rasapi32.dll Troubleshoot and Download

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing rasapi32.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 rasapi32.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

rasapi32.dll file Remote Access API. 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 rasapi32.dll related errors on your device. You can also download rasapi32.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 rasapi32.dll errors

1 Information about rasapi32.dll file
2 Errors related to rasapi32.dll file
3 How to fix rasapi32.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 rasapi32.dll

4.1 List of rasapi32.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	rasapi32.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Remote Access API

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 rasapi32.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to rasapi32.dll file. rasapi32.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 rasapi32.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

rasapi32.dll is corrupted
rasapi32.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - rasapi32.dll
rasapi32.dll file error
rasapi32.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register rasapi32.dll file:
rasapi32.dll file could not be loaded
rasapi32.dll file doesn't exist

rasapi32.dll

Application could not be started because rasapi32.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to rasapi32.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 rasapi32.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 rasapi32.dll errors in just few steps?

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

rasapi32.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 rasapi32.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 rasapi32.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 rasapi32.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 rasapi32.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the rasapi32.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 rasapi32.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 rasapi32.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 rasapi32.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace rasapi32.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 rasapi32.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of rasapi32.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 rasapi32.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 rasapi32.dll

System Windows 10

File size 760832 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	8eab410c5b1e133a3f6327376e1524dc
	SHA1	ef44b488856e2d400dadc4bdd28ddea896e14971
	SHA256	2699f6a6050f952073481910b025d3f677f311a3e7fc34f65900229656e5dfb6
	CRC32	caf88694
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rasapi32.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 624640 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	4484037d655d83a05303deb573736b2c
	SHA1	90b44f3fc5c46efd04b6772d8c13548bcf2b8b49
	SHA256	60251ca1dddc170924f21324fa600dcf5ae75442a339711140c6639d88df39ab
	CRC32	1f0cb95b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rasapi32.dll

System Windows 8

File size 326656 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	be47dee2f1f72b92fb5cd2bb3cf48b22
	SHA1	32714210cd624761b8da29b410596411fa8b812d
	SHA256	22da0beb04b595dd92b2e61ef874cb255890e28895a0a5f3fb83759d426f68bd
	CRC32	0a8a4a0d
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rasapi32.dll

System Windows 7

File size 384512 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	019cd868461b646e09bdf04474c19341
	SHA1	ae7267c44bd4243e1db2b0358fb4ad9d7383865c
	SHA256	01837efacb02e52bc6e90c90c4cb01b11d56e449a37ea4fc2695507ff85ea9fe
	CRC32	e12229ad
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rasapi32.dll

System Windows 7

File size 325120 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	839f96dbaafd3353e0b248a5e0bd2a51
	SHA1	dd17272f010e0bf24edd8148cd940f216d00ce7f
	SHA256	11da5ad3ea5ff4766c12b99fb520b3cbe08581ecaf1a2fd1dc5ac835ca78fac2
	CRC32	c9ade2b6
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rasapi32.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 286720 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	3cb863b78642405371cb3a71c07e2382
	SHA1	4b47f927f312f181766b2a3007a489932aa6bac6
	SHA256	571d43bbb0d0d54a7d508e9d0e70cdf5f1f3b147b4f6b15eb3d893401bb6f40f
	CRC32	2a3fe17f
	Example file location	---

Filename rasapi32.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 337408 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	a4f3f34a7146d8633fa8d346535a9caa
	SHA1	e2c76d6e9e9115e176e6bb6c573b817aa5baf7b7
	SHA256	2d01094210c0c8f611ccf1d3a6d136107c6e73abf7cc801f404b352bedbb3205
	CRC32	e3fc9253
	Example file location	---

Filename rasapi32.dll

System Windows XP

File size 237056 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	92c4f48b62b0b876194584c3ff09ccb6
	SHA1	2b764e033d62d37765392a55774c44d8d6e9414f
	SHA256	b24ff5e8d4f09b8200395b68a20a083e7ed9a29b9e9fb85f42e1a6bbb911d1c4
	CRC32	d2467e51
	Example file location	---