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srm.dll Informations - Download and Fix

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

srm.dll file Microsoft® File Server Resource Manager Common 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 srm.dll related errors on your device. You can also download srm.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8

File info

General information
Filename srm.dll
File extension DLL
Description Microsoft® File Server Resource Manager Common Library
Software
Program Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author Microsoft Corporation
Details
MIME type application/octet-stream
File type Executable application
System Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set Unicode
Language cod English (U.S.)
srm.dll

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

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

srm.dll

Error

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

OK

Problems related to srm.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 srm.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.

srm.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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with srm.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.

Windows Update

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to srm.dll file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. 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 srm.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

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 srm.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the srm.dll file with properly working version. To use the tool:

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "cmd" in the search field
  3. Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
  4. Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
  5. Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the srm.dll file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "System Restore" in the search field
  3. Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
  4. The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
  5. After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the srm.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 srm.dll file

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of srm.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 srm.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 srm.dll
System Windows 10
File size 279040 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 fbd3675d871ca3848c292d56e113d684
SHA1 79b18ac900db59ec7906adf2e3e886192732d983
SHA256 bd83665b4664521955a8608309393fd0a4455bc3183ff564f25f62ac42529029
CRC32 799904a2
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename srm.dll
System Windows 8.1
File size 278528 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 a2eac20fbd5b32b870b05aaf43d3095a
SHA1 7d9918e8acc937d599be68e0fdb8ee52d6fb9a32
SHA256 8527769f1fb135d10613dd4e94383408fb371047a5715b1e86793e9bd0147fd4
CRC32 4fa12510
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename srm.dll
System Windows 8
File size 278528 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 ba1021f78f051fb52d1cebe5b07ac010
SHA1 63ed86d50b5ad83a8cd29e3258e28c23959490e6
SHA256 73d46a027096edaeebaec819698e2e6d6313177bc36f310ede126f4457625856
CRC32 90bb8f25
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\