Fix vpnikeapi.dll Errors

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

vpnikeapi.dll file VPN IKE API's. 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 vpnikeapi.dll related errors on your device. You can also download vpnikeapi.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7

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Fix vpnikeapi.dll errors

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

4.1 List of vpnikeapi.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	vpnikeapi.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	VPN IKE API's

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 vpnikeapi.dll file related problems

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

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

vpnikeapi.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of vpnikeapi.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\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

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

System Windows 10

File size 44032 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	8c2db7b3b1c0d7c1803814957eb6fb79
	SHA1	301639deda360e5e72a14eb74d9aaf035683fe83
	SHA256	9339f18a76ec12a157089f24080caab37d3aa859e9962f9e387a267265771fc7
	CRC32	947e7ddc
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vpnikeapi.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 28160 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	6996c8f483f810884ac664f351ebde59
	SHA1	ea8878bfe231fb521c9a817e30bc17ed1a4fedd9
	SHA256	1a4a7b2d793e907adedf7a9f1fd18352d3ace8e13ba449cc0bbed687b57d15bb
	CRC32	da303f3f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vpnikeapi.dll

System Windows 8

File size 29184 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	401efcf4eba3b740f37239f432509b00
	SHA1	f0a4c543ab0efedf7652acb20fa682023ac684e6
	SHA256	d976d4093d76fcb549ff975353cfb1d38aba1b9534ab75e1e8169bd83aa93db0
	CRC32	a0e69045
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vpnikeapi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 25600 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	5845b1c54380fb980f68024b3a8b1e66
	SHA1	46061f55a32c9030d7dffea5708fe3ba692687b2
	SHA256	a7215d59b5c452f1494cfec0dfc1e4abe2d17ea0e1d07fba062901bc3ded21af
	CRC32	73de380e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename vpnikeapi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 38912 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	77b5035bc6edf4d1b6265391aecee4c0
	SHA1	52a88e380c5bc0c5cdf7c477e1fa05f947278478
	SHA256	fe69b715f04446bd42af1b672e6ac54e954cfe0c847bfd2056cb11cf017b1844
	CRC32	daffee4e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\