How to Download and Fix rnr20.dll?

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing rnr20.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 rnr20.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

rnr20.dll file Windows Socket2 NameSpace 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 rnr20.dll related errors on your device. You can also download rnr20.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 rnr20.dll

4.1 List of rnr20.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	rnr20.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Windows Socket2 NameSpace 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 rnr20.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to rnr20.dll file. rnr20.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 rnr20.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

rnr20.dll is corrupted
rnr20.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - rnr20.dll
rnr20.dll file error
rnr20.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register rnr20.dll file:
rnr20.dll file could not be loaded
rnr20.dll file doesn't exist

rnr20.dll

Application could not be started because rnr20.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to rnr20.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 rnr20.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 rnr20.dll errors in just few steps?

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

rnr20.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 rnr20.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 rnr20.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 rnr20.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 rnr20.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the rnr20.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 rnr20.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 rnr20.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 rnr20.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace rnr20.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 rnr20.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of rnr20.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 rnr20.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 rnr20.dll

System Windows 10

File size 2048 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	23933c0457c6a93c1a871e0c7d62f5e0
	SHA1	ba0376aba093f33b17366d238ed89ab1967ee04f
	SHA256	b7990e4372b2b86c2fcf0b214c7a0872236ec2b190a1647782f1f72696746673
	CRC32	474b8b09
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rnr20.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 2560 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	6ad377a95384d6214feb016f9a70169f
	SHA1	6b2a5596785558bf205469d99d6fab499413db61
	SHA256	c9408516f0703a832481ac22c3fb99a3e83a46b725268d42f6f245f6ce290870
	CRC32	9307b179
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rnr20.dll

System Windows 8

File size 2560 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	804caa79b6ba61807aad46210c17d9c7
	SHA1	393f64031585dceb7509f25f56d0117b03a43a7d
	SHA256	218d2d5cbdb40b2b8a3bf67ef4c0a84de69b420f81b95997f47c77fa58cbc7ca
	CRC32	cca7ad53
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rnr20.dll

System Windows 7

File size 2560 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	58a3142b73e88052f4a367e20f6cea1f
	SHA1	fee587bbc790ea599fac80c5d9c0303947488d89
	SHA256	9b49bd1cb73fce75865ca8094be92672ebccb920a83e60d51786f8f924a88bec
	CRC32	255cc335
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rnr20.dll

System Windows 7

File size 2560 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	d1d39debbe05b9e50c5aeb3ded2dd295
	SHA1	5901adc27e968dc5a6c47ef29a129de7b5440401
	SHA256	137163501a6155c26fa35a9982a807cdd52f6fd65b75d47b930449a17062ade7
	CRC32	d4bc4858
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rnr20.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 2560 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	2a565b440ca3287f98f00b159becbb0f
	SHA1	8593fdc259c07cf5021c6376b8aa5fdc9b7d49e0
	SHA256	6cf78c1511bb6f594d6c78fec7bb5ffafe3eb52540ec9af91f80cc2b4a5fcdc6
	CRC32	86969a82
	Example file location	---

Filename rnr20.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 3072 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	af664985407aaee6471e4d39c42121a0
	SHA1	7823eef1932a3114ced3685de2f24991feb4f82c
	SHA256	708b506f7b17d13452d49d8c59c02d7d59021f3c2e6be053dd3482e47df36579
	CRC32	2a79b6cf
	Example file location	---

Filename rnr20.dll

System Windows XP

File size 3072 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	9aea4dd54f59a0dc59ac2f1dc4e087d7
	SHA1	62c548c9e966bd334dbe5c48b79f743e180ba1e4
	SHA256	9f8d4b7334caeee396806e9cff6f5852bcbb5da2cc16e48429da5dd128f62788
	CRC32	357c33ec
	Example file location	---