How to Download and Fix WMINet_Utils.dll?

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

WMINet_Utils.dll file Dynamic Link Library. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Windows software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of WMINet_Utils.dll related errors on your device. You can also download WMINet_Utils.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 WMINet_Utils.dll errors

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

4.1 List of WMINet_Utils.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	WMINet_Utils.dll
File extension	DLL
Type	Dynamic Link Library
Description	Dynamic Link Library

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	45232
Oldest file	2008-01-21
Latest file	2017-03-18

Most common WMINet_Utils.dll file related problems

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

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

WMINet_Utils.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework64\v2.0.50727\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework64\v2.0.50727\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 45232 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	ad451b5af28ee4f47ff962610b5b983a
	SHA1	bfee46d043fc8dd7f3c0f20f0d3ccb2ac807e5b3
	SHA256	f64ab21fdcf4cca67ab0245afed3ac3c3f2012580b1fa3f8c9e993bbd4142ca6
	CRC32	2de1eaab
	Example file location	C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\

Filename WMINet_Utils.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 42080 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	92872e4caca02fde40bc0fcb39de2ea4
	SHA1	11038e3bad15e16c639e611268c754fc22200b22
	SHA256	4f076ea79050861f41c74efc4dd46f94e40f5dfa1b4f985bec5b56b674ab882b
	CRC32	86d51cf5
	Example file location	C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\

Filename WMINet_Utils.dll

System Windows 8

File size 41920 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	b90b0d578e604897ad879c2823591f7e
	SHA1	163892246f072e6f7a89103341b09b355db8f325
	SHA256	773151db26d1b7c1d5a7289301f15e61fef4a0a819ae6fc49db5e5f9b93e2f2c
	CRC32	408232af
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\

Filename WMINet_Utils.dll

System Windows 7

File size 42328 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	45375df47ed4d0535739465105aaabe3
	SHA1	fa94e280f739235a138ee6fe66f7b5598d0153c1
	SHA256	593fb37cf24b7987143aec2182d21d7cb08c09d70e1c57a9209184d57af980c4
	CRC32	bdbefe9e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework64\v2.0.50727\

Filename WMINet_Utils.dll

System Windows 7

File size 32088 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	972dcc74d4cdcb64086e7cfacbdb74cb
	SHA1	87563a485a169161f699a804bf109f584ea48430
	SHA256	efc34848b48c7f18b8bb7161a52ab4676ff934fe220c3b41df24347db4f83b1b
	CRC32	fc6d7060
	Example file location	C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework64\v2.0.50727\

Filename WMINet_Utils.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 37896 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	68e6b0b67a78780b6983f4341d7aff90
	SHA1	62e679d4a54c80b8593be81e4e3ae4a10fa4f651
	SHA256	c9382776464a0ced71b7d0b8241b0c6f85a0d0c1860b020b49c3660baa8414dc
	CRC32	45b625b9
	Example file location	---

Filename WMINet_Utils.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 47112 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	879a14ce9c80a0e3b33b68e55460905a
	SHA1	4d8f57a66be874875d3bb35a96cac5922792344d
	SHA256	14655b2acbdb26924bc7026e9063f1997884a611bee5e44bb3ee4aff2690c368
	CRC32	a7d46def
	Example file location	---