{"id":158598,"date":"2024-01-04T03:30:35","date_gmt":"2024-01-04T03:30:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/?p=158598"},"modified":"2025-07-25T14:06:21","modified_gmt":"2025-07-25T14:06:21","slug":"fix-volsnap-sys-bsod-error","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/fix-volsnap-sys-bsod-error\/","title":{"rendered":"Methods to Fix Volsnap.sys Blue Screen Error (BSoD) on Windows"},"content":{"rendered":"<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ?><p>The <strong>Volsnap.sys blue screen error<\/strong> occurs on Windows computers when the <strong>VSS<\/strong> or <strong>Volume Shadow Service<\/strong> runs into an error or an issue with the storage drive. The Volsnap.sys is a critical system file associated with VSS.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"469\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Error-Volsnap.jpg\" alt=\"Volsnap.sys failed bsod error\" class=\"wp-image-158600 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Error-Volsnap.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Error-Volsnap-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/Error-Volsnap-150x94.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><p>This BSoD gets randomly generated after a system crash. The BSoD shows &lsquo;<strong>Volsnap.sys failed<\/strong>&rsquo; with a stop code, such as <strong>PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA<\/strong>. In some cases, the Volsnap.sys failed BSoD creates events within the event viewer where users can find more details, such as Volsnap.sys event ID errors, etc.<\/p><p>Let&rsquo;s dig deeper to understand what triggers this annoying blue screen error and how it can be fixed.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-volsnap.sys?\">What is Volsnap.sys?<\/h2><p>As evident from its name, Volsnap stands for Volume Snapshot, a subordinate function of the VSS or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/fix-volume-shadow-copy-not-working\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Volume Shadow Copy Service<\/a>. Volsnap.sys is an important system file that helps the built-in backup and restore feature or third-party data backup tools leverage VSS to create backups.<\/p><p>This file also helps the backup tools access core files, aids in creating disk-to-disk backups, mine data, and facilitates communication between Windows and the related hardware.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"reasons-behind-volsnap.sys-failed-bsod-error\">Reasons Behind Volsnap.sys Failed BSoD Error<\/h2><p>There are various reasons that can cause the Volsnap.sys blue screen error to appear on your system &ndash;<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Junk files<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Problem with the VSS<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corrupt\/broken Volsnap.sys file<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Virus attack<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Faulty RAM modules<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Corrupt system files<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Conflicting device drivers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Issues with the BIOS<\/li>\n<\/ul><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"methods-to-fix-volsnap.sys-blue-screen-error-on-windows-10\/11\">Methods to Fix Volsnap.sys Blue Screen Error on Windows 10\/11<\/h2><p>As the Volsnap.sys BSoD generally occurs right after booting a Windows 10\/11 computer or unexpectedly while creating data backup. It can not only make our data inaccessible but also hinder the task at hand.<\/p><p>If you are facing this scenario, do not worry and use the methods circled out below to fix the issue in no time. Let&rsquo;s discuss them one by one.<\/p><p><strong>Pre activity &ndash;<\/strong><\/p><p>Before jumping on solutions, perform a malware check using a reliable antivirus tool. This will help you eliminate any viruses causing problems with Volsnap.sys.<\/p><p>Once done, boot your Windows 10\/11 PC in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/article\/windows-11-safe-mode.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">safe mode<\/a> and then use the methods below.<\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-1-clean-junk-files\">Method 1: Clean Junk Files<\/h3><p>Cleaning the junk files is the first step in fixing the Volsnap.sys blue screen error. Junk system files, temporary files, etc. accumulate over time. While these look harmless, in some rare cases, they create a conflict with applications, system processes, and even the OS. This can result in problems leading to issues, such as the Volsnap.exe BSoD.<\/p><p>You can avoid unwanted errors like this on your Windows 10\/11 PC by cleaning them regularly. Here&rsquo;s what to do &ndash;<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Press <strong>WINDOWS + Q<\/strong> and type <strong>disk cleanup<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on <strong>Run as administrator<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"778\" height=\"428\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-disk-admin.jpg\" alt=\"launch disk cleanup utility\" class=\"wp-image-158601 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-disk-admin.jpg 778w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-disk-admin-300x165.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-disk-admin-768x422.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-disk-admin-150x83.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 778px) 100vw, 778px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A small dialog box will appear. Select the <strong>drive<\/strong> that you want to clean. Press <strong>OK<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"304\" height=\"164\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-e-ok.jpg\" alt=\"select volume to be cleaned\" class=\"wp-image-158602 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-e-ok.jpg 304w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-e-ok-300x162.