How to Download and Fix VmnetAdapter.sys BSOD Errors

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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The development of VMware virtual network adapter driver (64-bit) by VMware prompted the latest creation of vmnetAdapter.sys. It is also known as a VMware virtual network adapter driver (64-bit) file (file extension SYS), which is classified as a type of Win64 EXE (Driver) file.

vmnetAdapter.sys was first released in the Windows 10 Operating System on 04/04/2017 with VMware Workstation 12.5.5. The newest file release date for VMWare Workstation Player 15.5.1 was 09/19/2019 [version 14.0.0.3].

In this article, you will find detailed vmnetAdapter.sys information, a SYS file troubleshooting guide, and a list of versions that are available for free download.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: vmnetAdapter.sys
File Extension: SYS file extension
Description: VMware virtual network adapter driver (64-bit)
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: VMware, Inc.
Software Program: VMware virtual network adapter driver (64-bit)
Legal Copyright: Copyright © 1998-2019 VMware, Inc.
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x8000
Code Size: 13824


What are vmnetAdapter.sys Error Messages?


vmnetAdapter.sys Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) Errors

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 These types of vmnetAdapter.sys errors can be cause by hardware problems, outdated firmware, corrupt drivers, or other software-related (eg.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

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

It's Critical to Resolve Blue Screen of Death Errors

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



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

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

You can uninstall VMWare Workstation Player 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 VMWare Workstation Player 15.5.1 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall VMWare Workstation Player software.

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

VMWare Workstation Player 15.5.1

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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 vmnetAdapter.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 vmnetAdapter.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 vmnetAdapter.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 vmnetAdapter.sys file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free vmnetAdapter.sys files for every applicable version of VMWare Workstation Player. 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 vmnetAdapter.sys Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate VMWare Workstation Player folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\VMware\VMware Workstation\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\netadapter.inf_amd64_63e7a67fd90cf8b3\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\VMware\VMware Player\
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    Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\netadapter.inf_amd64_662b0e7e568bc5c6\
  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 vmnetAdapter.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 vmnetAdapter.sys Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying vmnetAdapter.sys to your appropriate Windows system directory. VMware typically does not release VMWare Workstation Player 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 vmnetAdapter.sys and all other SYS files for VMWare Workstation Player. 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


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SYS Files Related to vmnetAdapter.sys

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
vmusb.sys VMware USB driver VMware USB driver (4.3.1.2 build-13846897) 69440 C:\Windows\inf\
vmnetAdapter.sys VMware virtual network adapter driver (64-bit) VMware virtual network adapter driver (64-bit) (14.0.0.3 build-14362223) 45880 C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\...
vmnetBridge.sys VMware bridge driver (64-bit) VMware bridge driver (64-bit) (14.0.0.3 build-14362223) 66368 C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\...
vsock.sys VMware vSockets Service VMware vSockets Service (9.8.16.0 build-14168184) 103224 C:\Windows\inf\
vmnet.sys VMware virtual network driver (64-bit) VMware virtual network driver (64-bit) (14.0.0.3 build-14362223) 45880 C:\Windows\inf\

Other Files Related to vmnetAdapter.sys

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
CBS.log Log VMware Workstation 12.5.5 1074644 C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\
setupact.log Log VMWare Workstation Player 15.5.1 62521 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
ndiscap.PNF Precompiled INF VMware Workstation 12.5.5 5868 C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\...
netnb.PNF Precompiled INF VMware Workstation 12.5.5 5308 C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\...
WmiApRpl.h C/C++/Objective-C Header VMware Workstation 12.5.5 3444 C:\Windows\System32\wbem\Performance\


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