Fix winmmbase.dll Errors

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

winmmbase.dll file Base Multimedia Extension 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 winmmbase.dll related errors on your device. You can also download winmmbase.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

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Fix winmmbase.dll errors

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

4.1 List of winmmbase.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	winmmbase.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Base Multimedia Extension 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 winmmbase.dll file related problems

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

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

winmmbase.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 129736 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	f24f5fea6ac7a765fd17f32554fedfd1
	SHA1	e5e19473a84ba7ea7bbf8420688ecd5ee0902501
	SHA256	dc55081d8a324be7955b5a26f564756a37a5e7e5e2799b4f4f025d644a1f3503
	CRC32	12748d0c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winmmbase.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 134280 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	75eb6ed62567ced8c9749ed05261504e
	SHA1	2857f57068a5bb2b41f6ae92818b42bfbf2222bd
	SHA256	602872fc6c7595fa3857f7ede9cf593572b5bd02cd6ad7374c85ec0eaf541708
	CRC32	6b4823f6
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winmmbase.dll

System Windows 8

File size 157184 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	5c539c92a7704c80edb45bfd8d7f600f
	SHA1	21bc9bb03be0304beea8a3d16e5261dd28f7187a
	SHA256	fe46487489c58f85d46875a4856220c40a1543204b29e8778ea16d45f116de24
	CRC32	b4d294d5
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\