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-e-ok-150x81.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 304px) 100vw, 304px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It will show you all the files that you can remove from the selected drive. Select them and click <strong>OK<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It will ask for your confirmation. Press <strong>Delete Files<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"372\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-files-ok-1.jpg\" alt=\"select unnecessary files and delete them to fix the volsnap.sys blue screen error\" class=\"wp-image-158604 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-files-ok-1.jpg 372w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-files-ok-1-248x300.jpg 248w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-files-ok-1-150x181.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 372px) 100vw, 372px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-2-stop-volume-shadow-copy-service\">Method 2: Stop Volume Shadow Copy Service<\/h3><p>Volume Shadow Copy Service, or Volume Snapshot Service, or simply Shadow Copy, is a built-in Windows feature that helps create consistent, uncorrupted, or clean point-in-time copies of data known as &lsquo;shadow copies&rsquo;.<\/p><p>If this service malfunctions, it can cause its subordinate and related functions like the Volsnap.sys to fail. In such a situation, you can stop it to fix the occurrence of BSoD. Here&rsquo;s what to do &ndash;<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Press <strong>WINDOWS + R<\/strong> and type <strong>services.msc<\/strong>. Press <strong>Enter<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scroll down to locate the <strong>Volume Shadow Copy<\/strong> service.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Right-click on it and click on <strong>Properties<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"685\" height=\"389\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-volume-prop.jpg\" alt=\"open volume shadow copy service properties\" class=\"wp-image-158605 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-volume-prop.jpg 685w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-volume-prop-300x170.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-volume-prop-150x85.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 685px) 100vw, 685px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use the pull-down menu against the <strong>Startup type<\/strong> and select <strong>Disabled<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Change the <strong>Service status<\/strong> to <strong>Stop<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Click on <strong>Apply<\/strong> and <strong>OK<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"404\" height=\"465\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-stop-disabled-ok-apply.jpg\" alt=\"disable the vss to fix the volsnap sys bsod error on a windows pc\" class=\"wp-image-158606 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-stop-disabled-ok-apply.jpg 404w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-stop-disabled-ok-apply-261x300.jpg 261w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-stop-disabled-ok-apply-150x173.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 404px) 100vw, 404px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Close everything and <strong>Restart<\/strong> your computer.<\/li>\n<\/ul><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-3-perform-sfc-scan\">Method 3: Perform SFC Scan<\/h3><p>If there are damaged, missing, or corrupt system files, it can make your Windows computer show Volsnap.sys failed blue screen error. To eliminate any chances of system files generating this error screen, you can deploy SFC or System File Checker. This will fix any broken or damaged system files. To run the SFC scan on your PC &ndash;<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>While in Safe mode, launch the <strong>Command prompt<\/strong> as administrator.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Type <strong>SFC\/scannow<\/strong> and press <strong>Enter<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"381\" height=\"104\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-scannow.jpg\" alt=\"run sfc scan to fix broken system files causing bsod\" class=\"wp-image-158607 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-scannow.jpg 381w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-scannow-300x82.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-scannow-150x41.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 381px) 100vw, 381px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Let the scan complete.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Restart<\/strong> your PC once the scan is over.<\/li>\n<\/ul><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-4-run-chkdsk\">Method 4: Run CHKDSK<\/h3><p>A problem with the hard drive might be the root cause behind the Volsnap.sys blue screen error on your screen upon system boot. You can try and eliminate this error by fixing drive errors by using the CHKDSK command. You can also fix drive issues using the Error Checking option via File Explorer. Here are the steps to use CHKDSK &ndash;<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Launch <strong>CMD<\/strong> as administrator.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Type <strong>CHKDSK Y: \/f \/r<\/strong> and press Enter. Replace Y with the letter of your drive.