows10 ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	11776
Linker Version:	14.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	6.1
File Modification Date/Time:	12/29/2019

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Files Related to SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys

SYS Files Related to SteamStreamingMicrophone.sys

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
SteamStreamingSpeakers...	Windows System Configuration	Steam API v018	40736	C:\Windows\Prefetch\
SteamStreamingSpeakers...	Windows System Configuration	Steam API v018	31392	C:\Windows\Prefetch\
SteamStreamingMicropho...	Windows System Configuration	Steam API v018	24656	C:\Windows\Prefetch\
SteamStreamingMicropho...	Windows System Configuration	Steam API v018	31392	C:\Windows\Prefetch\
SteamStreamingMicropho...	Windows System Configuration	Steam API v018	34000	C:\Windows\Prefetch\

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EtwRTEventLog-System.etl	Microsoft Event Trace Log	Steam API v018	432	C:\Windows\System32\LogFiles\WMI\RtBackup\
api-ms-win-core-dateti...	ApiSet Stub DLL	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.18362.1)	11216	C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\bin\cef\cef.win7x64\

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