Download and Fix vsstrace.dll

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

vsstrace.dll file MicrosoftÂ® Volume Shadow Copy Service Tracing 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 vsstrace.dll related errors on your device. You can also download vsstrace.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, 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 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista

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Fix vsstrace.dll errors

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

4.1 List of vsstrace.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	vsstrace.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	MicrosoftÂ® Volume Shadow Copy Service Tracing 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 vsstrace.dll file related problems

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

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

vsstrace.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of vsstrace.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: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 50688 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	c0aeb38b767c408b38e5f62d92333414
	SHA1	9ed17a49de923ad99ddbd7d8ef937479ef257511
	SHA256	bf9a1eca52e7d4d7e8f06cf36f6193598cfbdafe973e731bcd2c40c42c0b7fa8
	CRC32	ca9d35e5
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vsstrace.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 55296 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	cc8dd7f987d8ca885f4b74f117859ea4
	SHA1	893e16b6fe76dce0913628614b157e9aa23b463e
	SHA256	ad16cb0a841644868cad49cddaa663696f2cb5eb986a2136886797630a0d2876
	CRC32	821e6150
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vsstrace.dll

System Windows 8

File size 52224 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	e9f7bf5c4d7ad4703523f55b24dc4764
	SHA1	68e2189947c5f8ce5fcff36dae2785eec46693df
	SHA256	aeb44ba1dc4b0430190fda064b4c49d2e39a22250bff981ea2dbdfb93f8e0fa6
	CRC32	eaa284f2
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vsstrace.dll

System Windows 7

File size 76800 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	287923557447d7e4bdd7e65b1f0f5428
	SHA1	3e53433e756919890e7e3a6679e31be6b5df21e4
	SHA256	14d85a0f036f28d77aa9723c3d7e8c4da9bdff8a1ad9bea6fe5756dbf5d00f08
	CRC32	3753b3e1
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vsstrace.dll

System Windows 7

File size 56320 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	b940289c83121046bd6a60acc6028593
	SHA1	5f923ed2276d55c9d06068b1ad05f6d0a81cba60
	SHA256	ebd1c2c0a8ebb201924536ab5c6e032c12b9e081a153cc079748e1d6d625f0df
	CRC32	6b9ccea4
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename vsstrace.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 69120 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	dc3ae9f1554dcd97f90983ddbdacd83d
	SHA1	5e421616229c3b3c781073aacf2b6b4ceba1c49e
	SHA256	9d3b4e273fdda77b5b8a258525fa44616c184e58ce1312b47512aaad5915e073
	CRC32	8c610d22
	Example file location	---

Filename vsstrace.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 92160 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	e8aecb69b2057eb308be15a77af2489e
	SHA1	8b1e9530f23494dd2e46607755939f7f30612640
	SHA256	970e3c5b03b6179fb503228a932abaec542a34a87a4ce0f5ada82eb5fa436e4e
	CRC32	8986dee1
	Example file location	---