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srmshell.dll Troubleshoot and Download

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

srmshell.dll file Microsoft® File Server Resource Management Shell Extension. 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 srmshell.dll related errors on your device. You can also download srmshell.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 srmshell.dll
File extension DLL
Description Microsoft® File Server Resource Management Shell Extension
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.)
srmshell.dll

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

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

srmshell.dll

Error

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

OK

Problems related to srmshell.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 srmshell.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.

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of srmshell.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 srmshell.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 srmshell.dll
System Windows 10
File size 124416 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 0491525ad12a570abece56f40300d1c9
SHA1 c1dc66d3db4a4dd46fae47085c9f2f1c47d33437
SHA256 5e8bf36949b5e78f73175f3039a4914749c47bc26301eb6aa3af88c6818c5f7f
CRC32 b2bd8749
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename srmshell.dll
System Windows 8.1
File size 130560 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 d28c93fd183002ea4bac7e0ab06dd9d6
SHA1 bde37073c7eae24eb8c9a58575b793e05a29f91b
SHA256 91954ee8a58f7b937f1a11a7853431cce2eaf3ded48ad4ffad0b5d4053512970
CRC32 82bcf659
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename srmshell.dll
System Windows 8
File size 128000 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 0fb1adec07fd5d1cdaf543e01920e1ec
SHA1 2eb437e245cb2cdf9dd7237d91482147dc7bbb1e
SHA256 fa179dbabd692a7f07d51acd124a6f8abf40097dd536b15b4711df5682788e78
CRC32 71dc55f0
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\