rtmcodecs.dll Informations - Download and Fix

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

rtmcodecs.dll file Microsoft Real Time Media Codec Library. 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 rtmcodecs.dll related errors on your device. You can also download rtmcodecs.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 10, Windows 10 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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Fix rtmcodecs.dll errors

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

4.1 List of rtmcodecs.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	rtmcodecs.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Microsoft Real Time Media Codec Library

Software
Program	Microsoft Lync Server 2013
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 rtmcodecs.dll file related problems

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

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

rtmcodecs.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\

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

System Windows 10

File size 837264 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	57f32b32cc91406cbaedffd880e33ca9
	SHA1	8a35b6405a44fa5356c78a9a5ccf5300e68c9476
	SHA256	cb6ff22bf3379618fba2097dda219b881cc9ecef2850631e3fb7ee2dca4fcdc0
	CRC32	f7724bfe
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rtmcodecs.dll

System Windows 10

File size 2802832 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	61258d0d74611ad9bad6641f43f61060
	SHA1	b8217bb71277219db0ee03798fff1f72ff8197a8
	SHA256	c2b4f4c7711c143712c32647fe3c2fc836141413fba2d328e569e85433c948b2
	CRC32	173ac418
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename rtmcodecs.dll

System Windows 10

File size 3866808 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	36d28bfd7e590399ad63614ee4ecf98a
	SHA1	87cf501747a98ff699580979735caca7d3d65519
	SHA256	876b115d26ffb3e3c1f47aa5e92058f95b78d44c76d770218ac2c83f814cd6ae
	CRC32	583d6253
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\