How to Download and Fix wcmapi.dll?

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

wcmapi.dll file Windows Connection Manager Client API. 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 wcmapi.dll related errors on your device. You can also download wcmapi.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8

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 wcmapi.dll

4.1 List of wcmapi.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	wcmapi.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Windows Connection Manager Client API

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 wcmapi.dll file related problems

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

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

wcmapi.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\

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

System Windows 10

File size 105984 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	1e5509043e029e5160d43412c052b024
	SHA1	9bd2b719abba36baea50a741234650a94195d306
	SHA256	b84ac2642cdf5f049e38a9dedbcdaf27ac9dd75770d8dbbb6861a8c88c34d3e2
	CRC32	c5e4402e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wcmapi.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 27648 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	662e9d94ab3564323f0e4db21ecc1212
	SHA1	d3a89def95673735715f076d9b2b40d99bfe57cf
	SHA256	7f160accf597efb2fce7b4940690cc4be0c14c8a81a8811023794dc7b169bc2a
	CRC32	83454bb2
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wcmapi.dll

System Windows 8

File size 22528 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	64c6081bf64952007d7250c59b9e1922
	SHA1	dbb25c0e01105339b104a2dd08fcfc992fedad4f
	SHA256	6ba131db17769faacfad6ace466e0b880f94b34e67a64a3f4fa267d72dc32557
	CRC32	ae61b9c5
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\