winusb.dll Troubleshoot and Download

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

winusb.dll file Windows USB Driver User 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 winusb.dll related errors on your device. You can also download winusb.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 winusb.dll

4.1 List of winusb.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	winusb.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Windows USB Driver User Library

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 winusb.dll file related problems

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

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

winusb.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 21504 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	45ea46f7820fafa528f3b89b084a4372
	SHA1	02f2467de02e9b7ca0c427f485eaa1f0fe2d5b83
	SHA256	ebf871477c111fc0fdb40204c7f6c07c9715522ecc0be8408644b236bf01db49
	CRC32	110965f7
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winusb.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 20480 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	14f9a15e0515655c79db10d8a69b65f8
	SHA1	bc08cb519d6fb10a67970de262fc09f387577fec
	SHA256	a90df33e14142a8775999646fd0242fa01d27cfad1c233dc4a17dc93b06569f2
	CRC32	5c71c491
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winusb.dll

System Windows 8

File size 17920 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	76d701b3256b971842559c4bbfa7b105
	SHA1	5753c58eb661a990486447a34c2029c177d70c86
	SHA256	b6fd6791bd9274feee0969d43acc93259cb462838d64e2dba944562dc4a6ec1e
	CRC32	ae6695b4
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winusb.dll

System Windows 7

File size 20480 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	5d0f03eef3205f66ecfbe72a7cbbad1f
	SHA1	79eab7af4c9581de4694b2d601b286809b76b9db
	SHA256	05f4d1e9dfa02d7c151d21cb5d430bd86176177e4a2a59c4e5f206886c4ef88c
	CRC32	c3c8170f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winusb.dll

System Windows 7

File size 16896 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	843d21a20736016e5613e4b51ea60d46
	SHA1	fc3df4c730746317633ad4511c709e2a1fcf6516
	SHA256	1247e51e8af71b7b87dcf1d8e79c01c753c6a661ac6a734be831daa0e45d2f8c
	CRC32	98f3a4e3
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename winusb.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 20480 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	d9abc957f5cc3e857f3b2e548af3b213
	SHA1	c28a25400010fdb7b7abecc43824fcc147cbc008
	SHA256	10541fccae1f34a8130dc47df02340a577c95b30667d84d892805a5683bd7d07
	CRC32	7a0541e1
	Example file location	---

Filename winusb.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 16384 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	e5a905bdd0007868fb87007c13324479
	SHA1	6cf54332ce21b510b93323a32ebd62292a40670d
	SHA256	6e6c3d986ddaa573d2d4729e0b4dbc2afcba13aba7927996230e24bba962ec72
	CRC32	1d3f1b77
	Example file location	---