Microsoft Windows INF mstape.inf

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Last Updated: 12/09/2024
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mstape.inf, also known as a Setup Information file, was created by Microsoft for the development of Windows 10. INF files fall under under the Driver (Setup Information) file type category.

mstape.inf was initially released with Windows Vista on 11/08/2006 for the Windows Vista Operating System. The latest version update [v10] for Windows was 10 released on 07/29/2015. mstape.inf is included with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 8.

Please see below for more detailed information, INF file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of mstape.inf.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	mstape.inf
File Extension:	INF file extension
File Type:	Driver
Description:	Setup Information
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Program:	Windows 10
Developer:	Microsoft
Software:	Windows
Software Version:	10

File Details
File Size (Bytes):	26776
Oldest File Date:	11/02/2006
Latest File Date:	03/18/2017

View Other mstape.inf Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	26 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:03:18 18:18:14+00:00
File Inode Change Date/Time:	2017:11:05 07:07:54+00:00
Error:	Unknown file type

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What are mstape.inf Error Messages?

mstape.inf Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) Errors

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 These types of mstape.inf errors can be cause by hardware problems, outdated firmware, corrupt drivers, or other software-related (eg.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

mstape.inf could not be found.
mstape.inf failed to load.
The file mstape.inf is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - mstape.inf.

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: mstape.inf.

:( Your PC ran into a problem that it couldn't handle, and now needs to restart. You can search for the error online: [BSOD] (mstape.inf).

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

It's Critical to Resolve Blue Screen of Death Errors

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

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How to Fix mstape.inf 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 mstape.inf 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 mstape.inf error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing mstape.inf 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 mstape.inf 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 mstape.inf 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 mstape.inf 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 mstape.inf 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 mstape.inf 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 mstape.inf file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free mstape.inf 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 mstape.inf 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\inf\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\inf\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\_e6bdbd33\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\_69ba9fa0\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\inf\
Show 7 more directories +

Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\_amd64_neutral_c2bb3ef1c45cd5a1\
Windows 8: C:\Windows\inf\
Windows 8: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\_x86_fdee3e384f198602\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\inf\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\_x86_8d9a00c7964aa983\
Windows 10: C:\Windows\inf\
Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\_x86_9780a3b9f00bd113\

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 mstape.inf 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 mstape.inf Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying mstape.inf to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Windows INF 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 mstape.inf and all other INF files for Windows. An incorrectly installed INF 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

mstape.inf

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
File Size:	26776
File Date:	03/18/2017
MD5 Checksum:	2238598714f4baa3f30d1a5f3315b310
SHA1 Checksum:	767adb191ddcf7b2950bf884510d12356b03af2c
SHA256 Checksum:	d22d75b1fc325071375ae1f742c16f6966fabf797092a84e6128ac2f81579480
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\inf\ C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Modification Date/Time:	03/18/2017

Windows XP

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

mstape.inf

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows XP
File Size:	16957
File Date:	04/14/2008
MD5 Checksum:	120ac53129fedab813eb30f5650e97a1
SHA1 Checksum:	741b8d9d1fbd69526e9bed2071cdc2dbfd7f0461
SHA256 Checksum:	bb80bf3b0f795d2031f25dc41800846e048a48660c611745426b3041be3f5ae6
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\inf\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Modification Date/Time:	04/14/2008

Windows Vista

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

mstape.inf

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
File Size:	29700
File Date:	01/21/2008
MD5 Checksum:	be16c3941e76ba46ad73594d2b73df69
SHA1 Checksum:	4ae3a64181bc10f33a0005612e24ebec6744f604
SHA256 Checksum:	9b410dfebe76f6f0e621725a2ba2f95c77cb10d0466ca1d64fd8fd319d088aec
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\inf\ C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Modification Date/Time:	01/21/2008

mstape.inf

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
File Size:	29700
MD5 Checksum:	1a569d9db7711f953d7e757beac968f2
SHA1 Checksum:	bf0ceb7361f4f8dc6eca4daab6d24ae1c3951178
SHA256 Checksum:	25968a7f4ac567508db6d41d4e84c05d75820dc1da41028b30a618dd18ab684a
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

mstape.inf

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8.1
File Size:	27276
File Date:	08/22/2013
MD5 Checksum:	9ec95e89c1b907a48ab68adf81506228
SHA1 Checksum:	bd7ec826d44cf9d577ba7086f371d9e34b204153
SHA256 Checksum:	935fa2e7c48b715e4fade13d7fd19baaf40349c51cdb096df9c6e7183e05656f
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\inf\ C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Modification Date/Time:	08/22/2013

Windows 8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

mstape.inf

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8
File Size:	27288
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	1300321c0b9a027ba02325323ffe1ec5
SHA1 Checksum:	e20fe91dcdef101925fd0ee0ea6e52c14ad44e90
SHA256 Checksum:	f6b9ffdd4c2c8ed06f7dd5779eb3b5751bddcb4957545fbebb766626626da63c
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\inf\ C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Modification Date/Time:	07/26/2012

Windows 7

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

mstape.inf

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 7
File Size:	27314
File Date:	07/14/2009
MD5 Checksum:	ef035cf1cbf1c74376b9c4efe767c6ba
SHA1 Checksum:	7e9127eb4ffaacfcec1ee6172b65dc91d599a763
SHA256 Checksum:	fd5077cdec8deaa14a879f0a44d6d1e70b00c2c567aa2673b0f5ff6beecdc7a3
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\inf\ C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Modification Date/Time:	07/14/2009

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