Fix winsockhc.dll Errors

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

winsockhc.dll file Winsock Network Diagnostic Helper Class. 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 winsockhc.dll related errors on your device. You can also download winsockhc.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

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Fix winsockhc.dll errors

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

4.1 List of winsockhc.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	winsockhc.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Winsock Network Diagnostic Helper Class

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 winsockhc.dll file related problems

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

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

winsockhc.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 70144 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	41305956a6d693a3ff4071081e44919b
	SHA1	d2b3c00ad60912639e8e56e10e37a1924a55a8d5
	SHA256	2aa8c127a3f992f96f2df884b077f4b1d4964c9d108281f2a2e6646615b28a9d
	CRC32	92a13c51
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winsockhc.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 68608 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	9c2309f8785bc9b83b048d8344e728f4
	SHA1	6db88b1878a1ce2e292033ddec6b3f07af185ffd
	SHA256	562e59793bed36551255f31a2ed9437e56989eabdb63f05093b1f9252c54f441
	CRC32	ff7fd447
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winsockhc.dll

System Windows 8

File size 65024 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	a8a51938f375dbd6fba38eff7553c2d0
	SHA1	9722a26a171b9a66a597fc3385c4a1a20881a843
	SHA256	b126380b16e0675f4306f3c1c8d176c22661c1b24d4f591c1d14340fd8512e90
	CRC32	928a3a95
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winsockhc.dll

System Windows 7

File size 88576 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	47efc10bc9220f3291e4bab9c7d62c1c
	SHA1	119c4f2d86a53baf52d5311a1e43faa3520aff1a
	SHA256	2352e43f143f6248cc0f7fd3995d984f5ed6d7b393c440d09af5e05583a8e87f
	CRC32	75dcf37f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winsockhc.dll

System Windows 7

File size 68608 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	c4b408f57837eb3196a3bd12c2df33f4
	SHA1	80e577764951abb4c09e373203c22ae58bb24bed
	SHA256	bf6b2e4780c2975fa137e6e5ecfe3c2aa4cd005d7baf39a1a991fe8627cc0a3c
	CRC32	5b23c8a5
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winsockhc.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 59904 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	b9556cd540b6a70bf6f4391e219a9166
	SHA1	432d6c1b4894722117985b608648a33ff795b7ff
	SHA256	ce91e7ee54b288fd26b04b37d1cf7188bcbfc29d9858abf8f6a297196357fd57
	CRC32	e7c94a4e
	Example file location	---

Filename winsockhc.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 48640 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	d6533dd879f0a95f42cfe4450201b60d
	SHA1	d0b8475a96f3fa148628c903b6ae5259429e2cef
	SHA256	c380ec414bf955d6ac798c46f85a93cbda6af7b615817fac48f5426b6a451d51
	CRC32	25f4d5f2
	Example file location	---