kdnet.dll - Repair Issues and Download

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

kdnet.dll file Network 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 kdnet.dll related errors on your device. You can also download kdnet.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8

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 kdnet.dll

4.1 List of kdnet.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	kdnet.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Network 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 kdnet.dll file related problems

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

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

kdnet.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\

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

System Windows 10

File size 101280 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	0c2d84f8cef19898c06106676a107df5
	SHA1	b51f56325687c789ef29518bcee4ab6e17265b42
	SHA256	a0cb4463a95a33e600aeca97be4d44f4a548795771f129358c45bfdef762cbbc
	CRC32	7bb3d87a
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename kdnet.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 83776 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	72c4290ee2a9f1d3242a3865ce0ee290
	SHA1	54bef4f1c508eeec84b20334eea5b3f9154e2edd
	SHA256	21a2fede12e1fa48c86e9de057e83956469c6981e9ff9889203c6a3bc902653b
	CRC32	939156ff
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename kdnet.dll

System Windows 8

File size 80624 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	7e99304fe5f5a9cfdfe272fe748e2692
	SHA1	92206a7073caf9c0988f90fec80aa6b6780128ad
	SHA256	537c386c26bd695d95a80362328cc0315c837f4c483c0d7b9fb1894b5947f9d2
	CRC32	c5b6fa21
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\