vdsutil.dll Informations - Download and Fix

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

vdsutil.dll file Virtual Disk Service Utility 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 vdsutil.dll related errors on your device. You can also download vdsutil.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, 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 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 vdsutil.dll

4.1 List of vdsutil.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	vdsutil.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Virtual Disk Service Utility Library

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 vdsutil.dll file related problems

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

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

vdsutil.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of vdsutil.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\System32\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\

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

System Windows 10

File size 111616 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	6060a6a1e3aa4ec5412afdb4c845e72d
	SHA1	a4cbb8dbb477c3b9d14f7f30b8a677cf89a66043
	SHA256	5bcd3da2e7bad622ac856c64889377fe636a8b3f8aae4801bce08c560af59ac1
	CRC32	9f0854b2
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vdsutil.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 115200 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	1e3d96eb606bbb708e193c3b9e26811b
	SHA1	ac4f833b5d3154dfa525413104141deb670f884b
	SHA256	b9129a69b89233617f2aa9a343427f9de3ceed8bb23f1c3e67da5157e7bc4aef
	CRC32	b80e45ce
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vdsutil.dll

System Windows 8

File size 157696 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	577ef9d06c47950138b59a48acae944d
	SHA1	ce6238739937ef86d44fc320f497d381a1ffa1fd
	SHA256	9f9818a01d74e29f182a3baeaa1d54e55d74a4718f57a13c488bca9c91724f5d
	CRC32	e4f0067d
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vdsutil.dll

System Windows 7

File size 185856 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	b6f9b45112e56992ef3efa369fb7f047
	SHA1	50f63be81758aebe5b7bec42da37e1b5f438c3d0
	SHA256	a046a5c464efe899193a3ec177742accc874e83827df12627778f7ab4239be37
	CRC32	912d1007
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vdsutil.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 157696 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	220349d1d90ee438ad031ebef5f6d7a3
	SHA1	fa636a1a48a171fcf4c09ad2c41c887466b22f81
	SHA256	26a84b87e516a3f366205450d975438ad7c94768100045b3c772c23aa967b261
	CRC32	dcd6fff8
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vdsutil.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 128000 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	fe7742c93f6904a9b08bc6749c039ce9
	SHA1	acc623de936925e94703dfeb42bc496511eb0434
	SHA256	1852fe44ba96fd3a7c4f2d5d97207fc2aef83159ae1a0a4f3fe61af11c99ae07
	CRC32	e50676a0
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\