PortableDeviceSyncProvider.dll Troubleshoot and Download

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

PortableDeviceSyncProvider.dll file Microsoft Windows Portable Device 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 PortableDeviceSyncProvider.dll related errors on your device. You can also download PortableDeviceSyncProvider.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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

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Fix PortableDeviceSyncProvider.dll errors

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

4.1 List of PortableDeviceSyncProvider.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	PortableDeviceSyncProvider.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Microsoft Windows Portable Device 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 PortableDeviceSyncProvider.dll file related problems

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

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

PortableDeviceSyncProvider.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 132608 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	1ed71ea313e3e99df5311ed1642555fd
	SHA1	c74cda97eab5c556ed4cfdb646b3504d4a36aac1
	SHA256	b642903a1c8fd0b8269aeabd92feb16166fb4aab153893f84a5f83cc8c89c28f
	CRC32	66a169d4
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename PortableDeviceSyncProvider.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 137728 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	67077c59593cbfd4975ee6429e06b7aa
	SHA1	470ef97bee6e7f2dcd04e041ee96927e0231dc38
	SHA256	757cc0e18ddfbe824fceddad09965013b77f29d882fbdb013c1ea3f4d1aeca4c
	CRC32	19e53f75
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename PortableDeviceSyncProvider.dll

System Windows 8

File size 128512 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	df91784899a5755a788f0abaed20f670
	SHA1	d0848c350b847e31ce2a8b414648d142828c9edb
	SHA256	02ca689be6e8d94966e1b42e387021d0e0ef6547eb1b643c5ab8ebcdcda85d3d
	CRC32	7e9bf662
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename PortableDeviceSyncProvider.dll

System Windows 7

File size 224256 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	854d93a45ba56523fb73599bf0852604
	SHA1	c19795bca72ea3dfa44feb30948d0794eb069178
	SHA256	0d0ea47d77c06a7135c20e0e32656642f0c3aefb87d386ca995c7423ca7cb85d
	CRC32	ce50d879
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename PortableDeviceSyncProvider.dll

System Windows 7

File size 183296 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	9d67b55896f679cd6c0fc7ead0f4bdea
	SHA1	025e868a99d5fa19175181f483aa4c0435c72c6a
	SHA256	14a2e4ade5b2dbdb00fe88fc3941f62a97a52c42aa13e25ca5974d594b27c185
	CRC32	63057740
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\