WhyCrashed

volsnap.sys

Microsoft — Volume shadow copy driver

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What to do

Shadow copies (restore points, backups). Crashes usually involve backup software or failing disks.

  1. Update or remove third-party backup software.
  2. Run: chkdsk C: /f and check drive health.

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