Download and Repair Tap0901.sys Issues

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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TAP-Windows Virtual Network Driver (NDIS 6.0) files, such as tap0901.sys, are considered a type of Win64 EXE (Driver) file. They are associated with the SYS file extension, developed by Steganos Software for TAP-Windows Virtual Network Driver (NDIS 6.0).

tap0901.sys was first developed on 11/16/2018 for the Windows 10 Operating System in Hotspot Shield Elite 7.15.1. The most recent version [file version 9.24.2 9/24] was introduced on 09/17/2018 for Steganos Online Shield VPN 2.0.4.

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, SYS file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of tap0901.sys.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: tap0901.sys
File Extension: SYS file extension
Description: TAP-Windows Virtual Network Driver (NDIS 6.0)
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: The OpenVPN Project
Software Program: TAP-Windows Virtual Network Driver (NDIS 6.0)
Legal Copyright: OpenVPN Technologies, Inc.
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: Private build
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x9310
Code Size: 23040


What are tap0901.sys Error Messages?


tap0901.sys Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) Errors

There are a number of reasons why you could be encountering issues with tap0901.sys. Most of the issues concerning sys files involve Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors. These types of tap0901.sys errors can be cause by hardware problems, outdated firmware, corrupt drivers, or other software-related (eg. Steganos Online Shield VPN update) issues. Some of these errors include:

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: tap0901.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] (tap0901.sys).

<strong>STOP 0x0000000A: IRQL NOT LESS EQUAL (tap0901.sys)</strong><br /><strong>STOP 0x0000001E: KMODE EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED (tap0901.sys)</strong><br /><strong>STOP 0x0000007E: SYSTEM THREAD EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED (tap0901.sys)</strong><br /><strong>STOP 0×0000007A: KERNEL DATA INPAGE (tap0901.sys)</strong><br /><strong>STOP 0x00000050: PAGE FAULT IN A NONPAGED AREA (tap0901.sys)</strong><br /><strong>STOP 0x0000003B: SYSTEM SERVICE EXCEPTION (tap0901.sys)</strong>

It's Critical to Resolve Blue Screen of Death Errors

In the majority of cases, you will encounter tap0901.sys BSOD errors after you've installed new hardware, software (Steganos Online Shield VPN), or performed a failed Windows Update. In other cases, software corruption caused by a malware infection can lead to tap0901.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 tap0901.sys Blue Screen of Death error after recent changes.



How to Fix tap0901.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 tap0901.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):

  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 tap0901.sys error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Steganos Online Shield VPN (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Steganos Online Shield VPN software.

You can uninstall Steganos Online Shield VPN 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 Steganos Online Shield VPN 2.0.4 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Steganos Online Shield VPN software.

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

Steganos Online Shield VPN 2.0.4

Steganos Software

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 tap0901.sys 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 tap0901.sys 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 tap0901.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 tap0901.sys file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free tap0901.sys files for every applicable version of Steganos Online Shield VPN. 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 tap0901.sys Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Steganos Online Shield VPN folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steganos Online Shield\openvpn\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steganos Online Shield\openvpn\7\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steganos Online Shield\openvpn64\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\oemvista.inf_amd64_6d4bec28a2ef0cdf\
    Show 21 more directories +
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steganos Online Shield\openvpn64\7\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steganos Online Shield\openvpn64\xp\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Steganos Online Shield\openvpn\xp\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Jailbreak VPN\Free VPN\driver\win64\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Jailbreak VPN\Free VPN\driver\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Jailbreak VPN\Free VPN\driver\win32\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\TAP-Windows\driver\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\oemvista.inf_amd64_a572b7f20c402d28\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\TAP-Windows\driver\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\oemvista.inf_amd64_a572b7f20c402d28\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\TAP-Windows\driver\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\oemvista.inf_amd64_a572b7f20c402d28\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\TAP-Windows\driver\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\oemvista.inf_amd64_a572b7f20c402d28\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\TAP-Windows\driver\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\oemvista.inf_amd64_a572b7f20c402d28\
  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 tap0901.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.



Download tap0901.sys Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying tap0901.sys to your appropriate Windows system directory. Steganos Software typically does not release Steganos Online Shield VPN 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 tap0901.sys and all other SYS files for Steganos Online Shield VPN. 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


Files Related to tap0901.sys


SYS Files Related to tap0901.sys

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
tap0901.sys TAP-Windows Virtual Network Driver (NDIS 6.0) TAP-Windows Virtual Network Driver (NDIS 6.0) (9.24.2 9/24) 25600 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.UI.Xaml....
tap0901.sys TAP-Windows Virtual Network Driver (NDIS 6.0) TAP-Windows Virtual Network Driver (NDIS 6.0) (9.24.2 9/24) 39920 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.UI.Xaml....
tap0901.sys TAP-Windows Virtual Network Driver TAP-Windows Virtual Network Driver (9.9.2 9/9) 35288 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.UI.Xaml....
tap0901.sys TAP-Windows Virtual Network Driver (NDIS 6.0) TAP-Windows Virtual Network Driver (NDIS 6.0) (9.24.2 9/24) 30720 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.UI.Xaml....
tap0901.sys TAP-Windows Virtual Network Driver TAP-Windows Virtual Network Driver (9.9.2 9/9) 40664 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.UI.Xaml....

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File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
setupact.log Log Steganos Online Shield VPN 2.0.4 391889 C:\Windows\Logs\DPX\
SA.DAT Game Data Steganos Online Shield VPN 2.0.4 6 C:\WINDOWS\Tasks\
WmiApRpl.h C/C++/Objective-C Header Steganos Online Shield VPN 2.0.4 3444 C:\Windows\System32\wbem\Performance\
api-ms-win-core-sysinf... ApiSet Stub DLL Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12) 12136 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...
diagwrn.xml Extensible Markup Language Steganos Online Shield VPN 2.0.4 46588 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\


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