How to Repair smbwmiv2.dll? Download Now

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing smbwmiv2.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 smbwmiv2.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

smbwmiv2.dll file WMIv2 Provider for SMB File Server/Client. 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 smbwmiv2.dll related errors on your device. You can also download smbwmiv2.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8

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Fix smbwmiv2.dll errors

1 Information about smbwmiv2.dll file
2 Errors related to smbwmiv2.dll file
3 How to fix smbwmiv2.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 smbwmiv2.dll

4.1 List of smbwmiv2.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	smbwmiv2.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	WMIv2 Provider for SMB File Server/Client

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 smbwmiv2.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to smbwmiv2.dll file. smbwmiv2.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 smbwmiv2.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

smbwmiv2.dll is corrupted
smbwmiv2.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - smbwmiv2.dll
smbwmiv2.dll file error
smbwmiv2.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register smbwmiv2.dll file:
smbwmiv2.dll file could not be loaded
smbwmiv2.dll file doesn't exist

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Application could not be started because smbwmiv2.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to smbwmiv2.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 smbwmiv2.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 smbwmiv2.dll errors in just few steps?

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

smbwmiv2.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 smbwmiv2.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 smbwmiv2.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 smbwmiv2.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 smbwmiv2.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the smbwmiv2.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 smbwmiv2.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 smbwmiv2.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 smbwmiv2.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace smbwmiv2.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 smbwmiv2.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of smbwmiv2.dll file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\

If the steps did not solve your smbwmiv2.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 smbwmiv2.dll

System Windows 10

File size 167424 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	c55cc804560c4ea6ab62ba3bb90c755b
	SHA1	2750eeddd94a9a7f2214bf9ba2fcbcdfa3bc9867
	SHA256	9041918020ec690c1cd230588e12595372623476ee1c82d0a83c1509638af09f
	CRC32	6127218a
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename smbwmiv2.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 166912 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	06800b37758eda2280bd2251bfd0df3f
	SHA1	5425976b98312594663e20695549b80ad3dda4b3
	SHA256	f05242c5cfca86566145c20d24e33a8e4d9f8c42364b4ba613c9eca403eeb6d7
	CRC32	11d2d2ee
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename smbwmiv2.dll

System Windows 8

File size 156160 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	599ea505a04cec6293532187e04b2ed5
	SHA1	4aecd07c00e578a3f5fc9af1401cd7c086205fe8
	SHA256	f402cba7756546b24fde8a9264e2904a1d6ec385ea125e92fcb5edb93be9ce6b
	CRC32	9ad4f150
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\