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Error Report: FTK Imager Could Not Start Driver New

The "Could Not Start Driver" error in FTK Imager typically occurs during memory capture

KAPE: While not a bit-for-bit imager, it is superior for rapid logical evidence collection.

To resolve the "Could not start driver" error, follow these troubleshooting steps:

If an older version of the driver is stuck or corrupted, you may need to manually delete it using a command prompt with administrator rights: Open Command Prompt (Admin). Type sc delete cbdisk and press Enter. Type sc delete cbdisk2 and press Enter.

6. Windows Version Too New or Too Old

• FTK Imager 4.x works on Windows 7–11 (but driver issues are common on Windows 11 22H2+)
• Try FTK Imager Portable (if available) – it sometimes uses a different driver mechanism
• Or downgrade to FTK Imager 4.5.0 (reported more stable for driver loading)

1. Download FTK_Imager_Portable.zip from the official Exterro portal.
2. Extract to a folder on your desktop.
3. Run FTK Imager.exe as Administrator.