vss_ps.dll Informations - Download and Fix

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

vss_ps.dll file MicrosoftÂ® Volume Shadow Copy Service proxy/stub. 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 vss_ps.dll related errors on your device. You can also download vss_ps.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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

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 vss_ps.dll

4.1 List of vss_ps.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	vss_ps.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	MicrosoftÂ® Volume Shadow Copy Service proxy/stub

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 vss_ps.dll file related problems

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

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

vss_ps.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of vss_ps.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 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 29184 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	962775ca96fd2fd83fbc2237dd34994d
	SHA1	d6d0553d147bbe458466a37cf8b7a2471760a918
	SHA256	75592e8555c8e9aadc03aa374eec1dfb6f7ecb9144c293c00d19246899b95e18
	CRC32	e8dc50c4
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vss_ps.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 28160 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	0f781a84bf9508997e2d50733b4e2cbc
	SHA1	676ba53125832a9f3d4b1df85ac35758e8cf1a3a
	SHA256	c7fd9b0e3df55a3a2e1692111e53a316064aed472290a86b9d51781a2a55b8ae
	CRC32	a41b16ae
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vss_ps.dll

System Windows 8

File size 25600 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	5a18d8d0e66403f93c7c6d2d92569fa8
	SHA1	cb4e4d676f6dd182166ff32b62ac0fbc273591ed
	SHA256	7dced65a0223f9842ffc21042551a22e6f424f7c07ae8699c8f135885323d52c
	CRC32	99682f9d
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vss_ps.dll

System Windows 7

File size 61952 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	4d85b1b44dc19c0c46e6dde35895fd0f
	SHA1	eb7b110176d5616be59540701939d153769955be
	SHA256	bb711de8d59c4ad52858f7c39a77ce5439b92f78779fdf85bd445fb9c359c642
	CRC32	733e1044
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vss_ps.dll

System Windows 7

File size 26112 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	5a8bf4e8810541c23f4067536fb48ca3
	SHA1	13f1cc45cc45d7c29571ce2aee27a1f0e7bb9650
	SHA256	1bd73230a2cf67f86f09340182fde0276c94aa210855c15c1f45931f0a85c1c7
	CRC32	9051c978
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vss_ps.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 60416 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	71c53455c533e3dd8a93466b123ddb39
	SHA1	31a90313b8c5e060b99123ae295d9271874b467b
	SHA256	52f154a7a6b506a01faa3cb22108032ca4f36eb0d9f118dac0381511d6b17471
	CRC32	1b8acb4e
	Example file location	---

Filename vss_ps.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 26112 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	af25ecaa3d7f85dc13e348a6f79ad40d
	SHA1	f5b980bdd06df27559d403b331740c92f51689e3
	SHA256	ac7b4a21a7b344dbbf850f2ace29002c1543078a841583ad0271ea87a04e4766
	CRC32	500cdefc
	Example file location	---

Filename vss_ps.dll

System Windows XP

File size 16896 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	cc01c7628f58fa48224b2d537a91d822
	SHA1	fa96a42c05e19191af15dc00b8a284cf2ff03838
	SHA256	100f402220e371df7ab483d858dfbea205bd73582ae25756447e035268b54314
	CRC32	20b89a4f
	Example file location	---