Troubleshoot slcext.dll Errors and Download File

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

slcext.dll file Software Licensing Client Extension 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 slcext.dll related errors on your device. You can also download slcext.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 slcext.dll

4.1 List of slcext.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	slcext.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Software Licensing Client Extension 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 slcext.dll file related problems

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

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

slcext.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 19456 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	42085d48b121128679fa83b7d4d1948e
	SHA1	86f74a181868f3cf30015a083a28ed1b98f32b84
	SHA256	e5d531b5aa9bbdc395e8500f85eff1883e1539635510904979f58f30b22e3778
	CRC32	c10d54b0
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename slcext.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 19456 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	a27e9143925024b74062210b8073a4c3
	SHA1	d6d06eb783861cb5140ee4bbfd43dd13ff040796
	SHA256	d1da0d819db49483f09351c437b0055c6675e8d2ae3fe555748d2f411b24f71d
	CRC32	6e730475
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename slcext.dll

System Windows 8

File size 17920 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	9fed495502756ecdf332047358228ceb
	SHA1	fce02eb34c358d1701fdc319bfd1f2a4ee555c15
	SHA256	0951e49c3c40f7948d16c40185c8c163bc513dcce9216036833447f9c816fc77
	CRC32	bae1c446
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename slcext.dll

System Windows 7

File size 16384 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	0b4f5f5982e277f39ca6e1548f6b0d53
	SHA1	63289b2ace23e19c53c10e97c8a64168bf3813e6
	SHA256	0560d0f03ff7edf399a4fe766d23c5a3df3b611677e4e68a096f78af9b6db5f6
	CRC32	f8414560
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename slcext.dll

System Windows 7

File size 18432 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	9e0ff5ddd8b908da5611445c35d6cd24
	SHA1	bae5040d56c30ee4a235449bdba7da726131a9c2
	SHA256	2ba7edfe35ea4cae6a920541566f0a8359c223f055183710d549e2ea83166790
	CRC32	b35599d4
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename slcext.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 710144 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	110967bbd4d778fc0bb04fc9daefcb44
	SHA1	587428abfa86c96d3158b02957d7663543788dd5
	SHA256	f35d3c01dca00a8f9e76d4283f2a1d8f3dc3ba3cc828b8b573abf94490ea6837
	CRC32	cfa71153
	Example file location	---

Filename slcext.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 1081344 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	1d40a5268c1517bc445ba0053584c4aa
	SHA1	0719878353fae24b0a2f86118fc6b8c997912f88
	SHA256	800c31019dea0d4edc2f1f82d855b4d6abc2ac92152e5cb474e314c1060f5787
	CRC32	1adcabe3
	Example file location	---