Download and Fix hnetcfg.dll

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

hnetcfg.dll file Home Networking Configuration Manager. 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 hnetcfg.dll related errors on your device. You can also download hnetcfg.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 hnetcfg.dll

4.1 List of hnetcfg.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	hnetcfg.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Home Networking Configuration Manager

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 hnetcfg.dll file related problems

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

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

hnetcfg.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 329216 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	2e4b5211e0b98a0692f51a310b01ed93
	SHA1	fb673b9ec20c823c5ce5247cf5685adce9230af3
	SHA256	c2a5a47f29dfd52ab2cd831dcd9404f8cad12affda78f5f22b9aa1994a0d625e
	CRC32	55d5f1e1
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename hnetcfg.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 454144 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	bfbe7b59a680f0cba4bb73650a508acf
	SHA1	ea518079d4b9e2ba927b26ee6eabb2d0dfe9d4a4
	SHA256	2d90c234ecdc6df02abb4f25b98ff7cff016799332b61a3b559e1b4c69f1b15f
	CRC32	0759ae43
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename hnetcfg.dll

System Windows 8

File size 416768 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	6b07fdcac37b659281b5a29d693b5f5e
	SHA1	2616c51e85616aa8713569aa9c20770964365052
	SHA256	dc849ba081e546c45f32a4abb40c8f1d69188ad82c1b38f7d1887316a1633d89
	CRC32	ee19d364
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename hnetcfg.dll

System Windows 7

File size 424448 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	3b367397320c26dba890b260f80d1b1b
	SHA1	9208f94662cfe80a92d7b271838add91b8616618
	SHA256	50bbe71b4380b5e86e197af86f5c08266dd6b12344ba4abdea604b8c774c4147
	CRC32	58eeb90e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename hnetcfg.dll

System Windows 7

File size 288256 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	6383c60ec0133b14f5705f96369421b2
	SHA1	8d97c340535ee69459c583ba87ffd10b07c19659
	SHA256	eab3fa2344b853148f199f744e716fbb8e9331b9db588f784274599b6bce2335
	CRC32	b782b15d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename hnetcfg.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 289792 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	a952d0ded445f26aefcf593a935ab300
	SHA1	69a5c4cc3e477e71c2317f436032449fbff42df8
	SHA256	3a5d7d33d6445b146c9f1abae7a705eb53e5c4800ce3f04a9392c42e0d9ecbbd
	CRC32	b2d2e3a3
	Example file location	---

Filename hnetcfg.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 433664 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	d23e5184266747ddce9d0c6581d916b3
	SHA1	c453280aba4cd318c213086abc274fb6f2d9fd43
	SHA256	10a7cdd43e27c61d08fc81855821620e3ca1cff5c7632e60eddadc3d09c9a901
	CRC32	733d3509
	Example file location	---

Filename hnetcfg.dll

System Windows XP

File size 344064 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	3cb32d3b8cbe79899d63280bb7a83cd9
	SHA1	93768c7019a79077b74d183b6c1d3b3a91c0c4b4
	SHA256	f34db3b3dd65f0135f1f7005703b824d2c9b17f7a43062f1ffbec53b3b26efc3
	CRC32	7292e585
	Example file location	---