Download winmm.dll to Fix Errors

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

winmm.dll file MCI API DLL. 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 winmm.dll related errors on your device. You can also download winmm.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 winmm.dll

4.1 List of winmm.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	winmm.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	MCI API DLL

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 winmm.dll file related problems

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

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

winmm.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of winmm.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\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 135440 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	77b8046e9c30807421f80d10272e8059
	SHA1	f0c67e8dceac8dd050375613b6f733c8ce0b4ffc
	SHA256	6bc255f22044b7af0bad772a1b178e0c550fa7e3329bba8bc5fb6e74be26b543
	CRC32	a15f4e29
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winmm.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 136840 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	d3e5fbc4b4a87db1036c431c90694d3b
	SHA1	8ae97e8733102db8324ab4a0b1b94423a27583f8
	SHA256	3b9f2d7ae2b8bf00b7e39c572af3b41c77c93e378af4ffcfb80dead587bb8e5e
	CRC32	6f41890b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winmm.dll

System Windows 8

File size 125440 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	8e902ee869004d40f350c02c4e63b0ca
	SHA1	1cd692642dd11a085323100a59a18be99efbd81e
	SHA256	74890562563fac9c6b59405d08da21cc67ea43f7fc7f71d462fecc547b42d8db
	CRC32	dbc91ba8
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winmm.dll

System Windows 7

File size 194048 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	d5aefad57c08349a4393d987df7c715d
	SHA1	41905c387fa657d91da8a743abc04b6c11a38b52
	SHA256	c36a45bc2448df30cd17bd2f8a17fc196fafb685612cacceb22dc7b58515c201
	CRC32	d758f7fd
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename winmm.dll

System Windows 7

File size 217600 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	ef2ae43bcd46abb13fc3e5b2b1935c73
	SHA1	c53e005cd04d99331ce3114ac119256133202313
	SHA256	81fc06f306f620845d7dd8d06e706309e70bc89b589c81f3478302a3f5f73431
	CRC32	236efe46
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename winmm.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 189952 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	934511efe4461f84ca946b9c0321f365
	SHA1	7dc990b3dd4b5aac4f42468793d4a33d141651b7
	SHA256	c71a6fa69b8c7a49551a3a8c3ae6f367a6e07dbbc07dfb6956fa7dbf4aa7aeb7
	CRC32	c9baae36
	Example file location	---

Filename winmm.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 211968 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	dc2d7a3de9d5dfb63ad2ba98adb89d62
	SHA1	d0ed817ed110c312824b8d17e12bd594c32e0f03
	SHA256	7dc46c2ed79a989f5078cc16d17cf3b8da8addae2bc4b79e5ed5159c145cfea0
	CRC32	24dc4acb
	Example file location	---

Filename winmm.dll

System Windows XP

File size 176128 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	f1300d0b4c40754a01df16f350f0ef60
	SHA1	51f42782acdc790e4cabf402d71ef0fe24f9ad1b
	SHA256	43fd39bee0881d30e784a38fbc57b84e58c28181a66f03f2699823eed18c6f16
	CRC32	43e2c68a
	Example file location	---