Fix ifsutil.dll Errors

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

ifsutil.dll file IFS Utility DLL. 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 ifsutil.dll related errors on your device. You can also download ifsutil.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 ifsutil.dll

4.1 List of ifsutil.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	ifsutil.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	IFS Utility DLL

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 ifsutil.dll file related problems

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

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

ifsutil.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 201632 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	30f67a77311728582ee27eda6fd105ed
	SHA1	4ce0941253840be59741ba016bc8ebdddcae31a3
	SHA256	7eab072df728a9535c0662c8468b9318fb20c082183da669f9d5c39b365e332d
	CRC32	baf66590
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ifsutil.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 201216 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	7e7051895043530fea589c105ab874ce
	SHA1	a16b9fedc65af55e38c61540d3940a7ea65dc2e2
	SHA256	818b48c6b50103cc836ae0e81c81c5e18396bfaacb5304cad9a3a4ef795de5ab
	CRC32	7bbb60cd
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ifsutil.dll

System Windows 8

File size 170496 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	8d66ad6e213458b825313a0dcaba11a6
	SHA1	77bb33397f57da6371caca9bf5de48ca60adb7d5
	SHA256	d87686f77d97f252233f4897ad167664153d9c45cd3b10fc889da62b3312560d
	CRC32	97ee1df6
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ifsutil.dll

System Windows 7

File size 148992 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	82a9c6addcc4d392293af15c09192dec
	SHA1	30960a580972e9a132520a8ccf16c160a60fb8ec
	SHA256	8e9181ad41200dca8f01b7a6ab90d7ca8dee89ba240525f07158144b7657d4f3
	CRC32	8bad3ad4
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename ifsutil.dll

System Windows 7

File size 180736 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	e060caf6d6c303a2c9bc13435f7f81a1
	SHA1	afc8b83acb0b874e6c19bebebcf6b96b3d550678
	SHA256	742f650d98c793fc85e5363d807224c81bd8d0b58c02bbc39fbe540304bc5f94
	CRC32	54f8606d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename ifsutil.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 146944 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	36fb02d5965b28cc2ba2f1e73a024820
	SHA1	ec84812bc392bbc25ed22618781834815f1b054e
	SHA256	842c834a20afe3b496bfae5c3d9bcd3ed4b09559090cf219b963b24ff35a0db9
	CRC32	86352e00
	Example file location	---

Filename ifsutil.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 123392 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	ee3ecc1bc7cfe6b121291f85ca1831c4
	SHA1	74630e23fbb268bfb0acc29839a3db539a665d60
	SHA256	3735f05cff1a11103311c7c30461d5226aaf263fc68c5ba15f0b57fa82edf172
	CRC32	accd791a
	Example file location	---

Filename ifsutil.dll

System Windows XP

File size 70656 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	cce2dbef2106337ddeae2389d33d6b09
	SHA1	d354d285dfb46a88b7edf7d487f031736be5e17e
	SHA256	378e68f3faeff99aed7d806a84afc92a0301b84c5a80e842cfe7bb741654e2d6
	CRC32	c392d00f
	Example file location	---