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

pcadm.dll file Program Compatibility Assistant Diagnostic Module. 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 pcadm.dll related errors on your device. You can also download pcadm.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, 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 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 pcadm.dll

4.1 List of pcadm.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	pcadm.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Program Compatibility Assistant Diagnostic Module

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 pcadm.dll file related problems

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

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

pcadm.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 32256 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	5d3c9573687960b18aee96de05ca3525
	SHA1	af903ea3478bc3961306013ec3d303d8d1ed43c8
	SHA256	b61bd1443454d37baa10709121f29550f6bf140f147c3314b32cc21b4477dd0c
	CRC32	8ca8d702
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pcadm.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 27136 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	9857fe2f12d322cbbb3af78dabdc52f4
	SHA1	e1eaa749486a60bc3b769e57dc3a6d0350ba413f
	SHA256	6fe0a28821fa366fd527139077bf0dcf6019e308fbc79a076ede38eac4202584
	CRC32	1a78ce77
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pcadm.dll

System Windows 8

File size 24064 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	abb83a1204540f488e6c0d78bd67bcf5
	SHA1	df0e3f6bc5a851fbca3b24de9ceab9b983943085
	SHA256	3b3f63d79fae5edd19ed38b4b0c8ac0e7189808c65937526b455030b63c390ef
	CRC32	cb54f77b
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pcadm.dll

System Windows 7

File size 37376 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	c759ff2c5880de29284a53a5ff976b0c
	SHA1	0d554e8d37691d2a30dbdd3d2786d34f75c000d8
	SHA256	d3461765cfc5839d8a7b6ae5078ee088ae28d6260c340e5f708fd9c0e9ec8a40
	CRC32	2376dab9
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pcadm.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 33280 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	1b7a24f2bfa1bb09cc67d4688b411039
	SHA1	22be0b7b69d8502102f37feaccb72b24f08d8a65
	SHA256	49b0663e18642e4838fe87fa160453153ce17f0c44e3821577001a66372aa3f9
	CRC32	1447e614
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pcadm.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 26624 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	f0062778f50838145ac46b384ffb4fa3
	SHA1	b6cee4c8497a3babb81060cf7eee04bb0a29519d
	SHA256	7ec4509ab87062d2ba00e3b7ad59f3d6d2f01af66e4aefb70bfafd1b89e7bfef
	CRC32	3e19b404
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\