winsrv.dll Informations - Download and Fix

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

winsrv.dll file Multi-User Windows Server 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 winsrv.dll related errors on your device. You can also download winsrv.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, 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 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 winsrv.dll

4.1 List of winsrv.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	winsrv.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Multi-User Windows Server 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 winsrv.dll file related problems

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

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

winsrv.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of winsrv.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 Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows XP: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 60928 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	e12bc435d17d9069db343e91efc14576
	SHA1	13a5df678cddfb9087d21964d7af3603f2d10c1a
	SHA256	5bc42db06245e6dbeef2838c280554f55ade7fb44d617156ecf76d07088928f8
	CRC32	8e2b9c9d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winsrv.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 146944 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	f1b20182b6c34f9c3222d1e7e3633685
	SHA1	47be6aaac42da36c302d611d2ae5edc76a725ac8
	SHA256	db2710eabd4753793ce8594d78edc83da3ac7d6a512710765b6157192d79d1dd
	CRC32	14fb1048
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winsrv.dll

System Windows 8

File size 148992 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	02b34ed781b4710f23e544cc6cfeb809
	SHA1	3bb42af0cb1ee8c67aaa7bf7e8026147ffa92d75
	SHA256	d808a9731095b8005d9dfb89df74797fb1c44f9dc0aaa3b4fb6e45612b4d8e4f
	CRC32	cb9bc1ed
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winsrv.dll

System Windows 7

File size 214016 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	e0406aef04b088d1c49fc78d0546f689
	SHA1	c4574c945ffd0900e152fab2bce7a703322d41c0
	SHA256	7add4d1c174faa5405bd94baf104a5dd56be00dbdc1ed9f069a95430a7b264aa
	CRC32	ce1dc8e3
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winsrv.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 450560 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	36f234fd1aa7bae559bb1c483fc76286
	SHA1	90d2d1a02b11afba4edd27342f82112a98735c91
	SHA256	1a354222d6ab6718390979273fb1a96d01b1688386f22628aebff5f049711d62
	CRC32	e794f951
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winsrv.dll

System Windows XP

File size 293376 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	1618f36d4f7f6ccceb3ee44ba95be85c
	SHA1	b7a9d09c9d154cba6cbd9bbc5039612ca9185b95
	SHA256	1ed920e475221228ef215708701ec166a0b1bbcbd236e5b047420ebd0ff1371a
	CRC32	34e0d509
	Example file location	---