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Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing hdwwiz.cpl files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent hdwwiz.cpl file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

hdwwiz.cpl file Add Hardware Control Panel Applet. The file was developed by for use with software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of hdwwiz.cpl related errors on your device. You can also download hdwwiz.cpl file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP

User popularity

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download hdwwiz.cpl

4.1 List of hdwwiz.cpl file versions

File info

General information
Filename	hdwwiz.cpl
File extension	CPL
Description	Add Hardware Control Panel Applet

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Dynamic link library
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common hdwwiz.cpl file related problems

There are various types of errors related to hdwwiz.cpl file. hdwwiz.cpl file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to hdwwiz.cpl file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

hdwwiz.cpl is corrupted
hdwwiz.cpl cannot be located
Runtime Error - hdwwiz.cpl
hdwwiz.cpl file error
hdwwiz.cpl file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register hdwwiz.cpl file:
hdwwiz.cpl file could not be loaded
hdwwiz.cpl file doesn't exist

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Application could not be started because hdwwiz.cpl file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to hdwwiz.cpl can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing hdwwiz.cpl file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

How to fix hdwwiz.cpl errors in just few steps?

Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!

hdwwiz.cpl file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with hdwwiz.cpl file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to hdwwiz.cpl file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "Windows Update" in the search field
Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of hdwwiz.cpl or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to hdwwiz.cpl file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the hdwwiz.cpl file with properly working version. To use the tool:

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "cmd" in the search field
Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the hdwwiz.cpl file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "System Restore" in the search field
Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the hdwwiz.cpl file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace hdwwiz.cpl file

The last solution is to manually download and replace hdwwiz.cpl file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded hdwwiz.cpl file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of hdwwiz.cpl file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your hdwwiz.cpl file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename hdwwiz.cpl

System Windows 10

File size 373760 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	05837a5524ae35158bd510896d33a1a3
	SHA1	f8a60c476094fb4b77b548474db85fa345230d05
	SHA256	6685e4c284d001409704c2d17f499dede55e60577aa80001b5363d45d7b33089
	CRC32	2dba21d9
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename hdwwiz.cpl

System Windows 8.1

File size 232448 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	5451a719f938169e36c8abe30fd0e369
	SHA1	3eab995ef4d95f5e6cf076434cb5c0fdab578566
	SHA256	caf2e06f201b1e4bf1be14658f2c528940e964e49f09038953d21b0db3ecf3fe
	CRC32	9afdbe54
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename hdwwiz.cpl

System Windows 8

File size 232960 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	d83aab8855e173265485e90eee606849
	SHA1	f3605226c22aab3e91604379f3cf9d5aee6c5137
	SHA256	c986b1b15731c903d4fa5a2bbfb1a68dc3c3330a756ee2160b1096d2e458cf92
	CRC32	ce5c9ab5
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename hdwwiz.cpl

System Windows 7

File size 241152 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	2c33ec9af74e255acd9c19691c36f522
	SHA1	183339bca347a591f23820b36ae6d7c1b72bb7b4
	SHA256	7aa8c07a40648e70ec7dd09a38c0c26f190335072b4b6b8e1c566048608f2418
	CRC32	c0a97f67
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename hdwwiz.cpl

System Windows 7

File size 234496 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	c8026ce76e291e555a4a1f8b9d056a22
	SHA1	f0367567194ac11e40a0b783eeed7b9076a8268f
	SHA256	8514bc9e48b537f78559ee0b8f506fbcf952a49623965ea46de22f224ee1a8aa
	CRC32	35e4b55f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename hdwwiz.cpl

System Windows Vista

File size 190464 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	26cff76c43191f41b6ae0ca01a47e823
	SHA1	a137b210eb68e77ffb9e703409756e3034735b3c
	SHA256	d0cd20fadd0cba0104b8a2bcbb66720d35cf678aabf01d0055d6e20344dac041
	CRC32	eb1a7968
	Example file location	---

Filename hdwwiz.cpl

System Windows Vista

File size 183296 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	e6aa6695662f37c54747257b79187391
	SHA1	791d3c4adc3c734930067a0e9a16d1d62288a696
	SHA256	83c6a25f6cb20f0a4758d8078f7e4ba236d526a95029308e2f608019a87e75f4
	CRC32	b10d954e
	Example file location	---

Filename hdwwiz.cpl

System Windows XP

File size 155136 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	daf5d86eb3ec52d6f79815f69e237f3d
	SHA1	a878504b683eca151f48f8fa6f3898268db0ea92
	SHA256	6e10ead8430679265358bab9f24816dd3653c7b177250dd5c6e5d4c24956486c
	CRC32	c59703a3
	Example file location	---