dinput8.dll - Repair Issues and Download

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing dinput8.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 dinput8.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

dinput8.dll file Microsoft DirectInput. 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 dinput8.dll related errors on your device. You can also download dinput8.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 dinput8.dll

4.1 List of dinput8.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	dinput8.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Microsoft DirectInput

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 dinput8.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to dinput8.dll file. dinput8.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 dinput8.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

dinput8.dll is corrupted
dinput8.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - dinput8.dll
dinput8.dll file error
dinput8.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register dinput8.dll file:
dinput8.dll file could not be loaded
dinput8.dll file doesn't exist

dinput8.dll

Application could not be started because dinput8.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to dinput8.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 dinput8.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 dinput8.dll errors in just few steps?

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

dinput8.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 dinput8.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 dinput8.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 dinput8.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 dinput8.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the dinput8.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 dinput8.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 dinput8.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 dinput8.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace dinput8.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 dinput8.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of dinput8.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\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your dinput8.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 dinput8.dll

System Windows 10

File size 175104 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	805bf5e2555cb682a18c8e2d3e428636
	SHA1	664c27fd8ad26424cf36d5945990bc23f8bb9587
	SHA256	39a97fe78d49713115812e4ca39dfd0ffd1ee30958df618f940813ddd740f116
	CRC32	bafee968
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dinput8.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 171520 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	431cbc61523fc95dc188368380800954
	SHA1	1f6b9314b91c04a6f14fe810ba9ea9d80eb2a5f1
	SHA256	cb325f31290d480edb15834755dc9e1ffe52b535c74e9f74e52da3215066a964
	CRC32	31d41bec
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dinput8.dll

System Windows 8

File size 144896 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	c0fa3a0751257bfecae2d4b2bea07e1b
	SHA1	6d24a7073fea8c40bed0812d63e7e2e4dfd418cf
	SHA256	e71df522aa2e46d50ba5e2e71183a118f2ab631f0352d478d501ce9a48eedaf2
	CRC32	3a0f4f3b
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dinput8.dll

System Windows 7

File size 145408 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	5e08ac958be05247ff1539e0d1ce7905
	SHA1	285c3dc75669dfbcf72ad9fcac4891e67b5fe00f
	SHA256	c6e7419ea72d1703f72292743a999f4a6cf0c6734ba1ee92c6af18ba8b1a3a23
	CRC32	bd60a275
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename dinput8.dll

System Windows 7

File size 195584 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	6e42d6759ef29a36ba321823494ccb35
	SHA1	e3641db0c8448cd54976fc4049c11a7bdd647ff7
	SHA256	567f08044e2c31375a31cd66016cb8f9e3226f3640c9ab82f9f4fe79fc09fc6a
	CRC32	61e9d287
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename dinput8.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 159232 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	30a742ffcea6661e501c44dc273c77b1
	SHA1	2c1601dc03f6b11b385c48e50bb903d976d5bbc8
	SHA256	444b26b20d942c572322b8922c8ab317a2187d300b4139cea2eaf6d5cc3c7914
	CRC32	0acee9de
	Example file location	---

Filename dinput8.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 201216 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	6ea26d8388f4e9b008fda5cdee118bc9
	SHA1	6b04909b04cb85f518322db5f71c44e99e1f1bfc
	SHA256	525e578d7c2f4d5eed29778fcadfa37fb003b62afd42e688d06103ecfacbbe04
	CRC32	aed56aed
	Example file location	---

Filename dinput8.dll

System Windows XP

File size 181760 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	aa0507f0516a4dff1b1279ab4a2abb37
	SHA1	a45f769e62edd1d12316faa186f4693e061004ad
	SHA256	8ebc13ed4d96f208c5df940ee51a4d06b64dd789425301b466c9fcd1ef78c64d
	CRC32	7b5b5fa7
	Example file location	---