nvmetool.exe - Analyze and How to Fix Errors

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Architecture:	64-bit (x64)	Compatible with only 64-bit Windows
Creation date	24.12.2024 10:00:31
Antivirus scan	✅ Clean	No viruses detected.
Digital signature	✅ Have signed	File have signature, it is original file.
Hash Integrity	✅ MD5: Verified	File Hash protection is missing.
File size	191.1 kb.	195688 bytes.

Hashes:

MD5: 21a27c62b4a7a71a2f6cadb17d12f5e6 ✅
SHA-1: a65ddd45c27f64ad074991552a118518256a5c89
SHA-256: b2409deac9884a35cfef3a20430f53f83fa3c57be273543b9d49ce025e646018
SHA-512: d5d2f9cf60fd2ef7c49da40764dae2102f12fa5a9204bd8265accb1b2b254e99cb7858ecfaa37fcfc16c99545d269b27a229f5b27e307aecb084bddebd306ab8

Digital file signature nvmetool.exe ✅

✅ This file is compatible with 64-bit Windows and ❌ will not work on a 32-bit operating system.

nvmetool.exe Information and Troubleshooting Guide

nvmetool.exe is a command-line utility used to manage, configure, and monitor Non-Volatile Memory Express (NVMe) solid-state drives (SSDs). It is typically distributed by hardware manufacturers (such as Intel, Solidigm, Samsung, or Kingston) as part of their storage management software suites to check drive health, update firmware, and optimize performance.

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Standard File Location

The exact path depends on the specific manufacturer software installed on your system. The most common standard locations include:

• Intel / Solidigm Storage Tool: C:\Program Files\Intel\Intel(R) Solidigm Storage Tool\ or C:\Program Files\Solidigm\Solidigm Storage Tool\
• Kingston SSD Manager: C:\Program Files (x86)\Kingston\SSD Manager\
• Custom OEM Deployments: C:\Windows\System32\ (If integrated directly into the system's driver package by the manufacturer)

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How to Fix nvmetool.exe Errors Without Downloading Anything

If you are experiencing crashes, missing file errors, or high CPU usage related to nvmetool.exe, you can resolve the issue using built-in Windows utilities.

1. Repair System Files via SFC and DISM

If the file is corrupted or missing from a Windows driver package, deployment images can repair it.

1. Right-click the Start button and select Terminal (Admin) or Command Prompt (Admin).
2. Type DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth and press Enter. Wait for it to complete.
3. Type sfc /scannow and press Enter. This scans and replaces corrupted system files.

2. Re-register or Reset the Associated Management Application

If the error occurs because the software configuration is broken, reset the application through Windows settings.

1. Open Windows Settings (Press Win + I).
2. Go to Apps > Installed apps.
3. Search for your SSD management tool (e.g., Solidigm Storage Tool, Kingston SSD Manager).
4. Click the three dots next to it, select Advanced options, and click Repair (or Reset if repair is unavailable).

3. End the Process and Disable It from Startup

If the tool is causing performance issues or constant error pop-ups, you can stop it from running automatically.

1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
2. Locate nvmetool.exe or its parent app under the Processes tab, right-click it, and choose End task.
3. Switch to the Startup apps tab (icon looks like a speedometer or a puzzle piece on the left menu).
4. Find the SSD management software, right-click it, and select Disable.

4. Use Windows Device Manager to Roll Back or Update Drivers

If a recent driver update caused nvmetool.exe to malfunction, reverting the storage controller driver can fix it.

1. Right-click the Start button and select Device Manager.
2. Expand the Storage controllers section.
3. Right-click your NVMe controller (e.g., Standard NVM Express Controller) and select Properties.
4. Go to the Driver tab and click Roll Back Driver if available. If not, click Update driver and choose Search automatically for drivers to let Windows find a stable local alternative.

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Connected files:
KERNEL32.dll
├── ADVAPI32.dll
└── WS2 32.dll

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