How to Download and Fix dpnet.dll?

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

dpnet.dll file DirectPlay Stub. 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 dpnet.dll related errors on your device. You can also download dpnet.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 dpnet.dll

4.1 List of dpnet.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	dpnet.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	DirectPlay Stub

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 dpnet.dll file related problems

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

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

dpnet.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 8192 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	7b0b61bec720c7484c4f488cb8c71d52
	SHA1	2a2021d60606aae5c73070344d8b48aede3c07eb
	SHA256	0c2d6ade7fc4aedaa3b18b1402872d8e089e22bfe9da176d56644bcd2be5546b
	CRC32	2fbc0b76
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dpnet.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 8192 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	45fee7008562673e51a7bf17f7f883b4
	SHA1	83c7790ac77486dfaa813e92ba34191ff67af997
	SHA256	0597aaf25f1e7458c19a7b78ee64711d256c3c649af9fff40675e73af6cf7836
	CRC32	0f81464c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dpnet.dll

System Windows 8

File size 375808 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	5ba7adb1a3c957d9d155431423da845e
	SHA1	30cad54595bb716a0a38c06d167629a941c4acaa
	SHA256	196c8098ca187bed1126aa1bf671c16fb51c87000df307c2c69e528bc7e07864
	CRC32	fd5999e2
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dpnet.dll

System Windows 7

File size 478208 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	9e775409f934cd034cce211cd4c91fcd
	SHA1	7aa6373f0aaf1100990b5bf6163202f752d7fc19
	SHA256	2b16275dbb565bcceaf798b343133cd64298d3f87955961aba9db66c48ceb09e
	CRC32	c481582d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dpnet.dll

System Windows 7

File size 376832 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	b608555af553a2b9e957075ba0626d28
	SHA1	f27d4f787c524a1b053c42bba2e26863672f7680
	SHA256	9a86cdb0f4ce0e1f1d5b85bb08ea0bbca0c2eeef16ea694ea08d1f76f2473c6a
	CRC32	7461e60d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dpnet.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 477696 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	2177d2e0602848bb7ab266257416fd6e
	SHA1	bfd9058e0c3d8b94d31119cf7e1404a4ad615d15
	SHA256	2e15752e5e862abca981b2bb8e46ea68716ab7a98545619092e8a00eb64bf717
	CRC32	f420d19b
	Example file location	---

Filename dpnet.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 376320 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	8d27b8e9652b1ba65c03d05a816ea940
	SHA1	f78c63cb3510617020f4dd452585d3f5b41bd897
	SHA256	a6b680031387887029a56e43e9ecb840f814981e1df5ed4ea043f441f8e527a0
	CRC32	0f1afff7
	Example file location	---

Filename dpnet.dll

System Windows XP

File size 375296 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	c855bb26697a4c6027722435df153720
	SHA1	758b0097b0eca67626465fd833aa21d0f0eaad3f
	SHA256	f33f86603589c4b8b33b90f1df91bfbc44c4c49ad94c0f8f9429c49de57caf96
	CRC32	6e65b4dd
	Example file location	---