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

rpcss.dll file Distributed COM Services. 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 rpcss.dll related errors on your device. You can also download rpcss.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, 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 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 rpcss.dll

4.1 List of rpcss.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	rpcss.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Distributed COM Services

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 rpcss.dll file related problems

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

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

rpcss.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of rpcss.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 Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows XP: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 936448 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	edbb1db3864c0fbf54bf8f05b1519fd3
	SHA1	ed1ec3f42e996cf6f090ccc33850857f0023b713
	SHA256	edc67a72995c74b0d32c3b596cd13440deabc2ae5834e920ec783fcd88fd5b47
	CRC32	5c7afe1d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rpcss.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 643072 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	e5d48e15a7d92bd0411a66abd39e0d4e
	SHA1	c0447dedd8531e2d41d933512a7fcabad7e0e78f
	SHA256	1cc33fd7446ca7ad99927dec7cef00cda2a787ba4fc090ac2f3f094f433dd2b9
	CRC32	157e1e3f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rpcss.dll

System Windows 8

File size 656384 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	bcd3562acb27b8137bf809f61ba44e80
	SHA1	0d44625c8fe789a9d2f37db3e60fbb9c4c708d5a
	SHA256	3be2617996696ad8a2402c0767e55ce53ef48b4234660c9948e153b5acbe98c7
	CRC32	6e7d26c1
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rpcss.dll

System Windows 7

File size 512000 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	5c627d1b1138676c0a7ab2c2c190d123
	SHA1	fa5606ea6e74a35204d4ebf1e5be0e8662cd9b91
	SHA256	c5003f2c912c5ca990e634818d3b4fd72f871900af2948bd6c4d6400b354b401
	CRC32	c5721455
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rpcss.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 719872 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	cf8b9a3a5e7dc57724a89d0c3e8cf9ef
	SHA1	0fde65bd3e4e6752e44f7656859e5a74a9d5ec1f
	SHA256	3be4b8ee22fa55d3a17d3718781c8bca631c78f7928092561f6b79bb60e7d7fe
	CRC32	83600031
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rpcss.dll

System Windows XP

File size 399360 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	2589fe6015a316c0f5d5112b4da7b509
	SHA1	cbd75c899ea6a64087b48da00bab49dbdfb53a9e
	SHA256	2753785ba07a1a7a25e275332f5f9f403f6e8cbf396fd0905d6ba84b98c403a6
	CRC32	a8ed43b4
	Example file location	---