ncsi.dll Informations - Download and Fix

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

ncsi.dll file Network Connectivity Status Indicator. 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 ncsi.dll related errors on your device. You can also download ncsi.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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

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 ncsi.dll

4.1 List of ncsi.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	ncsi.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Network Connectivity Status Indicator

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 ncsi.dll file related problems

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

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

ncsi.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of ncsi.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 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 325632 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	100fbd6835514697df284893e8815d65
	SHA1	fb28e42024ce6ad17ac7d8bf8caca06c08e1015a
	SHA256	a14ff919e75871bdf40e475019d431f24727787578d90a05f3d4e79599b69dc3
	CRC32	e2d7fb64
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ncsi.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 273408 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	34c554328c89d3cfed044b8138c31c71
	SHA1	d93aa6400aa5ee7618e09da2d090b21de0915452
	SHA256	6f9800bd5ec3850e709003dbba28a68d024f6510dca2f68d2d061a42f5c531e9
	CRC32	861c547c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ncsi.dll

System Windows 8

File size 283648 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	ba468ed26896eea14542206848fd4e31
	SHA1	85298c8276fd37ea101424a5d301f3b212245ce6
	SHA256	7bf6f283e635c98ac4787957e6c656fcf55718755672f8fb6e0389b9c339036b
	CRC32	b490790f
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ncsi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 210944 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	4a435f95b940e93a88fec144bd409789
	SHA1	262eaf604de69425560443ac534105cbad33ee45
	SHA256	12775f6f54ad9bcbcd4f91f371d8911772ca7b14316daffdc28b971d1fdcc182
	CRC32	1ca645cf
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ncsi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 152064 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	75ea62927355189876081ef863064982
	SHA1	d3a5cfc1cb4af39eb0a53ecb0f562406a1913c90
	SHA256	2b0139c8bd7cb8a1c6dc92937f9d8cbb2526615021fe6ee979d9373ea3b640b7
	CRC32	a33706b0
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ncsi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 109056 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	5e1d96076745f73c56b1307fee6bedfe
	SHA1	94182e02570614e43ccf70965f5dd770cddd2ce5
	SHA256	e1c69f35aec9c11f570bffb89934165a8feafb62b62080c9e38a965debbbb87a
	CRC32	84ce556c
	Example file location	---

Filename ncsi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 93184 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	f4d9ed6bd74ad7cc0bec83c43a1cb76b
	SHA1	5e74114b655e30c7c2f9e3a4b8854297e77ff727
	SHA256	18f167dec8464ac42b9c7c2c69638d812c1c2cf867dbf3e833f4b880c26bd1d2
	CRC32	d21c2aaf
	Example file location	---