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"424\" height=\"112\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/chkdsk.jpg\" alt=\"use the chkdsk command to fix disk errors\" class=\"wp-image-158608 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/chkdsk.jpg 424w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/chkdsk-300x79.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/chkdsk-150x40.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 424px) 100vw, 424px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Let the process finish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once the process is finished, close everything and restart the computer.<\/li>\n<\/ul><p><strong>Note<\/strong> &ndash; <em>You can also refer to this guide to <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/fix-hard-drive-with-chkdsk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>fix Hard Drives using CHKDSK<\/em><\/a><em>.<\/em><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-method-5-run-memory-diagnostics\">Method 5: Run Memory Diagnostics<\/h3><p>Faulty, improperly seated, or malfunctioning RAM modules can cause your computer to display the Volsnap.sys BSoD error upon startup. You can fix this issue by diagnosing the memory modules using a built-in memory diagnostic utility. Here are the steps for doing this &ndash;<\/p><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Press <strong>WINDOWS + R<\/strong> and type <strong>mdsched<\/strong>. Press <strong>Enter<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"396\" height=\"203\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-command.jpg\" alt=\"open memory diagnostics\" class=\"wp-image-158609 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-command.jpg 396w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-command-300x154.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-command-150x77.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 396px) 100vw, 396px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click on the <strong>Restart now<\/strong> option.<\/li>\n<\/ul><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"410\" height=\"322\" src=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-restart.jpg\" alt=\"run memory diagnostics to fix errors causing the volsnap.sys blue screen error\" class=\"wp-image-158610 apply-gradient-on-post-images\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-restart.jpg 410w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-restart-300x236.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/mark-restart-150x118.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 410px) 100vw, 410px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wait for the checking process to end.<\/li>\n<\/ul><p>Once the memory diagnostics is complete, close everything and restart your computer. The Volsnap.exe should be fixed after this.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"recover-data-from-an-unbootable-computer\">Recover Data from an Unbootable Computer<\/h2><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Recover Data from an Unbootable System or Crashed OS with Stellar Data Recovery\" width=\"750\" height=\"422\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LdA6wAL7qhg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure><p>Even after employing the above methods, if you encounter a Volsnap.sys blue screen error unexpectedly crashing your computer, it could be a severe issue. In such a scenario, you can perform a clean installation of Windows on your PC.<\/p><p>However, before doing that, you will need to recover important files and data from an unbootable computer. For this, you can take the help of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/windows-data-recovery-professional.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">professional data recovery software<\/a> like <strong>Stellar Data Recovery Professional<\/strong>. This software allows you to create a bootable media drive for recovering files from a crashed and unbootable system.<\/p><p>Once you have recovered all your data and files safely, you can perform a clean installation of <a href=\"https:\/\/answers.microsoft.com\/en-us\/insider\/forum\/all\/how-to-perform-a-clean-install-or-reinstall-of\/aef0ae63-2117-41ee-a8ea-4a3181625b08\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Windows 10<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/windowsinsider\/cleaninstall\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Windows 11<\/a>.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"put-an-end-to-all-your-woes\">Put an End to All Your Woes<\/h2><p>We understand how irksome blue screen errors can be. They stall the work while making our precious data inaccessible. The Volsnap.exe failed BSoD error is a blue screen error that unexpectedly crashes the computer. However, using the abovementioned methods, you can easily resolve this error and get your PC back on track.<\/p><p>Which method worked for you? Let us know in the comments.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Volsnap.sys blue screen error occurs on Windows computers when the VSS&hellip; <a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stellarinfo.com\/blog\/fix-volsnap-sys-bsod-error\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Methods to Fix Volsnap.sys Blue Screen Error (BSoD) on Windows<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":83,"featured_media":158611,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[5960],"tags":[1711,922],"class_list":["post-158598","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blue-screen-of-death","tag-bsod-error","tag-windows-data-recovery","entry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v26.9 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>[FIXED] \u2013 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