wdc.dll - Repair Issues and Download

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

wdc.dll file Performance Monitor. 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 wdc.dll related errors on your device. You can also download wdc.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 wdc.dll

4.1 List of wdc.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	wdc.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Performance Monitor

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Executable application
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common wdc.dll file related problems

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

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

wdc.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of wdc.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 wdc.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 wdc.dll

System Windows 10

File size 1300992 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	2e3112e75c91536ea0a24f1ec12c4dad
	SHA1	d1d676c7081ef0ecf29f63a6880989360d10e353
	SHA256	634e34281cef8c93926a0ccf64cba59ae5aaf0e65d923fa124f07b32f2fdad07
	CRC32	f670ac27
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wdc.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 1323008 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	bd58fa37ffc75d577b5fa57b529b2de5
	SHA1	07dd4c51f0143bb327e6c56c58730aecc87a106e
	SHA256	ca092b3f5bdd4273ff87df15e6d4f3f37dd11ac2cb4259d36e23108636f46144
	CRC32	b8fab1ab
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wdc.dll

System Windows 8

File size 1245184 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	f6917c329b92257a20fc81055c151270
	SHA1	bd233383d5951d025740a01aa37b5b4660055d62
	SHA256	149071d49b80a544610253520d052d4fe323f31c50b93f417a33b9f4a45ef10d
	CRC32	da348597
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wdc.dll

System Windows 7

File size 1363968 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	6e26ee228f60d75c732d209688fb546c
	SHA1	4a8eb48ba1a2e5af451594b754e48c034727a4b9
	SHA256	28e5f7eac9659b8d787f89ee2234aa3997ac2daea092d5a8fc40efb5b4ce532a
	CRC32	63794e13
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wdc.dll

System Windows 7

File size 1227776 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	8bcf1dce05f4494c8891f33eea450d0a
	SHA1	6de255d91d2f129630b194560ad148390cdf5be8
	SHA256	37eac5a970a63b185af5d9cef9effe35986d9eafcb0c74421f81f9f2fc865d35
	CRC32	80411aeb
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wdc.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 1020928 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	1959e5aaee0d988c10f19cec7dff2242
	SHA1	134a38c594db728e78e959342f82faf991630eea
	SHA256	751d8a5fa875edd321e4d1ca9aafc3c8bd794594d0f96ae201f36e7e86aa23a3
	CRC32	baf632cb
	Example file location	---

Filename wdc.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 1234432 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	832726defa39bba2d34c9e20cea471c0
	SHA1	87279b4a167a31e5dd724ccc9b76ab6191da4b8c
	SHA256	c4bcd79e6b6dcb1464c3344050cc0f95a3eb0a75f52d8b0ae52931879b5842ce
	CRC32	d4446687
	Example file location	---