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

ntdsapi.dll file Active Directory Domain Services API. 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 ntdsapi.dll related errors on your device. You can also download ntdsapi.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

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 ntdsapi.dll

4.1 List of ntdsapi.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	ntdsapi.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Active Directory Domain Services API

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Executable application
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common ntdsapi.dll file related problems

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

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

ntdsapi.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of ntdsapi.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\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 96768 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	e7a2f0dd511110cc8fb2cb277baac2e1
	SHA1	caa9842641b8701c99010bcdb058fc7010d16318
	SHA256	8a826084f75332990962b0eb809e47f1db2e88b175ad3e6a211b243a62a3a1ce
	CRC32	14ed0128
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ntdsapi.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 92672 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	3e2cea9289f6e239307db3b73914ef5c
	SHA1	7958607445ccfc27dcedeb5897b447cde6d891cf
	SHA256	0ccc5fe173285f01e5d228b91b1ba7b670238f06147ff4b6542cfb3927fb8733
	CRC32	42e314cb
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ntdsapi.dll

System Windows 8

File size 84480 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	649ecfb2ae43ebf586508595cec2f224
	SHA1	69a16c69de32a39d0f8a652df7f157145119da2b
	SHA256	eb002616d7883e4c33409cdc5f3a967f6d4634c2fc131cb44755bc7d67b70364
	CRC32	ba71f8da
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ntdsapi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 90112 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	e3e811471de781900ff21c1fd84e941e
	SHA1	7e7f055503e745d39c7a6d40b39d6d5458e2a858
	SHA256	2a47ff52d1d6480aad1919382e783ea184bf926311f8c7e466febe9f6fb88fd6
	CRC32	59516def
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename ntdsapi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 152064 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	ee26d130808d16c0e417bbbed0451b34
	SHA1	962d52fb4d8f9965c5fc11a98f2f9048a2a5d918
	SHA256	4886dce4faef146a40babd492a8000a2022fea542a6135a9bafd4cd09297b4e5
	CRC32	051a57f5
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename ntdsapi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 146432 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	33741ba808457c9af07055c0fbefe973
	SHA1	a8ab17107cbf61f538bb94dbe1dfb25213975366
	SHA256	87384e0d7d842310f3e6ba1cdc1bd73e5cec71b3985895ccfaffbe7410d8f809
	CRC32	7726f100
	Example file location	---

Filename ntdsapi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 88576 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	7f0f1d4b0d847696f8e309423d227dce
	SHA1	5a6f9f7d66930f125c253feedf8e0ed737ff50dc
	SHA256	4460a2e8b27eb74e951df328dabfc6c905dd1538d2f2bee59b2fda05482ce9f7
	CRC32	472d1811
	Example file location	---

Filename ntdsapi.dll

System Windows XP

File size 67072 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	ec4c0d9bfd9f7e33f8b395ad54e13063
	SHA1	ffabbdd524c77ba338f0efba8f609dfab6aab021
	SHA256	18e60ff334376604f213f3323fab81f392493496c6ca809fad66bb8b0eeb3396
	CRC32	5a8dde86
	Example file location	---