Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
ð Struggling with the âFailed to lock the main memory fileâ error in VMware Workstation? This video will guide you step-by-step to fix, repair, and solve this error, as well as:
âAn error occurred while restoring the virtual machine state from fileâ
âAn error caused the resume operation to fail.â
This tutorial works on all VMware Workstation versions (17, 16, 15, 14, 12, Pro, Player, Horizon, ESXi, vCenter, vSphere) and is compatible with all Windows versions (11, 10, 8, 7) on laptops, PCs, and desktops from Dell, HP, Lenovo, ASUS, Acer, MSI, Razer, Toshiba, Samsung, Huawei, and Microsoft Surface.
ð¡ The related problem:
"Failed to lock the main memory file 'C,D,E,F:\your virtual machineâs folder name -e9dc785b.vmem'."
"An error occurred while restoring the virtual machine state from file 'C,D,E,F:\your virtual machineâs folder name-e9dc785b.vmss'."
"An error caused the resume operation to fail. Preserve the suspended state and correct the error, or discard the suspended state."
Why This Happens & How to Fix It:
These VMware errors usually occur when a .lck lock file blocks the virtual machine from starting or when .vmem / .vmss files are corrupted. Other causes include leftover snapshots or replication conflicts from tools like Veeam.
Youâll learn how to:
Delete or rename .lck files safely
Repair corrupted memory files (.vmem, .vmss)
Fix snapshot issues causing âresume operation failedâ
Restart your VM without losing data
ð» VMware Versions Covered:
VMware Workstation 17, 16, 15, 14, 12 | VMware Player | VMware Horizon Client | VMware vCenter Server | VMware ESXi | vSphere Client (6.0+)
â± Timestamps / Chapters
0:00 â Intro
0:10 - How to Fix "Failed to lock the main memory file" Error in VMware Station
1:40 - More Suggested Videos
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ð Struggling with the âFailed to lock the main memory fileâ error in VMware Workstation? This video will guide you step-by-step to fix, repair, and solve this error, as well as:
âAn error occurred while restoring the virtual machine state from fileâ
âAn error caused the resume operation to fail.â
This tutorial works on all VMware Workstation versions (17, 16, 15, 14, 12, Pro, Player, Horizon, ESXi, vCenter, vSphere) and is compatible with all Windows versions (11, 10, 8, 7) on laptops, PCs, and desktops from Dell, HP, Lenovo, ASUS, Acer, MSI, Razer, Toshiba, Samsung, Huawei, and Microsoft Surface.
ð¡ The related problem:
"Failed to lock the main memory file 'C,D,E,F:\your virtual machineâs folder name -e9dc785b.vmem'."
"An error occurred while restoring the virtual machine state from file 'C,D,E,F:\your virtual machineâs folder name-e9dc785b.vmss'."
"An error caused the resume operation to fail. Preserve the suspended state and correct the error, or discard the suspended state."
Why This Happens & How to Fix It:
These VMware errors usually occur when a .lck lock file blocks the virtual machine from starting or when .vmem / .vmss files are corrupted. Other causes include leftover snapshots or replication conflicts from tools like Veeam.
Youâll learn how to:
Delete or rename .lck files safely
Repair corrupted memory files (.vmem, .vmss)
Fix snapshot issues causing âresume operation failedâ
Restart your VM without losing data
ð» VMware Versions Covered:
VMware Workstation 17, 16, 15, 14, 12 | VMware Player | VMware Horizon Client | VMware vCenter Server | VMware ESXi | vSphere Client (6.0+)
â± Timestamps / Chapters
0:00 â Intro
0:10 - How to Fix "Failed to lock the main memory file" Error in VMware Station
1:40 - More Suggested Videos
ðº More Related Videos
â¶ïž Windows 11 Tutorials: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFStktVg2e4lzGCbhRYBPhCB8vFncdToj
â¶ïž Windows 10 Tutorials: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFStktVg2e4leA44bjCdxOg4u4sGB1ZGQ
â¶ïž FRP Bypass & Android Tips: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFStktVg2e4l01Lfzp21cN2nsbEPQbgxx
â¶ïž Android Tips & Tricks: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLFStktVg2e4k1nDcW-QlR40wM8iJB0OFi
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Drop your question in the comments below or reach out via social media. Iâll try to respond as soon as possible âïž.
ð¢ Disclaimer
This video is for educational purposes only. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 allows for âfair useâ for teaching, comment, research, and more.
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#VMwareWorkstation #FixVMwareError #Windows11 #VictorExplains
