Fix catsrv.dll Errors

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

catsrv.dll file COM+ Configuration Catalog Server. 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 catsrv.dll related errors on your device. You can also download catsrv.dll 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 catsrv.dll

4.1 List of catsrv.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	catsrv.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	COM+ Configuration Catalog Server

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 catsrv.dll file related problems

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

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

catsrv.dll

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

Problems related to catsrv.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 catsrv.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 catsrv.dll errors in just few steps?

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of catsrv.dll 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 catsrv.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 catsrv.dll

System Windows 10

File size 385536 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	cf82890de2a2413a2ea95674307b6bfd
	SHA1	cc8e8fedbc772fbe43e269f5103a1c2cdef4d2ba
	SHA256	3c7d25f048c4c92f7fa442a970767107b14e50a7b4674a13727e915b0b30bb68
	CRC32	5c5ab5ad
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename catsrv.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 401408 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	71c516caa6158aff85957adf8c6262e0
	SHA1	8af477e86f84293f060938b351f329f92a3b2c35
	SHA256	c6c37aeb9e17b4b590d8811372dd86b9ea466cfe3b1d4378941728fa7e1b9b9b
	CRC32	5854ae0d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename catsrv.dll

System Windows 8

File size 356864 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	b509d980567ac02b828a4ecc9944b558
	SHA1	c567ea6d45886ed5a1fff95cb5e5d284c62e75b0
	SHA256	d30a4750dd10f77bc5d54b355b4e8f6e307c00b37fd5a841fc5070d0cf62edfd
	CRC32	2d679361
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename catsrv.dll

System Windows 7

File size 472576 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	4b841b69869fa1075479cf3d9a22b19b
	SHA1	dcf71a6eaf2a99d314a761816fe78d01ebd323c2
	SHA256	0cae7178d1e44abeba812cd4046bc2255af7d75c2927c1affe7b1f541b2942c5
	CRC32	a86c9caa
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename catsrv.dll

System Windows 7

File size 449024 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	60ce0e9d30244c2a9d430fd02f6c22df
	SHA1	3503d231aea6f917ef754a9b0cf0c69bcfa65506
	SHA256	9a350cdc88f345137513c9fb36999a244dc62d2fb669857f5a6e51a4f913c7c2
	CRC32	0759a78e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename catsrv.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 451072 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	169f4763d943fb712948292066318635
	SHA1	4047df1b81ae6055f19f8854ffd4fadbd03471a0
	SHA256	3731d619784ee366fee267642001c2710d33b3a1d848ae6464bfcb0ac6376a53
	CRC32	febd5036
	Example file location	---

Filename catsrv.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 477184 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	9f1d9bd48314acc8dd6ef1911818fcbf
	SHA1	d8939dafe65f85a7110db9c77244d46bbcbee709
	SHA256	33f7dede1c179f96db6801917eb2cec0eb332655de4e4b61d5cdaa65f4b0809c
	CRC32	798e0c0b
	Example file location	---

Filename catsrv.dll

System Windows XP

File size 226304 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	28cdb50d882d3bad993d25be596307ea
	SHA1	512fb2e3c685136df147e8896f02319c79683db1
	SHA256	77d1b073c72b1a8bf3c22dfefef0576e9a24b4372724d0ac2368613383e7ca74
	CRC32	91939903
	Example file location	---