Fix vdmredir.dll Errors

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

vdmredir.dll file Dynamic Link Library. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Windows software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of vdmredir.dll related errors on your device. You can also download vdmredir.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows XP

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Fix vdmredir.dll errors

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

4.1 List of vdmredir.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	vdmredir.dll
File extension	DLL
Type	Dynamic Link Library
Description	Dynamic Link Library

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	8960
Oldest file	2008-04-14
MIME type	application/octet-stream

Most common vdmredir.dll file related problems

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

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

vdmredir.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows XP: C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\

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

System Windows 10

File size 8960 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	9a355b75137e8a5f3c384c999cc6dbbc
	SHA1	2be21636f3c2899f1217c289351b106118a5e197
	SHA256	126a00e34a6516c0d382a221071ab4084031c2a89ccb6144cab960ce1f86ee2c
	CRC32	2b4e36e7
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vdmredir.dll

System Windows 8

File size 19968 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	f4be6ab04057c0ea68e078a1e5004174
	SHA1	f3af557bbc6d3d12961de2efbcb82c2c5d2d5778
	SHA256	5e16de3c1fe841b8a374c86732e115a8f99d0f46869e31847632c20fe1053b9f
	CRC32	3213c8dc
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vdmredir.dll

System Windows XP

File size 51712 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	fb60471a0fffd621f1cfb0a32067a0e6
	SHA1	d9f4996a9264595241af01f6b920ca8733773dbc
	SHA256	4b1ed93d7ec31f385e2baa1466b20e26d754ab52b4988c56f18418dfb8b0dc67
	CRC32	3a42d2d1
	Example file location	C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\