pdh.dll Informations - Download and Fix

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

pdh.dll file Windows Performance Data Helper 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 pdh.dll related errors on your device. You can also download pdh.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 pdh.dll

4.1 List of pdh.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	pdh.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Windows Performance Data Helper 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 pdh.dll file related problems

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

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

pdh.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of pdh.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 pdh.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 pdh.dll

System Windows 10

File size 261120 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	69bacbd5cbc007fa927c8cf8bcf525c6
	SHA1	46dce7d56c22dd8618e78f0e5ea72f41f2dd8c85
	SHA256	b3ad9525354b1ef1993678b53fe0586054f8aa5087b47975d941f37fd18c2ad8
	CRC32	5c71619f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pdh.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 262144 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	23845e6f20a34c916810d2dc58becf9e
	SHA1	9d215d0a17472feec9388e581ee752296c7cf8d8
	SHA256	90b3dab8e4a37ce2df0919c61b4c4353dff5186460c0872e866b2f0049497f28
	CRC32	a823466f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pdh.dll

System Windows 8

File size 245760 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	c9d5090789cc7b28f515919cd65c47d5
	SHA1	2f6258d595a9666a8c95bde559bb8dfac8d87242
	SHA256	5fad8ce0d6a7b77def490a5332cb05e6103cea34d7237cdb5bee3f47cbd33c4d
	CRC32	8040e6b1
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pdh.dll

System Windows 7

File size 236544 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	487f44b08efeaf5ad087878357b9403d
	SHA1	58b16f260c96eef0ebe6410dfda6c3e7ebc655e7
	SHA256	b02c99850940588d52b3e6db30db64582f294e0bd62101067becfea1483010c6
	CRC32	c28ac658
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename pdh.dll

System Windows 7

File size 300032 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	cf6850a72beb4845a3bffb3f5e8014b2
	SHA1	ece3c58e001799af0a5699b91ed392397519a3da
	SHA256	abb2907db16929d4a12e0551c01dd731762b1a4cfef36b734734f3ecdd630a38
	CRC32	45a84332
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename pdh.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 307712 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	185a819d9ac5a1d7f387c45f476cfe32
	SHA1	3afd99a92c8447fdf934b64c2f6bf0c188c9cc5e
	SHA256	06c98b4c415e08cacf721470d07ba61d13f4a83bbe23cd705c22468f70ab61df
	CRC32	78e2b662
	Example file location	---

Filename pdh.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 242176 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	295363d4317820aed0d527e15b90a8ed
	SHA1	f20ac86e9c5184248db8ce76849459981a887bca
	SHA256	685282e64ca23feeee97795ed47520a5c2304b12e9f5dc7065c4d2055cd1a92d
	CRC32	5f921bfe
	Example file location	---

Filename pdh.dll

System Windows XP

File size 284160 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	5454607f90878d7cd0bcdb6e0d3f235f
	SHA1	6336217759b08fcd3a458a1aa275cfde05e1ff98
	SHA256	625e84969cacc77c2f6269a91fb2c1636d58365b1315d1a866a7dd67a0bcda7e
	CRC32	aee4a4d2
	Example file location	---