How to Download, Fix, and Update Boot.sdi

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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SDI files such as boot.sdi are categorized as Data (QuickBooks Data) files. As a QuickBooks Data file, it was created for use in MiniTool Partition Wizard Free Edition 11.5 by MiniTool.

The first version of boot.sdi for Windows Vista was introduced on 11/08/2006 in Windows Vista. The latest version update [v11.5] for MiniTool Partition Wizard Free Edition was 11.5 released on 08/26/2019. boot.sdi is bundled with the software package in Windows 10, Windows Vista, and Windows 8.1.

Please see below for more detailed information, SDI file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of boot.sdi.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: boot.sdi
File Extension: SDI file extension
File Type: Data
Description: QuickBooks Data
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: MiniTool Partition Wizard Free Edition 11.5
Developer: MiniTool
Software: MiniTool Partition Wizard Free Edition
Software Version: 11.5
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 3170304
Oldest File Date: 01/21/2008
Latest File Date: 03/04/2020


What are boot.sdi Error Messages?


General boot.sdi Runtime Errors

boot.sdi file errors often occur during the startup phase of MiniTool Partition Wizard Free Edition, but can also occur while the program is running. These types SDI errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while MiniTool Partition Wizard Free Edition is running. Here are some of the most common boot.sdi runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files\MiniTool Partition Wizard 11\PETools\x86\boot\boot.sdi

This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.


Most SDI errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your boot.sdi file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with MiniTool Partition Wizard Free Edition), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, boot.sdi file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading MiniTool Partition Wizard Free Edition, system crash while loading or saving boot.sdi, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or malware infection. Thus, it’s critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix boot.sdi 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 boot.sdi 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):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click System Restore.
  4. Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
  5. Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
  6. Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the boot.sdi error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed MiniTool Partition Wizard Free Edition (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling MiniTool Partition Wizard Free Edition software.

You can uninstall MiniTool Partition Wizard Free Edition software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for MiniTool Partition Wizard Free Edition 11.5 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall MiniTool Partition Wizard Free Edition software.

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

MiniTool Partition Wizard Free Edition 11.5

MiniTool

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 boot.sdi error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
  4. If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
  5. After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the boot.sdi error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your boot.sdi 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 boot.sdi file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free boot.sdi files for every applicable version of MiniTool Partition Wizard Free Edition. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download boot.sdi Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate MiniTool Partition Wizard Free Edition folder location:
    Windows Vista: C:\Windows\Boot\DVD\EFI\
    Windows Vista: C:\Windows\Boot\DVD\PCAT\
    Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
    Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
    Windows 7: C:\Recovery\fef35284-292b-11e7-b378-db513b2868bc\
    Show 37 more directories +
    Windows 7: C:\Windows\Boot\DVD\EFI\
    Windows 7: C:\Windows\Boot\DVD\PCAT\
    Windows 8: C:\Windows\System32\
    Windows 8: C:\Windows\Boot\DVD\EFI\
    Windows 8: C:\Windows\Boot\DVD\PCAT\
    Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
    Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\Boot\DVD\EFI\
    Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\Boot\DVD\PCAT\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\MiniTool Partition Wizard 11\PETools\x86\boot\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\MiniTool Partition Wizard 11\pxeBoot\
    Windows 10: C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\Sources\SafeOS\
    Windows 10: C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\boot\
    Windows 10: C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\Sources\Boot\DVD\EFI\
    Windows 10: C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\Sources\Boot\DVD\PCAT\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Lazesoft Recover My Password\PETools\x86\boot\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\AOMEI Backupper\msbios\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\AOMEI Backupper\msefi64\boot\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\AOMEI Backupper\msefi64\microsoft\boot\
    Windows 10: C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\Sources\SafeOS\
    Windows 10: C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\boot\
    Windows 10: C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\Sources\Boot\DVD\EFI\
    Windows 10: C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\Sources\Boot\DVD\PCAT\
    Windows 10: C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\boot\
    Windows 10: C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\boot\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Lazesoft Recovery Suite\PETools\x86\boot\
    Windows 10: C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\Sources\SafeOS\
    Windows 10: C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\boot\
    Windows 10: C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\Sources\Boot\DVD\EFI\
    Windows 10: C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\Sources\Boot\DVD\PCAT\
    Windows 10: C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\boot\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\WinSxS\amd64_microsoft-windows-b..environment-dvd-efi_31bf3856ad364e35_10.0.16299.1004_none_dcbc785ab63542a0\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\WinSxS\amd64_microsoft-windows-b..nvironment-dvd-pcat_31bf3856ad364e35_10.0.16299.1004_none_a18cb2686230cf5e\
    Windows 10: C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\Sources\SafeOS\
    Windows 10: C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\boot\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\Boot\DVD\EFI\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\Boot\DVD\PCAT\
  4. 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 boot.sdi 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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CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying boot.sdi to your appropriate Windows system directory. MiniTool typically does not release MiniTool Partition Wizard Free Edition SDI 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 boot.sdi and all other SDI files for MiniTool Partition Wizard Free Edition. An incorrectly installed SDI file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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