The “E_INVALIDARG (0x80070057)” error in VirtualBox happens when Windows can’t access the storage drive (HDD or SSD). Let’s look into various solutions for the issue in this article. Bobcares, as a part of our Virtualizor Support offers solutions to every query that comes our way.
Overview
“E_INVALIDARG (0x80070057)” error in VirtualBox: All About
VirtualBox faces the “E_INVALIDARG (0x80070057)” problem when Windows is unable to access the storage device (SSD or HDD) or when the disk is not large enough. The following are typical reasons and fixes for this error.
Causes & Fixes
1. Insufficient Disk Space: VirtualBox needs enough free space on the host drive in order to create or import virtual machines. If there isn’t enough space, we’ll see this error.
Solution: Free up space on the drive by deleting unnecessary files or programs. We can use the built-in Disk Cleanup tool in Windows to remove temporary files. Also, consider uninstalling programs we no longer use.
2. Incorrect File System: If the drive uses the FAT32 file system, it won’t support files larger than 4GB. Large VM files can trigger this error.
Solution: Convert the file system from FAT32 to NTFS, which supports larger files. Use the Disk Management tool in Windows for conversion, but back up the data first.
3. Corrupted Partitions or Drive: Corrupted partitions or bad sectors on the drive can cause this error.
Solution: Use Windows’ chkdsk utility to scan and repair drive errors. Open Command Prompt, type chkdsk /f, and press Enter. Consider replacing the drive if it’s severely damaged.
4. Compatibility Issues: Conflicts with virtualization software like Hyper-V can cause this error.
Solution: Disable Hyper-V by running bcdedit /set hypervisorlaunchtype off in an elevated Command Prompt. Restart the computer for the changes to take effect.
5. Malware or Virus: Malware can interfere with system files, causing this error.
Solution: Use an up-to-date antivirus program to scan and remove malware. Run a full system scan and follow instructions to remove threats.
6. Extract and Import OVA Files Manually: Importing OVA files directly can trigger the error.
Solution: Extract the OVA file using WinZip or WinRAR. Import the extracted OVF file using File > Import Appliance in VirtualBox.
7. Reinstall VirtualBox: Corrupted VirtualBox installation files can cause this error.
Solution: Uninstall VirtualBox completely, then download and install the latest version from the official website.
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Conclusion
The article explains about various fixes for the issue. We should be able to fix the “E_INVALIDARG (0x80070057)” problem in VirtualBox by following these steps from our Support Team.
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