netapi32.dll - How to Fix? Download Now

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing netapi32.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 netapi32.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

netapi32.dll file Net Win32 API 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 netapi32.dll related errors on your device. You can also download netapi32.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, 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 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP

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Fix netapi32.dll errors

1 Information about netapi32.dll file
2 Errors related to netapi32.dll file
3 How to fix netapi32.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 netapi32.dll

4.1 List of netapi32.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	netapi32.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Net Win32 API 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 netapi32.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to netapi32.dll file. netapi32.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 netapi32.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

netapi32.dll is corrupted
netapi32.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - netapi32.dll
netapi32.dll file error
netapi32.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register netapi32.dll file:
netapi32.dll file could not be loaded
netapi32.dll file doesn't exist

netapi32.dll

Application could not be started because netapi32.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to netapi32.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 netapi32.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 netapi32.dll errors in just few steps?

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

netapi32.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 netapi32.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 netapi32.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 netapi32.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 netapi32.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the netapi32.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 netapi32.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 netapi32.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 netapi32.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace netapi32.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 netapi32.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of netapi32.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: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your netapi32.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 netapi32.dll

System Windows 10

File size 68776 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	e8e3044b0fb83a8c6bfe298687920a3e
	SHA1	4e16903ad69b472b6dffec54c90cf973cb92bdde
	SHA256	def37ab3655f0ecc2623f43024784a415adcffb64e6670016bd9ec7cba1ada25
	CRC32	d837d648
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename netapi32.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 68168 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	afce65ce603aebcf55333d186d133681
	SHA1	87c093b6298a9c19b30e14fe1f0d248c756da3be
	SHA256	9e2a898de479f20d71abf73f20f96d0fa7c5fe5652c668d1ac47f56dbfc360fa
	CRC32	79c89e9d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename netapi32.dll

System Windows 8

File size 60928 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	5c96f30d1144ab5d8f03dff045b8c791
	SHA1	b2a77511b90859cf6fe24bd969ca24df6055822d
	SHA256	eb2705db5bda2bfc458635194ef914b26b9e31fd969f4206eacfb61b29261096
	CRC32	a566e211
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename netapi32.dll

System Windows 7

File size 72704 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	764908fe1fa96f93c95b1b67a0fced29
	SHA1	88d0027e5d10158e3678d9eb2326779fef8a64d1
	SHA256	26ef25ab307903c5e806a8cc3b750a491049e5d1225ceddfce64dd51aa6f592b
	CRC32	a8a635c1
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename netapi32.dll

System Windows 7

File size 56832 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	8ce1a6d16b9077e91e192499eb611c5f
	SHA1	411f71deae1e160ad426212d6826891bdb1a9074
	SHA256	68bb66b40383f7ca04f314fecc12a346914139a64f72cae791b882b6cb8dc314
	CRC32	7eb99b27
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename netapi32.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 467456 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	c94108296530a097b2e1e18c101e4703
	SHA1	865c21892c69b219bb5ca8246533d36f195afc5f
	SHA256	ae5c0bb03b453cd1bf7b2f700d31f48a9ed0c9ea9dfcb2ee6a864764a55dc586
	CRC32	8aa15a6c
	Example file location	---

Filename netapi32.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 648192 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	eaa6d9f1c23a5c3375e6d3653f57e7be
	SHA1	8cb4b138b9c86fc4cada0183aaad679d8ef5fcca
	SHA256	69ca8fe2439a0e56813581cd4b3acae0f80e0d26d3302424efb65de0e3778b2d
	CRC32	dbf35064
	Example file location	---

Filename netapi32.dll

System Windows XP

File size 337408 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	6db7788fa7e2566267516fa635c3797e
	SHA1	ad0b1431c54d62e5c45c2caae4d7c76b717220ee
	SHA256	bc8818a9aed7fb447031b24887c0fa6c79c3f457743c7ac7b6218455b272c67c
	CRC32	b4a06e0c
	Example file location	---