How to Download and Fix winnsi.dll?

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

winnsi.dll file Network Store Information RPC interface. 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 winnsi.dll related errors on your device. You can also download winnsi.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 winnsi.dll

4.1 List of winnsi.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	winnsi.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Network Store Information RPC interface

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 winnsi.dll file related problems

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

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

winnsi.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 26912 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	f75426c2a6e35f0350212e34614022bd
	SHA1	74a1998d716ea4c4ea8affdc4b4bd3cc973535c2
	SHA256	ffa7bc2bfdb33f443d264527fddaf86276cd04e9875a48c491ce042c5be2cddb
	CRC32	cec51940
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winnsi.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 26304 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	97f6806a9e9e36c14c319218ddd82b8b
	SHA1	62b21b366243e5e55175ae34726f0d8f780f171d
	SHA256	d4746ba7d785dfb1fc625d52b0def75c72bd980e0891732009155610d2ec8774
	CRC32	c3a56655
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winnsi.dll

System Windows 8

File size 16384 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	77adcd16cceb8a9ad1fd81fc464b1a6b
	SHA1	778a685070cdc878401f064925bcc300b9f93a30
	SHA256	e066aac7ad4e3eb3ac59475cd186074d431c743139f6cbb9211391011445c5ec
	CRC32	b9a823e7
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winnsi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 26112 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	4c9210e8f4e052f6a4eb87716da0c24c
	SHA1	d4fa50aded12eb162478d7606f1270b78dd1a44b
	SHA256	460f7990bdadb7d58d6dc95b094d30a2efdc4ceed444b18a2f36e8d9076fb8b9
	CRC32	f4063748
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winnsi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 16896 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	cff35b879d1618d42c86644c717ba947
	SHA1	e2ca593c6c4e8840828f5b718fa896059cc7837e
	SHA256	1837275202628d3320867a3bf8cfda15491730c4b74215f7c0d7e140bf01ac3c
	CRC32	f4efd320
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winnsi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 22016 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	58aaaea100f45f4f44297d6de9acf8ed
	SHA1	280a2e016374bd155f08f9c7fd9f74b35f99e657
	SHA256	b283f5fad055deb70d15d3960c14fbc6628cd14dacb77f1443703481ea729dbd
	CRC32	4ae79df7
	Example file location	---

Filename winnsi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 14848 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	6b09105742c75df80cef21700f20f55a
	SHA1	db4d0a8b08b46c451c2885d8fca64772e4ea7561
	SHA256	d781c5f22bebb5c51b7792ebb4421c170f2cc5fe28e9245e9d6b9d22e33423ab
	CRC32	fd37f0ca
	Example file location	---