Fix setupapi.dll Errors

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

setupapi.dll file Windows Setup 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 setupapi.dll related errors on your device. You can also download setupapi.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 setupapi.dll errors

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

4.1 List of setupapi.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	setupapi.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Windows Setup 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 setupapi.dll file related problems

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

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

setupapi.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 4330920 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	c311627682680927cc237431a86c9e56
	SHA1	64d8b75ea98e52c590dc89ec7cefd0d45d2fd476
	SHA256	192f7973471f0acc22ffc2e61c246bcb4875144b3a07481df233d101f69e2778
	CRC32	b89829ba
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename setupapi.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 1782912 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	e5c0ac531ce6d06f97428b2e4bd28a5d
	SHA1	9c8c190bb74db22a5e44274f398408fcab79152f
	SHA256	41372707a2ec9b9c7cdfa8ada02b8f9e5f552b5512a6fbe8b51709dac976402d
	CRC32	9d069c02
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename setupapi.dll

System Windows 8

File size 1752064 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	024b76fad711efecd6dd0fbd87265444
	SHA1	b0c43847ea7210211993792d85c691ebc2a45f12
	SHA256	6adb35650f31ad53fa5f83fe270411306b76e675862946aff26c47c9d54f6655
	CRC32	a8d33ac9
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename setupapi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 1667584 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	10fb16b50affda6d44588f3c445dc273
	SHA1	de48f69f78f95ebbb710fa31edb6cb40cba3e4c7
	SHA256	6cda17da9b44d11e69f7c6682fa633ea75731623bb21b429a0fe2086ed4495a7
	CRC32	de1b3584
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename setupapi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 1900544 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	5d8e6c95156ed1f79a63d1eade6f9ed5
	SHA1	cadd211d74385550c5e055d3312303f4d64fdebc
	SHA256	12130837d7f89a2c7e9d25747a8e5b9001e0a38d545178b49b450c23ae62664a
	CRC32	faf6fd61
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename setupapi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 1591296 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	551f51b66e5ea87a38d8197eb3bdb57a
	SHA1	ec5b9c743798e669b94ef7b2c2be88a82da4ac2d
	SHA256	2006d0418848eaa2361c26d18246d0baa646b6f25f2c0035bdc82967e9bd73f1
	CRC32	11184fde
	Example file location	---

Filename setupapi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 1925120 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	be2e23b3dd533b33338d9b3d826574da
	SHA1	1362e64205cc5ee03fb70783d748fee14be8a1c4
	SHA256	6a48a5f2dd56252d9eb31697f976bd8d2a33a61021d71676545077b13ba7726a
	CRC32	c40132b5
	Example file location	---

Filename setupapi.dll

System Windows XP

File size 985088 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	24192246760e0e64435522e246b1d6c2
	SHA1	8109df4e050264532bb5757e9da4ae12e29b800f
	SHA256	b1c5a16a73250dea900ff6ece71f604e2411b4fdfd497564beb7d867a75640bf
	CRC32	12c9ff0d
	Example file location	---