What is NDIS?<\/h2>\n
NDIS, which stands for Network Driver Interface Specification, is a legitimate component of your Windows operating system. It is an application programming interface that is used for network interface cards. In a nutshell, it lets drivers work the way they are supposed to on a network computer and helps the machine on which it is installed communicate with hardware and connected devices.<\/p>\n
What is ndis.sys?<\/h2>\n
Ndis.sys is a Windows system file related to Network Driver Interface Specification. Being essential part of the Windows operating system, ndis.sys is digitally signed by Microsoft and is located in the C:\\Windows\\System32\\drivers<\/em> folder. Ideally, this file should not affect your PC\u2019s performance or cause any issues. In practice, things often go astray, which results in ndis.sys-related nuisances.<\/p>\n To be honest, you shouldn\u2019t. First, it is essential for the normal functioning of your operating system. Second, even if you shut ndis.sys down, it will most likely start again. As such, if this file triggers BSOD errors or high latency, your best bet is, by far, thorough troubleshooting. Which is what you can easily perform if you keep working your way down.<\/p>\n The sad truth is that the exact causes of ndis.sys problems are really hard to trace back. Bad drivers, malicious software, corrupt or missing system files, registry problems are among them, and the list goes on. Therefore, we advise you to try each fix below to make sure no stone is left unturned.<\/p>\n The good news is, the issues in question are actually solvable. In this article, you can find fixes for them when they occur in Windows 10 or 7, since these operating systems are often reported to be particularly affected by those misfortunes. However, if you happen to be experiencing ndis.sys problems in Windows 8 or 8.1 (although such cases are less frequent), feel free to try our solutions \u2013 they are likely to work for you as well.<\/p>\n Now that you are aware of ndis.sys basics, it is time to start our troubleshooting adventure:<\/p>\n This is undoubtedly your first line of action since ndis.sys is closely related to your driver software. Indeed, faulty or antiquated drivers are capable of wreaking havoc upon your system, so you should deal with them straight away.<\/p>\n There are 3 ways to resolve your driver problems. Feel free to choose any of them according to your needs and preferences:<\/p>\n Use a dedicated tool<\/strong><\/p>\n This is the easiest and the safest option on the list. You can use Auslogics Driver Updater<\/a> to update all your drivers in one click and most likely say goodbye to your ndis.sys problem.<\/p>\n Use Device Manager<\/strong><\/p>\n The built-in Device Manager tool can search for the necessary driver software online. Here are the instructions:<\/p>\n Finally, select the option that lets Device Manager search for the driver needed online. Keep in mind that you should repeat the above-mentioned steps for every piece of hardware which driver software you wish to update.<\/p>\n Update your drivers manually<\/strong><\/p>\n That is certainly a do-it-yourself approach. For it to work well, you should know the exact details of the driver your device needs to function properly. Then you should search for the software online. The best option is to start from the official webpage of your device\u2019s manufacturer. Please remember that you should be very careful since installing something inappropriate may cause your system to go haywire.<\/p>\n Unfortunately, there are a lot of malicious entities that often succeed in masquerading as ndis.sys, so there is actually a high chance of your dealing with a malware-infected computer. With that in mind, you\u2019d better perform a full system scan without further delay. For that purpose, you are free to use your main antivirus \u2013 if it is reputable and reliable enough to be entrusted with your PC\u2019s safety.<\/p>\n That said, Windows Defender is still a pretty helpful solution when it comes to purging a computer of nefarious items. Here is how you can use it to your advantage:<\/p>\n On Windows 7<\/strong><\/p>\n On Windows 10<\/strong><\/p>\n Note that if a particularly nasty piece of malware has found its way to your precious computer, good old Windows Defender might not be enough to save the day. As such, your machine may need some extra help to escape the malware trap. To rescue your computer, you can recruit Auslogics Anti-Malware<\/a> to perform a real anti-malware crusade: this tool will find and remove even those threats other antivirus products may fail to detect.<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n Did the installation of a new antivirus product happen to precede your ndis.sys misfortune? If so, the tool in question might be the culprit. You should disable it temporarily to check if it is truly to blame for your ndis.sys malfunction. If it indeed triggers the ndis.sys blue screen on Windows or ndis.sys latency, it goes without saying that you should stop using that software immediately and contact its manufacturer. You may even end up switching to another antivirus solution.