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qoswmi.dll Troubleshoot and Download

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

qoswmi.dll file Network QoS WMI Module. 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 qoswmi.dll related errors on your device. You can also download qoswmi.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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

File info

General information
Filename qoswmi.dll
File extension DLL
Description Network QoS WMI Module
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.)
qoswmi.dll

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

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

qoswmi.dll

Error

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

OK

Problems related to qoswmi.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 qoswmi.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.

qoswmi.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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with qoswmi.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.

Windows Update

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to qoswmi.dll file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. 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 qoswmi.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

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 qoswmi.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the qoswmi.dll file with properly working version. To use the tool:

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "cmd" in the search field
  3. Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
  4. Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
  5. Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the qoswmi.dll file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "System Restore" in the search field
  3. Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
  4. The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
  5. After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the qoswmi.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 qoswmi.dll file

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of qoswmi.dll file example directory paths.

  • Windows 10: C:\WINDOWS\system32\wbem\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\WINDOWS\system32\wbem\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\WINDOWS\system32\wbem\

If the steps did not solve your qoswmi.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 qoswmi.dll
System Windows 10
File size 84992 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 cf6c66a680a05f182a98a738fc0d25c8
SHA1 ff8d5f0484faf7b04ed6260a8245c47e358ff498
SHA256 bfa2436e1ad25c26320542cd785c5d79c6c31e953f7a75f9e26d11ca73ad68ee
CRC32 60d1e09b
Example file location C:\WINDOWS\system32\wbem\
Filename qoswmi.dll
System Windows 8.1
File size 84992 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 ef945dce462aa92da5719720b0ca0e9e
SHA1 40f0b9c4d723a70b9d39bd0e05bb926339b09eee
SHA256 2f3b25e9c578d24a819d12fdb577599207d3d51257221373bdc5728184e2d53d
CRC32 f646b46b
Example file location C:\WINDOWS\system32\wbem\
Filename qoswmi.dll
System Windows 8
File size 82944 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 68df54f04335f313af9dec9f8a146096
SHA1 2954d5cbcf410e90dcb805f62f6b2d8afcf37677
SHA256 cb5f68e1668ea6aad669f2c48132952b2d3b0249070b7406644f673eff21248d
CRC32 3be86395
Example file location 1: C:\WINDOWS\system32\wbem\