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VolSnap 25 Error: Fix Volume Shadow Service With 3 Methods
This error usually appears only in the Event Log
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Updated onDecember 4, 2023
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Many users noticed the VolSnap 25 error in the Event Log on their PC. This is usually a silent error and it doesn’t interfere with your system in any way.
However, if you don’t resolve it, it can potentially cause issues in the future, so in this guide, we’re going to take a closer look at this error and show you how to fix it properly.
What is a VolSnap 25 error?
How do I fix the Volsnap 25 error?
1. Switch to volume copy and exclude certain drives
You can also exclude certain drives, such as HP Tools or similar, and check if that helps.
2. Place a shadow copy on another disk
3. Adjust the paging size
What does the Volsnap do?
Volsnap 25 error usually just appears in the Event Log, and as such, it won’t cause too many problems. However, if you notice issues with your backup software, be sure to change your backup settings or try our other solutions.
This isn’t the only issue you can encounter and many reportedVolsnap.sys boot errorsand variousVSS errorson their device.
To learn more, we have a great guide explainingwhat is Vssvc.exe, so you shouldn’t miss it.
How did you fix the VolSnap 25 error on your PC? Share your findings with us in the comments section.
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Milan Stanojevic
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Milan has been enthusiastic about technology ever since his childhood days, and this led him to take interest in all PC-related technologies. He’s a PC enthusiast and he spends most of his time learning about computers and technology.
Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s one of the Troubleshooting experts in our worldwide team, specializing in Windows errors & software issues.
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Before joining WindowsReport, he worked as a front-end web developer. Now, he’s specialized in Windows errors & software issues.
