Fix powrprof.dll Errors

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

powrprof.dll file Power Profile 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 powrprof.dll related errors on your device. You can also download powrprof.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

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Fix powrprof.dll errors

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

4.1 List of powrprof.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	powrprof.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Power Profile 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 powrprof.dll file related problems

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

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

powrprof.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 276400 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	693bf051e477014b9cab793df6f7d9bd
	SHA1	4d0570ce44f9c7f3136c62134a314c68e5931ec7
	SHA256	d328a746be114f57c193d3721bc2ca53c725b77d98e469d8bac4b1f237239f26
	CRC32	d3b80d0a
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename powrprof.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 255136 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	7a0a6e9b15b18dcdefbc3245ac386508
	SHA1	baf1202867d1fdfebf0aa0ce42c81e683ae51b3f
	SHA256	e4de6dc05de4ac958c355c08d49614f47cbe85aca8346474567522271d0b8605
	CRC32	aa5fafbd
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename powrprof.dll

System Windows 8

File size 244736 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	6c20bd6e46d606cb40a13c22d52b90c7
	SHA1	2da733de324b694caa8b342b8da70de92dab8699
	SHA256	3ac55198b0deedf8cdc818d76466b3600fe03edccc57af7a4e2dcaac053089a4
	CRC32	05c52122
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename powrprof.dll

System Windows 7

File size 145408 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	08dfdbd2fd4ea951dc46b1c7661ed35a
	SHA1	317f2f826bc02d9d8f59a1dd30f0dff89734e942
	SHA256	d926530c659ddaf80770663f46f1efd94ffb4aab475c4e3367cb531af4a734e1
	CRC32	81339441
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename powrprof.dll

System Windows 7

File size 167424 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	716175021bda290504ce434273f666bc
	SHA1	4f00fbf4e9a88fae9e6682989032831b3d2eba86
	SHA256	fa18ca2d8a5f4335e051e2933147d3c1e7308f7d446e2aeb6596cdef6e2afc88
	CRC32	6e47f625
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename powrprof.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 123392 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	7823a58bf0fe3caaa555c12b5cf91290
	SHA1	57cea6b26961841878310dfb7b93aaf10ad83491
	SHA256	873435fbe8fab30a6a50e0924c0d9ab24f0f03938e1f1959d68cb00192559766
	CRC32	215742fa
	Example file location	---

Filename powrprof.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 98816 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	9a7f4b2edacd11444d048aa19cbb26af
	SHA1	0bab5788ae64b69c126bd4d01ab2ccaf90900fea
	SHA256	2cc3632d39484c959855b8a27dded12a44765d7723ccf150e9f8b70015f1aa2e
	CRC32	d077855e
	Example file location	---

Filename powrprof.dll

System Windows XP

File size 17408 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	50a166237a0fa771261275a405646cc0
	SHA1	a7d14f0da81b0f10c748936af8c3e93566f92ae5
	SHA256	cfa9b2c8cdcdb56c27b89593a106aae211e24d8ea433129a6e9bd2fbf39ab5bb
	CRC32	09c650c3
	Example file location	---