Troubleshoot PeerDistWSDDiscoProv.dll Errors and Download File

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

PeerDistWSDDiscoProv.dll file BranchCache WSD Discovery Provider. 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 PeerDistWSDDiscoProv.dll related errors on your device. You can also download PeerDistWSDDiscoProv.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7

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Fix PeerDistWSDDiscoProv.dll errors

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

4.1 List of PeerDistWSDDiscoProv.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	PeerDistWSDDiscoProv.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	BranchCache WSD Discovery Provider

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 PeerDistWSDDiscoProv.dll file related problems

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

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

PeerDistWSDDiscoProv.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 142336 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	03e7d4484f2c2318f7d72b5c836630a5
	SHA1	8c522c7a3cff72d4d81a31cd8f48601abc5f4b03
	SHA256	09e7f080f6a1e3c21a4f2e4b578fd1aafb1d328ff1cfe4b58e96af354a4fd966
	CRC32	8b82a3de
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename PeerDistWSDDiscoProv.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 143872 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	685524c6f0e711fb08cf05be5b1dbdd5
	SHA1	5741efbac3bbf3fdbb0edbe091adda2965137535
	SHA256	4ff3235f084b15b65f76cbe695ea6aa8fd1c368d2e17dbb136c0a072ca495a01
	CRC32	29f7665e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename PeerDistWSDDiscoProv.dll

System Windows 8

File size 135680 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	874211adcb4cc48bd15a0fb94667847b
	SHA1	0d7afa356f28c1ba104039480e9c86c188851b66
	SHA256	3ede5909940548c3605ddda729d2616c49e5203371a8df7011f6392522c0046c
	CRC32	2b7a2558
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename PeerDistWSDDiscoProv.dll

System Windows 7

File size 131584 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	ec771f5e2cc062b6bb5a1cdc07ecefb5
	SHA1	7e4a2533878b6a5601b5a3f83c39152f754db5b4
	SHA256	96389c769986daced02880ca0f443bd73edd640f28bd0b7d4488539b99f5a6b7
	CRC32	646c8153
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\