How to Download and Fix KBDRU.DLL?

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

KBDRU.DLL file Russian Keyboard Layout. 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 KBDRU.DLL related errors on your device. You can also download KBDRU.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 KBDRU.DLL

4.1 List of KBDRU.DLL file versions

File info

General information
Filename	KBDRU.DLL
File extension	DLL
Description	Russian Keyboard Layout

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	Neutral

Most common KBDRU.DLL file related problems

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

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

KBDRU.DLL

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

Problems related to KBDRU.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 KBDRU.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 KBDRU.DLL errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace KBDRU.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 KBDRU.DLL file.

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

System Windows 10

File size 6144 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	76a57e373f8569e65ecfc10feaa6d56d
	SHA1	b41b72fe4952a8ab8fcb3bd090b16ceaff9df46b
	SHA256	4d3cf016542e8ca936204059abf7692a213ada7a5d49ad4a71f8822a95f29779
	CRC32	362558b5
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename KBDRU.DLL

System Windows 8.1

File size 5632 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	c6c199bc01899ac4f7298e61d6c36800
	SHA1	8045fbeb4229dd721e94be08b7b4eacd9eb21fc0
	SHA256	aa18b3dd14b93603612f038dea2a0ca3fc85736bec9dbefe987d58cfcb91c8f6
	CRC32	4d261fd0
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename KBDRU.DLL

System Windows 8

File size 5632 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	fbfcaa0a829eee4362e2516748736d98
	SHA1	2ae2c7e90e71c83fc1b4ed1abd7667d421509e6d
	SHA256	83245111962e0b7ba313d457ebd386347255619e3af6f5bc7d490e458dce6ff1
	CRC32	f5cb979a
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename KBDRU.DLL

System Windows 7

File size 6144 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	03bff253b796d96cc0efbed753fe9f98
	SHA1	a1f3f30e67d9e815382abd99baaee6c87cfacd0c
	SHA256	cc059cd094d619f1279460c7bdd79ed591d85173e4dc7a5570d723c234fbc19b
	CRC32	0b6dad35
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename KBDRU.DLL

System Windows 7

File size 6656 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	5e36f8e4034a4b148cba14eb535c47ca
	SHA1	ce70b0921aac4439dcf18754273f57122cb11f7c
	SHA256	c722b1f64cdc3035362d920047af7e1933203468a59cee13dda4dfaf437ab110
	CRC32	036ca510
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename KBDRU.DLL

System Windows Vista

File size 6656 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	2474a2ef0fcf80144d06cf0140132712
	SHA1	0eada487a22e349220274ce55f54a3ba1b4bbd86
	SHA256	a8dbcec5fbf93a53f91c4ddc683cbd3027ee92f6b9ff874ccadf9614eedfd3cb
	CRC32	3cb23e71
	Example file location	---

Filename KBDRU.DLL

System Windows Vista

File size 6144 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	323252756d2792313d0efe07a86a4f3f
	SHA1	5d53a7e8255038a32c4cc8d19905f3760d7775eb
	SHA256	286b4865b49782de9ea4b4835eaac08ccf2a833b93ee7061075aea6ddf4ddd89
	CRC32	74a8b28a
	Example file location	---

Filename KBDRU.DLL

System Windows XP

File size 5632 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	c6f23bc1411e91c179b0635893bb40a1
	SHA1	15acc6b190e891a189c384972b1d0e53a592be36
	SHA256	7c3681887f7704d8ed88178f5e5ffc5b5ad0a05f241d27f3d812733ea82615a7
	CRC32	4474207c
	Example file location	---