Download and Fix ocsetapi.dll

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

ocsetapi.dll file Windows Optional Component Setup 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 ocsetapi.dll related errors on your device. You can also download ocsetapi.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

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Fix ocsetapi.dll errors

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

4.1 List of ocsetapi.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	ocsetapi.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Windows Optional Component Setup 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 ocsetapi.dll file related problems

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

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

ocsetapi.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 164864 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	08fed8217d70a419bd3c363b4b38ec5d
	SHA1	c2572fe3f6575092614f8f8044f786fc8fac3823
	SHA256	1bf7139e09d0086e683d48ddba8e597a8a7040d4d559934151338014f49d363b
	CRC32	555792cc
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ocsetapi.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 162304 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	7f215d85230b2e707ce342ade528fcf9
	SHA1	00fe95fe3dad58303d754ab2e1823bf47112fa7d
	SHA256	8c464508f50c4d766d30088dc1ebdeb5c50c5655085a56f48e369ca60d81db6d
	CRC32	1c46fb56
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ocsetapi.dll

System Windows 8

File size 163840 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	715961591343a421deaa5b099e7ef02c
	SHA1	028c236ce5cbd019f1466f694dcecb82ac784505
	SHA256	dcb3d3794da28f5a52785d6e641c935084224b6d37a29cae07e34d60fc5ddb49
	CRC32	b183fcca
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ocsetapi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 174592 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	1274a7fd37e2da781282cee1d2131374
	SHA1	ee6ea36fe20ce2c475dd9cabafb215ce7d13d7a8
	SHA256	3a6208b065a6cf2aab52824d438a306da5100f094671bb35b4af1f187753431a
	CRC32	83d64f9f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename ocsetapi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 161792 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	76cb184041c6d21838bc1df903e3c155
	SHA1	ebd3258b8c71b1ee7472de345588cfbeb5833b97
	SHA256	201c69aef5450bbeb4e2a0f767c6caa1887efdd870596df385594c1d30c779e1
	CRC32	df7be56c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename ocsetapi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 16384 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	1c71bab76e7ad23e763a5251f752adc5
	SHA1	d7c550f5ec7dacd8417fa5027afc74b6a031ba46
	SHA256	1f5e0dfc150ba7de0bb39d21f920769e5baac8ef91f9eb595e8bf51c8c4f9726
	CRC32	7e1f1b5d
	Example file location	---

Filename ocsetapi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 18944 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	d3f17ff88ea85c3cf4e2d7187fdd7288
	SHA1	da64f6f90da0e6e1ed4647df1d6ac22a130860ae
	SHA256	7e21a2336a586188626f17613a77ab74d248ad3fe7d5c3ba868ad3c0aae24f63
	CRC32	1c052320
	Example file location	---