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How to Download and Fix hotplug.dll.mui?

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

hotplug.dll.mui file Safely Remove Hardware applet. 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 hotplug.dll.mui related errors on your device. You can also download hotplug.dll.mui file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista

File info

General information
Filename hotplug.dll.mui
File extension MUI
Description Safely Remove Hardware applet
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.)
hotplug.dll.mui

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

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

hotplug.dll.mui

Error

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

OK

Problems related to hotplug.dll.mui 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 hotplug.dll.mui 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.

hotplug.dll.mui 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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with hotplug.dll.mui 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.

Windows Update

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to hotplug.dll.mui file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. 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 hotplug.dll.mui 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

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 hotplug.dll.mui file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the hotplug.dll.mui file with properly working version. To use the tool:

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "cmd" in the search field
  3. Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
  4. Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
  5. Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the hotplug.dll.mui file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "System Restore" in the search field
  3. Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
  4. The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
  5. After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the hotplug.dll.mui 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 hotplug.dll.mui file

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

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\en-GB\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\en-GB\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
  • Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\

If the steps did not solve your hotplug.dll.mui 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 hotplug.dll.mui
System Windows 10
File size 17408 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 8d805b945cd246a5374569b3d637d6a5
SHA1 e8f4023c21237b08da4c62e0dc1ff17408bbd874
SHA256 cec97d8058ec6f39a1d51d4bcca99584df8825b8d35ad548d135e3aae086f004
CRC32 5a4dbdbb
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename hotplug.dll.mui
System Windows 8.1
File size 16896 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 c8daf008072df6ca99346ec7fbfd9947
SHA1 0a25004853db487780a6377c7a6bed355743199f
SHA256 e9ade3d5ceaf45e211319457f9d578a06ba2212a98c53e62da06e52911c3f379
CRC32 ee4225b4
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-GB\
Filename hotplug.dll.mui
System Windows 8
File size 16896 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 f398a319673482212d2ce86590895f76
SHA1 dee011d0821fb7676ee0b6c8df4ed1617b6a06af
SHA256 2b6d81c826575b079d5022c4a21f55e55bf7136e9e96fb65c5f589713816ff25
CRC32 ddd2c405
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\en-GB\
Filename hotplug.dll.mui
System Windows 7
File size 16896 bytes
Date 2011-04-12
File details
MD5 39cfaf10a3a0cbe44b38b154df7d3ddc
SHA1 4eddab6fee350eed593ed3e34263d0716e7a4d8d
SHA256 2be06d5750f605ae944dd4b31a5efe1b540289c926f3da3f5710c76cb2ae744a
CRC32 993bf302
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename hotplug.dll.mui
System Windows Vista
File size 16896 bytes
Date 2006-11-02
File details
MD5 808df0a3eeff3a8c8e2db2ddd63ff6f5
SHA1 a859ec4bfaba580ab52d6dcceb5eb03bbf900728
SHA256 f5eb898d0b24980e3dba481d3395dcc12e36582240571689982f26f2d5ecbd00
CRC32 5b6e7b4e
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\