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WMADMOD.DLL Informations - Download and Fix

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

WMADMOD.DLL file Windows Media Audio Decoder. 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 WMADMOD.DLL related errors on your device. You can also download WMADMOD.DLL file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows Vista, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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Fix WMADMOD.DLL errors

File info

General information
Filename WMADMOD.DLL
File extension DLL
Description Windows Media Audio Decoder
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.)
WMADMOD.DLL

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

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

WMADMOD.DLL

Error

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

OK

Problems related to WMADMOD.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 WMADMOD.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.

WMADMOD.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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with WMADMOD.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.

Windows Update

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to WMADMOD.DLL file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. 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 WMADMOD.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

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 WMADMOD.DLL file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the WMADMOD.DLL file with properly working version. To use the tool:

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "cmd" in the search field
  3. Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
  4. Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
  5. Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the WMADMOD.DLL file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "System Restore" in the search field
  3. Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
  4. The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
  5. After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the WMADMOD.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 WMADMOD.DLL file

The last solution is to manually download and replace WMADMOD.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 WMADMOD.DLL file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of WMADMOD.DLL file example directory paths.

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows 8: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\

If the steps did not solve your WMADMOD.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 WMADMOD.DLL
System Windows 10
File size 677752 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
Download
File details
MD5 15a42acbc31258cc2e1eeb439fdb0860
SHA1 4a03f2fe8b542f0c5c431c14aa66ce66a7ebc00c
SHA256 8fb23ce5ede1c6394bf4f99cccd4ff32569f0f945389409611fcdf5d88c36f3f
CRC32 e12628f1
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename WMADMOD.DLL
System Windows 8
File size 904192 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
Download
File details
MD5 5ce204a4881175ae4e2f051813c18394
SHA1 59f264d850f071b0f9834a791b32f7aa83c1c8c9
SHA256 fa7696110c1da4e0652b27ac00b9ab554e68c0af58fa2461a6e35a7559300840
CRC32 d1f2a0af
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename WMADMOD.DLL
System Windows Vista
File size 946176 bytes
Date 2009-04-11
Download
File details
MD5 51031e18169332575721d7b7a6e5ee52
SHA1 0cde3af3d7b83838b17c4ef60fc3bd690527a4f3
SHA256 56d8a3174dacb0ceb6c6684de395440d154251069425ea4087aea53c6b1855b6
CRC32 ac12d0cc
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename WMADMOD.DLL
System Windows Vista
File size 758784 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
Download
File details
MD5 d3679c1b53e4e1bf9b99afb0fd3966b1
SHA1 f48c5e3550ce219ebef366798782b39fe77144a4
SHA256 869278e65a4c6b018095d7b8aacda23ace753381f32696f225ca552786fcc947
CRC32 795be2d7
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\