How to Download and Fix System.Data.dll?

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing System.Data.dll 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 System.Data.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

System.Data.dll file Dynamic Link Library. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Windows software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of System.Data.dll related errors on your device. You can also download System.Data.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista 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

User popularity

Fix System.Data.dll errors

1 Information about System.Data.dll file
2 Errors related to System.Data.dll file
3 How to fix System.Data.dll related errors?

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

4 Download System.Data.dll

4.1 List of System.Data.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	System.Data.dll
File extension	DLL
Type	Dynamic Link Library
Description	Dynamic Link Library

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	3390640
Oldest file	2009-04-11
Latest file	2017-03-18

Most common System.Data.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to System.Data.dll file. System.Data.dll 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 System.Data.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

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

System.Data.dll

Application could not be started because System.Data.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to System.Data.dll 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 System.Data.dll 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 System.Data.dll errors in just few steps?

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

System.Data.dll 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 System.Data.dll 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 System.Data.dll 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 System.Data.dll 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 System.Data.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the System.Data.dll 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 System.Data.dll 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 System.Data.dll 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 System.Data.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace System.Data.dll 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 System.Data.dll file.

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\
Windows 7: ---
Windows 7: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your System.Data.dll 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 System.Data.dll

System Windows 10

File size 3390640 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	1857afe96750a486fa826643f20121d9
	SHA1	5db67e1149e6ea7abc79d795a95b9e294841d1d9
	SHA256	5ec9ec216ca51da22c61ec9c9889d002284c9101a36a09e68dc94af37e44a18e
	CRC32	ab5b7a77
	Example file location	C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\

Filename System.Data.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 3203672 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	b17cc17ef982b47941bb75eb3c633eaf
	SHA1	b692702b74748b7d92c2671dca15d44441b24e15
	SHA256	f7b302c29117ae3a9c6977515f1f82da19fe1905f2c9b7086c9b80bc1a86d0e9
	CRC32	3d4e2efe
	Example file location	C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\

Filename System.Data.dll

System Windows 8

File size 3173816 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	abe4f2b914d25047c52f19cb828f5045
	SHA1	a4b700b39c7b5ae6a46ea9d9a2777765fbf55b71
	SHA256	3ad8e0b7cfab446121c5c4ce2a9dbfbebc587d5d9c49b7c6af0ec67282caa05f
	CRC32	7a45e266
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\

Filename System.Data.dll

System Windows 7

File size 2927616 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	35cab7cf3754c41aeb69dce1d5aca5a4
	SHA1	b79cdafc2fe8ceae992d03042578147d0cc7d368
	SHA256	d9bed31c194c54a786a043d65d95093c3dedf675948f4470ced6c3251e7fee70
	CRC32	5600dc8d
	Example file location	---

Filename System.Data.dll

System Windows 7

File size 3095552 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	98d53bb2db8e11762d30c3cf41fa140b
	SHA1	6037e36437e93a77bd7bbbff0ec5f5e26e5a3607
	SHA256	fccb7e7d74ac2e26b18af18c17450517b4f64673bd680361f2ada5b948cd2bd1
	CRC32	46cf88e8
	Example file location	---

Filename System.Data.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 2933760 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	506b6592bf6116521f152dccb39a6143
	SHA1	0f53bcf2481a1757cfab98fb6d90b1383c55c61a
	SHA256	cfccf15571e8b2ab15f77bdc2881a5cbe034e4fdf8af435172adcd20c3e723bd
	CRC32	67a04562
	Example file location	---

Filename System.Data.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 3008512 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	ef14cc38149c25210140a6f4338bec1b
	SHA1	be2e3f68fafefd116c0627bbf27a856b293e7e72
	SHA256	5f3aaa5dde287f478506280230fdbfe8d93a71c3ad77d9785bdf2b9d4d4118e7
	CRC32	99e51888
	Example file location	---