Fix Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll Errors

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

Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll file Dynamic Link Library. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Windows software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll related errors on your device. You can also download Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7

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Fix Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll errors

1 Information about Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll file
2 Errors related to Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll file
3 How to fix Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll related errors?

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll

4.1 List of Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll
File extension	DLL
Type	Dynamic Link Library
Description	Dynamic Link Library

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	6759424
Oldest file	2010-11-21
Latest file	2017-03-18

Most common Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll file related problems

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

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

Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll

Application could not be started because Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.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 Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.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 Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll errors in just few steps?

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

Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.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 Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.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 Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.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 Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.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 Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.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 Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.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 Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.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 Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.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 Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll file.

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\assembly\GAC_MSIL\Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility\1.0.0.0__31bf3856ad364e35\
Windows 10: C:\Windows\assembly\GAC_MSIL\Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility\1.0.0.0__31bf3856ad364e35\
Windows 8.1: ---
Windows 8: ---
Windows 7: ---

If the steps did not solve your Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.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 Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll

System Windows 10

File size 667648 bytes

Date 2012-06-02

Download

File details
	MD5	2bf0e6d33f78907c55b55867470566c6
	SHA1	2306dc2fc67f8d7bbfd340251d797e956fb7592e
	SHA256	99b02e4e55cdcd359cab4bc3df2cbcfcdda2e595c9440633f8eea248e024e806
	CRC32	7ab349dc
	Example file location	C:\Windows\assembly\GAC_MSIL\Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility\1.0.0.0__31bf3856ad364e35\

Filename Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll

System Windows 10

File size 6759424 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	60a6e0955023c057e341efb97810c3d4
	SHA1	39050b3bc93ecebd95a11a3af96e7331a581e7ec
	SHA256	e4ad909869ad6bd14998d8c5b19ce5b516219d05a86037a6e9c27c807612f535
	CRC32	83649b92
	Example file location	C:\Windows\assembly\GAC_MSIL\Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility\1.0.0.0__31bf3856ad364e35\

Filename Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 780800 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	d94f6d549f1bed1dd7b419a9da638f99
	SHA1	5e1d403f30e4579678c3b5d68371c4428574edee
	SHA256	680d6b701189d3b5794d3aceb819349added8d3dc7100075e4b3f63b03745ccc
	CRC32	c8c5163a
	Example file location	---

Filename Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll

System Windows 8

File size 760320 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	3706607bfe67dc036d22eadeda67e6aa
	SHA1	69686468b888c0d75daf735545739be22a8b92cb
	SHA256	732baaf916691eb6f209a01c25d2d8c75d177e435b9a14ccdc40a9a91629f6c7
	CRC32	40af43ce
	Example file location	---

Filename Microsoft.PowerShell.Commands.Utility.dll

System Windows 7

File size 667648 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	2b291883e64693401a7dd55a5f35b249
	SHA1	5454eb4178c02d34b1f48c7739710b880a0cac13
	SHA256	a057a261463f9772402641c503545f9d1cca21aad8770063d2a363fa40dea16d
	CRC32	45bb5c97
	Example file location	---