How to Download and Fix winsta.dll?

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

winsta.dll file Winstation Library. 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 winsta.dll related errors on your device. You can also download winsta.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 winsta.dll

4.1 List of winsta.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	winsta.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Winstation Library

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 winsta.dll file related problems

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

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

winsta.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of winsta.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: ---
Windows XP: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 254720 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	ba71caa96a8406b96fd974eb108d74b3
	SHA1	1a4c1bf9fd9523d0d2a60c217746b3fe201b3071
	SHA256	5d946bd4107191527db9c7b7fa5101cb4b1401b38deeba1a637c45694eba3fdb
	CRC32	3b0ee52f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winsta.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 276816 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	1d8f0719a9d69dc7f047c07e615e27be
	SHA1	64c01583979be4f1dce0035b00d6c737cb65a1e2
	SHA256	36f7ad1fe3469404887ad5b2143455bb67694c64c0f1c255756704d21a254da8
	CRC32	9cafba7d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winsta.dll

System Windows 8

File size 230400 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	83c4e13852335e1eac12aa62a2f01e52
	SHA1	ccab6f13e84d54bbf756e0125eb67a68473c9d45
	SHA256	3647f74f779f7298e08117eea7c7c03ab99aa2177649e8fe7c9ddc4ecc9a2380
	CRC32	8fc20fe7
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winsta.dll

System Windows 7

File size 235008 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	0d9764d58c5efd672b7184854b152e5e
	SHA1	99d78db040987c69b6a70a42af86641ba0413956
	SHA256	9827b43dabbec39ab2e2294408d9c5304ef27a684903c5234c6070387723d49e
	CRC32	c62132d6
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winsta.dll

System Windows 7

File size 156672 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	418e881201583a3039d81f43e39e6c78
	SHA1	b392651677d975f942e01fb4c6ed844a6ffdf098
	SHA256	c96aac161e09be12815a4e931e65f66db1a456c03253ef1111ae66f44b1515ff
	CRC32	f43d77fe
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winsta.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 205312 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	1671ef15434501abbe9e7be905ef998b
	SHA1	35cf7c1ddce85bd8740cb764f698d88ccb4395f0
	SHA256	9b52dfbdc4d21c476c0b39024cd7e09d3acaffd86605d15d3f7e1dd74d24aef7
	CRC32	1c3a00ab
	Example file location	---

Filename winsta.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 140800 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	4aafc7461633848aa87a363b2cbec522
	SHA1	9d9eed514c2d48447d28e995c1c1067a7279e013
	SHA256	f2a452b5b71293011eed8cd5abfa8d0b0761a92d4579cf9d98b1d2dc06d16791
	CRC32	5591c39b
	Example file location	---

Filename winsta.dll

System Windows XP

File size 53760 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	430ceb794f6e6ef8ac86958c242366d6
	SHA1	9bbcf260e84b31f633490d5624e828afaa8d3ff1
	SHA256	48066566edc18654095ead7f4449cd42b44ad758465a6b36a42b489f32c7e64b
	CRC32	5164b4d1
	Example file location	---