<\/p>\n If your operating system is out of date, the ndis.sys blue screen and ndis.sys latency are among the scenarios that may evolve on your computer. Since they are both are an undesirable outcome, we recommend updating your system, using the instructions below:<\/p>\n To update Windows 10, do the following:<\/strong><\/p>\n And here is how you can update Windows 7:<\/strong><\/p>\n Download and install the suggested updates and see if this manoeuvre has resolved your issue.<\/p>\n If your ndis.sys problems persist, some of your critical system files might have gone corrupt or missing. To get them up and running again, you should use the System File Checker tool, which comes as part of your OS:<\/p>\n You should wait patiently until the scan is complete \u2013 do not abort the process. Finally, exit your elevated Command Prompt and restart your computer. Your Windows will replace all your problematic system files at startup.<\/p>\n Corrupt hard drives are a common cause of ndis.sys issues, so it is time to check your disk. To do that, follow these guidelines:<\/p>\n Wait for the scan to finish. Then exit Command Prompt and restart your PC. Hopefully, this solution has fixed your problem.<\/p>\n The Deployment Image Servicing and Management tool comes in very handy when you need to troubleshoot BSODs and latency problems. To run it, do the following:<\/p>\n Restart your PC when the process is complete. Has your issue been resolved? Well, if there is no luck so far, do not let negative thoughts take over. Just proceed to the following fix \u2013 it is reported to work wonders.<\/p>\n If all the solutions above have failed to help you, your issues might stem from corrupt or damaged system registry. We advise against editing it manually since even a tiny mistake in the process can literally destroy your Windows. That is why the safest option is to employ a special tool to do the job for you. For instance, Auslogics Registry Cleaner<\/a> will work on your registry with surgical precision so that you can get it patched and fixed with no risks involved. By the way, this tool is 100 % free.<\/p>\n If there seems to be no silver lining in your cloud case, the nuclear option is to resort to time travel. In fact, System Restore, which is supposed to help you in your situation, is a great feature \u2013 it will take your system back to a point time when your ndis.sys issue was not here and even leave your personal files unaffected. However, for it to work, there should be existent system restore points on your computer. Fortunately, your system often creates them automatically when something important is about to occur on your PC, so chances are this method will prove a way out for you.<\/p>\n Here is how you can perform a system restore:<\/p>\n On Windows 7<\/strong><\/p>\n On Windows 10<\/strong><\/p>\n We hope you have successfully fixed your ndis.sys problem.<\/p>\n If you were unfortunate enough to lose some of your personal documents thanks to your ndis.sys problem, there is no need to worry: you can easily restore them with Auslogics File Recovery<\/a>.<\/p>\n Should you have any questions or comments regarding the issues described in this article, you are welcome to state them below.<\/p>\n Encountering ndis.sys-related problems like Blue Screen of Death and high latency on your Windows PC? Don’t worry, this article provides effective solutions to fix these issues and restore your system’s performance.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":13171,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[815,881],"tags":[71,23,25,1105],"class_list":["post-4451","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-maintenance","category-windows-update-errors","tag-bsod","tag-pc-diagnostics","tag-windows-7","tag-windows-defender"],"yoast_head":"\nCan I disable ndis.sys?<\/h2>\n
Why do ndis.sys issues appear?<\/h2>\n
How can I fix ndis.sys Blue Screen Error and ndis.sys latency on Windows?<\/h2>\n
Update your drivers<\/h3>\n
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Windows logo + X<\/code> shortcut on your keyboard to open the quick access menu.<\/li>\nScan your PC for malware<\/h3>\n
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Windows logo and S<\/code> keys and press them simultaneously. This will invoke Search<\/em>.<\/li>\nDefender<\/code>.<\/li>\n\n
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Update your OS<\/h3>\n
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Windows 10\/11 (8, 7, Vista, XP)<\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n Run an SFC scan<\/h3>\n
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chkdsk c: \/r<\/code> (if c is the partition where your system is installed) and press the Enter<\/code> key.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\nRun DISM<\/h3>\n
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Enter<\/code> after each):<\/li>\n<\/ol>\nDISM \/online \/Cleanup-Image \/ ScanHealth\r\nDISM \/Online \/Cleanup-Image \/RestoreHealth<\/pre>\n
Fix your registry<\/h3>\n
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