Troubleshoot MSUSP.DLL Errors and Download File

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

MSUSP.DLL file Microsoft Universal Search Provider 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 MSUSP.DLL related errors on your device. You can also download MSUSP.DLL file compatible with Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows XP

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

4 Download MSUSP.DLL

4.1 List of MSUSP.DLL file versions

File info

General information
Filename	MSUSP.DLL
File extension	DLL
Description	Microsoft Universal Search Provider DLL

Software
Program	Microsoft Universal Search Provider
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Dynamic link library
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	Unpublished work. Copyright © Microsoft Corporation 2000 All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Comments	Intelligent Search Group

Most common MSUSP.DLL file related problems

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

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

MSUSP.DLL

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows XP: C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\OFFICE11\

If the steps did not solve your MSUSP.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 MSUSP.DLL

System Windows XP

File size 831562 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	dd13ff663be0666a1a4ae8b41be7ca19
	SHA1	f385fd44ab15c533b80fdbba067397a6800a38c4
	SHA256	6f5a62f99ef3dfd4fb5bdac449fb84c0a611f57b0962649fa52bebcd0ac81581
	CRC32	c38246d8
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\OFFICE11\