Fix lmhsvc.dll Errors

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

lmhsvc.dll file TCPIP NetBios Transport Services 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 lmhsvc.dll related errors on your device. You can also download lmhsvc.dll file compatible with Windows 10, 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 10, 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 lmhsvc.dll

4.1 List of lmhsvc.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	lmhsvc.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	TCPIP NetBios Transport Services 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 lmhsvc.dll file related problems

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

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

lmhsvc.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of lmhsvc.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\System32\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows XP: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 20992 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	6393015ef9da30969c268874c2fc2c55
	SHA1	d2b68024580ca0a87434d679384a1816f1d4ca57
	SHA256	acd217dcb395aa3e0e48b1d0842589b7ec5705c82be9d12a98292e1c7f05e115
	CRC32	67d9f553
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename lmhsvc.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 18944 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	5e33d044399c9be1e47d625eeb42d340
	SHA1	9b080bef00e805f24d7d93dc7edfc0562bbfa71b
	SHA256	f7b2ecc44ba4fd88072284585e92dcff218a122ac6c8c3d043c7ff03b597c23b
	CRC32	0224135c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename lmhsvc.dll

System Windows 8

File size 17920 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	fba8bdf947b5289e85324f00043cc5d8
	SHA1	a4363584613f073661f0de4f11d47f2257cd72a9
	SHA256	28091b1cb0137024e4eda28a8ad0c3c090090942e8d2cec242cfafe91f7e69f2
	CRC32	a619f380
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename lmhsvc.dll

System Windows 7

File size 23552 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	f993a32249b66c9d622ea5592a8b76b8
	SHA1	f1893978dc74d86d7b4b44005d494d9855ea8047
	SHA256	ee64672a990c6145dc5601e2b8cdbe089272a72732f59af9865dcba8b1717e70
	CRC32	68dad809
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename lmhsvc.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 24064 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	a47f8080cacc23c91fe823ad19aa5612
	SHA1	742cf499a5c96ab74e8f474813ca32727596b4ce
	SHA256	161575406d158d6d5c9220f1e82c0cc19108c74adc35c509baf9b0c414efd8ee
	CRC32	3ccfc626
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename lmhsvc.dll

System Windows XP

File size 13824 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	a7db739ae99a796d91580147e919cc59
	SHA1	b11a261cea8ddad6b1d9816b724723a6126affa3
	SHA256	edf4e039ba277b0e6d66feb0b28096e67d682c09dfc18ececf062d9dcfb75acf
	CRC32	57939489
	Example file location	---