vsswmi.dll - How to Fix? Download Now

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

vsswmi.dll file WMI Provider for VSS. 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 vsswmi.dll related errors on your device. You can also download vsswmi.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

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 vsswmi.dll

4.1 List of vsswmi.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	vsswmi.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	WMI Provider for VSS

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 vsswmi.dll file related problems

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

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

vsswmi.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\WINDOWS\system32\wbem\
Windows 8.1: C:\WINDOWS\system32\wbem\
Windows 8: 1: C:\WINDOWS\system32\wbem\
Windows 7: C:\WINDOWS\system32\wbem\
Windows 7: C:\WINDOWS\system32\wbem\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 114176 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	6b4ad6782dd1a380357f2f1f10990c2c
	SHA1	8ea75fbec1ee6d8f201d76fb9486fc883eee87f4
	SHA256	829db5183cb64f98e02015efe2fc5c0cb335c0942eff06b76e53c0e3b27f5f36
	CRC32	c007927d
	Example file location	C:\WINDOWS\system32\wbem\

Filename vsswmi.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 117760 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	5c23254ea34c8692cf9969a3a686cc81
	SHA1	f781a5f352a34d40187c5a0719cfec61de92756d
	SHA256	edad728e16afcfd8bbee828fb88b5e355fe741294cc5ca24e03bb97888340947
	CRC32	6f7ccdeb
	Example file location	C:\WINDOWS\system32\wbem\

Filename vsswmi.dll

System Windows 8

File size 121856 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	85579b389dd01b12681da639f1889cfc
	SHA1	0743fbca88eb6f8d846d8fdec93fe174556f7f6f
	SHA256	d635c97fd7d508b067a0cde517483c6ed3e95e022288167eb7cc45a10d8c7063
	CRC32	3968e28d
	Example file location	1: C:\WINDOWS\system32\wbem\

Filename vsswmi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 190976 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	31ac924f752f8235df16772132bdc516
	SHA1	f03041f195836ef9e42b6e29ed6decb433bcd3d9
	SHA256	00544d12a6090fbfaf4591dcae4e6cbbe681f1d77a756c3332766e5dd41544ea
	CRC32	57a50c12
	Example file location	C:\WINDOWS\system32\wbem\

Filename vsswmi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 113664 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	8e8293947069a156a157d7bfc05ccc7c
	SHA1	40adb0b9a45fbf547ca338a8690acea246047376
	SHA256	16e8b80fba6cee4336c3932ed035ec4fe614ff2803a9566c17028d2deca1f185
	CRC32	310fea55
	Example file location	C:\WINDOWS\system32\wbem\

Filename vsswmi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 253952 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	21b1135499d73a9adc5ab197ddaa16ad
	SHA1	25ad9b81c5deeb7e98d01c7125a6a2092177656e
	SHA256	fe7c7fab867e577ed9acc61b6abe88c7c7bdbab711414337fd9ab0cae7befe39
	CRC32	1928b1b5
	Example file location	---

Filename vsswmi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 135168 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	ed7ac49ae54279c36101712e64044138
	SHA1	9546d2c52cc01c1b81c985409039837a4b807967
	SHA256	00ab8bc9ecf21f20cb284d25e28f0498dfdf189cad2a95449df99ccb3b612e55
	CRC32	33231169
	Example file location	---