How to Download and Fix kd1394.dll?

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing kd1394.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 kd1394.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

kd1394.dll file 1394 Kernel Debugger. 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 kd1394.dll related errors on your device. You can also download kd1394.dll file compatible with Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, 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 kd1394.dll

4.1 List of kd1394.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	kd1394.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	1394 Kernel Debugger

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Driver
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common kd1394.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to kd1394.dll file. kd1394.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 kd1394.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

kd1394.dll is corrupted
kd1394.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - kd1394.dll
kd1394.dll file error
kd1394.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register kd1394.dll file:
kd1394.dll file could not be loaded
kd1394.dll file doesn't exist

kd1394.dll

Application could not be started because kd1394.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to kd1394.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 kd1394.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 kd1394.dll errors in just few steps?

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

kd1394.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 kd1394.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 kd1394.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 kd1394.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 kd1394.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the kd1394.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 kd1394.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 kd1394.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 kd1394.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace kd1394.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 kd1394.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of kd1394.dll file example directory paths.

Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows XP: C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\

If the steps did not solve your kd1394.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 kd1394.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 18784 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	e327ab6c3fddb0e609e0ab1bdc1dcdfd
	SHA1	278c4c98394f8ce4b5692cb1ab5b385a565713bf
	SHA256	cd1101d70b64a833115da3c22f8a6f3a5f00ad2490392185ca8faeea9c46c338
	CRC32	40b96227
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename kd1394.dll

System Windows 8

File size 18672 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	7fc608172bfb008f92cb716e121941ff
	SHA1	dd112855562afb889cf90bb11a4e3ba6d49399e9
	SHA256	6268bd9bf680a9dee3a2466de5ebd803a566116152d8e544e08fa3aa31ed123b
	CRC32	6804b645
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename kd1394.dll

System Windows 7

File size 19520 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	ff8fc96af3797a06678f10bb300f154c
	SHA1	79865ca87797df88bc4f9ae83345bac11f985e02
	SHA256	0d47f7bd8f2efa52ef3a9ab41aa4df9dd3d76ac2772f8556ddc758459f2d14e8
	CRC32	aa216b84
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename kd1394.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 19928 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	9334a2d1cdb6d4dc4060b94021bb7a59
	SHA1	a8697ec0799e085d7771fd5671be91eb1b49ba06
	SHA256	7e4652ef69b0f947bf802dd0127eec245ed202621f8f966a65728143bdd708ef
	CRC32	c54b970c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename kd1394.dll

System Windows XP

File size 7424 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	f59725ce3a1827b78da01fbfb0a64005
	SHA1	f79499e42686f585dd1be9fe878872aa9c595d24
	SHA256	9e56ecc47ba63aea260d5434de24ccd9ea4b11215906107ebc0044fce4ffd602
	CRC32	4cabf083
	Example file location	C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\