How to Download and Fix rpcnsh.dll?

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

rpcnsh.dll file RPC Netshell Helper. 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 rpcnsh.dll related errors on your device. You can also download rpcnsh.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista 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

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 rpcnsh.dll

4.1 List of rpcnsh.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	rpcnsh.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	RPC Netshell Helper

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 rpcnsh.dll file related problems

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

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

rpcnsh.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of rpcnsh.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: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 28160 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	dd4dd0b8573b7719c277ec147d2cb55f
	SHA1	4999985659f03397ea2e2c1e50d0a46a63cf201e
	SHA256	8482f42def04edf09e215dc8dd35ae65e00443f5fe0cd4f66ed197df51cb03b1
	CRC32	75628d4e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rpcnsh.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 27648 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	0e94f0f314b56f78b477d174bdfe74f1
	SHA1	858de782510d7732d69cf9eb9f664b0a2acee4dc
	SHA256	ac35163c7193d79dc73ae2852919465257b79c752219bc17470dbf7fcc749e5b
	CRC32	25748937
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rpcnsh.dll

System Windows 8

File size 27648 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	2d58556801e696c414a5acece0068f5b
	SHA1	446e18cfe913d59db49178f20d4ae4acd2bcf3a5
	SHA256	9a6e08213e123b29b325290460b75fb48cf1c4731b77f3d6501cbf9f1192cf53
	CRC32	d4f1bbd6
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rpcnsh.dll

System Windows 7

File size 27648 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	17f6993d2dd8b1196db25fdc2ecb87e2
	SHA1	746bca32cf143c09682b982fc9d9ab10bf1b57d8
	SHA256	45506506179ef04d5c8f84e56c12fd7b31cfdb368dfa9d5cc948a867e7607983
	CRC32	d4c1acf8
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename rpcnsh.dll

System Windows 7

File size 31744 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	18aad5a845eec8a0555582ed6a8b061f
	SHA1	677cedaf623724b870df15986408f7d6610f659a
	SHA256	17fa4969c5a18d5d41509e228c409d1739de9575786f361c2dbed9fb374f2f72
	CRC32	aafa6c56
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename rpcnsh.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 27648 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	45bb1885c53833f7c462d6bb0f84582c
	SHA1	4f1c3ac1dd2539b8d26dd44c6a48f88144e73539
	SHA256	5694270e5f7e768dc58c18ac4f6a2e844a12919b55f5332644386a0947a4278a
	CRC32	388828db
	Example file location	---

Filename rpcnsh.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 32256 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	887336429ea2ea8b28cbb68a192a168b
	SHA1	a5fdd9f207d9e34ae690665997714a9a8114d35d
	SHA256	6ccad71e1914a949a1c3c1246557abcc74da983302f43cbd9bd7d613a8b7ec99
	CRC32	e2113c15
	Example file location	---