Download and Fix pifmgr.dll

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

pifmgr.dll file Windows NT PIF Manager Icon Resources Library. 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 pifmgr.dll related errors on your device. You can also download pifmgr.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 pifmgr.dll

4.1 List of pifmgr.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	pifmgr.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Windows NT PIF Manager Icon Resources Library

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 pifmgr.dll file related problems

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

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

pifmgr.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of pifmgr.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 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 35840 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	34ea749682f894a1fe1f969c4eb2a5a1
	SHA1	a2b53fddabc651ee84c798213c45808c1d871def
	SHA256	a1a21f2221fa582fde25461c3d65087bae1e6bec987916e55a69f00f771c5ada
	CRC32	8ad50b9b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pifmgr.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 35328 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	c90b1cf0ea88939d0a0d3e7a692c7ae0
	SHA1	e5791fef1fed956d20c2f39624079cbae32ff708
	SHA256	33866119dbc9ed62bb996980eec84d7df213e4983f44f7a3499899f177545c38
	CRC32	b809cf57
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pifmgr.dll

System Windows 8

File size 34816 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	4570fb2fece2fbba157efc84ec0b71ae
	SHA1	8209f7f2270061421565b80f39471660056674f0
	SHA256	a4bf2c1674f8fe114a97cd205e026668b9820e9b4ea048af15f16ab7a4ba62af
	CRC32	dff4e3d1
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pifmgr.dll

System Windows 7

File size 35328 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	3924400e5c14a561e3c7279b95523160
	SHA1	a002693101c2b60c65f594b47f4c1754ac8e01a1
	SHA256	3b7932bf30474ab9ecc2c29438a1b85da4f3b4b2f1976bb7eba336a9bfca5bd6
	CRC32	ae5f4db1
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pifmgr.dll

System Windows 7

File size 35328 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	e56c4703d0d9b476ef6195ad22c2acc0
	SHA1	23bb6335321b5b5526af21561a579007fde07872
	SHA256	348ad438a75168d73297e0e63e2a9d6e86d5e15f8ea5ac7a22fdd6259d47bd0d
	CRC32	fa696b69
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename pifmgr.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 35328 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	283027d276e2e7e3bf5921568342ba2f
	SHA1	bfbc0797d0e28b4083b4616aec1713610e5e8668
	SHA256	98e3c36726fc8e7137c9095bed94dd72b7f77f3e0b611baca0fe853ba9859ef6
	CRC32	767dd492
	Example file location	---

Filename pifmgr.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 35328 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	ab564da7566a6d4be7a561b93e9050d3
	SHA1	471f4af16147630b76f26637ece0fb491efe6a14
	SHA256	faad7fa62146caa405b138ea33cf66802aabe5e7829d29324ac2e2dd21bb403f
	CRC32	116d37f9
	Example file location	---

Filename pifmgr.dll

System Windows XP

File size 35328 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	7bfebdf2f50a6a0a576a9de171538086
	SHA1	eb7b67f654a4bce9d195bd4e5879987393ce4f11
	SHA256	279b267355e0dbb8b287abad23fcef0f95af71785325aa9eb722c11ec4d41198
	CRC32	245f5bc3
	Example file location	---