Download and Fix wlanpref.dll

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

wlanpref.dll file Wireless Preferred Networks. 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 wlanpref.dll related errors on your device. You can also download wlanpref.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 wlanpref.dll errors

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

4.1 List of wlanpref.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	wlanpref.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Wireless Preferred Networks

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 wlanpref.dll file related problems

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

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

wlanpref.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 714752 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	3806d2b70b15a5c123ac83455562230c
	SHA1	dc9aeffb88ab9afdc40e82254fd59c009a9c466b
	SHA256	40ee9ad5852d8064fee34a22248c8a9b11146dc80eb095699cf8f5c32636bf80
	CRC32	4530dcf3
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wlanpref.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 732672 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	e36078724d1491e9b7ee04db78c5f008
	SHA1	8ba3bbe308b207e24a41725f49ad60306344d8e7
	SHA256	196afc9545139669e3025b07faf9c0bdb6c21e3844c0c74cc5eec397b5fca0e2
	CRC32	a5d6bc14
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wlanpref.dll

System Windows 8

File size 748544 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	ef2f28273c900af742a132f6f1b1b23d
	SHA1	c04fcff818b420966c63869aeb78b2ec63748713
	SHA256	f2cfed3ec3ebc6262f1d691a0fa80d3afccea0cfc84d08a8efc944982b476623
	CRC32	682b86b1
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wlanpref.dll

System Windows 7

File size 1441280 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	b86399c64a19eb45519466413fa5e361
	SHA1	d18656dfd90815bc32d9504828cd35733853d3c6
	SHA256	73ef3b7feeb1af859bc29fafc669790cec0db20dca57b00310bccb05a53f5bed
	CRC32	4db976c6
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wlanpref.dll

System Windows 7

File size 1326592 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	cc88ef08712c08c5f5fe74a395ba25ac
	SHA1	18f86d66c1389e3ee68349a7943506c7a987b6c2
	SHA256	073b50c2b245a5ebbd8ba58b08b63d72edebee0d0270c2b72bcef577e86c049f
	CRC32	2cab4ff9
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wlanpref.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 1671680 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	2ec3531a49a6937446259c540ede4535
	SHA1	38e549ac18bf37e7f808760fe88579ea35d259a9
	SHA256	666e6316ddc02ee6efb7f8623102bede766672c765f1e33acbeec6834427b518
	CRC32	bf548b2f
	Example file location	---

Filename wlanpref.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 1792512 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	cfac4a69ed38d8a3bf7d1ee3dbc1840e
	SHA1	aa8065a140d871fb5c955647edd1ff72649762ba
	SHA256	304b45055f196ae599fb23e4603d2b398ae8d57cfed53144b480526e7699a65d
	CRC32	02b708ce
	Example file location	---