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wuapi.dll.mui Informations - Download and Fix

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

wuapi.dll.mui file Windows Update Client API. 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 wuapi.dll.mui related errors on your device. You can also download wuapi.dll.mui 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.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista

File info

General information
Filename wuapi.dll.mui
File extension MUI
Description Windows Update Client API
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.)
wuapi.dll.mui

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

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

wuapi.dll.mui

Error

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

OK

Problems related to wuapi.dll.mui 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 wuapi.dll.mui 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.

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

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

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\en-GB\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\en-GB\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
  • Windows Vista: ---
  • Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your wuapi.dll.mui 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 wuapi.dll.mui
System Windows 10
File size 10240 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 1af8080ebbca91f04c0050779a24c4de
SHA1 da45e186fe0bd3ffc0890e80720a42c8fa2eb8ac
SHA256 e9947150304e748e2c833b4b89eac931a446549ae9073cd5f3ec799051403392
CRC32 417cc04b
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename wuapi.dll.mui
System Windows 8.1
File size 9728 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 d8093f3e98c3146a9942c71cfdba76a4
SHA1 264ef6809f1d3064e852d2ba8ab96df9c94d7070
SHA256 918a22f13b915c4d164b74cb422fac5bd9327d510ec3c6af4608767bdfe7e3b0
CRC32 130e0f8e
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-GB\
Filename wuapi.dll.mui
System Windows 8
File size 9216 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 913a4fd36179db80c3f5c61f6df98fd8
SHA1 095e4eb74339e291511833f82862b470fffcc2fc
SHA256 129c2714ef76333b70ea020bcdccee18073a872d9910a7e386f375d573dea39f
CRC32 c30c67f0
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\en-GB\
Filename wuapi.dll.mui
System Windows 7
File size 8704 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 5714d6715b0a2e2981180aad9599e113
SHA1 51e108711760adf381ecc6175bf5ff7e3b0189c6
SHA256 640f75410cd0a933fdd4ad48764a25ff785bf6bae5c0f8056a69879da9ef6f87
CRC32 0e76e66d
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
Filename wuapi.dll.mui
System Windows 7
File size 8704 bytes
Date 2011-04-12
File details
MD5 aa35ca71ec1c7062a13442d493d8678a
SHA1 f6132acfca8f6147fc41914af4298d0a0e5bd3d5
SHA256 5aa9959ff3b879f66c2ce2c336e6074944131a7d1cd0566d3a1be118b14d53e0
CRC32 9e13507a
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
Filename wuapi.dll.mui
System Windows Vista
File size 16384 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 2d16fe4e2c0eddf2d23e74a911bec1d8
SHA1 f255227f3f4035c317d9da9acfd79623ca9ae24c
SHA256 f13c3a402551c37ea56adc417c89adc8b235f37461963fb691369429aa57f863
CRC32 9a667d06
Example file location ---
Filename wuapi.dll.mui
System Windows Vista
File size 8704 bytes
Date 2008-01-21
File details
MD5 31cfaeace19e6986df34000a389bfd65
SHA1 8cc4046f00fdc49d8d1b827c9c24eed5f91ce4b4
SHA256 7240478c757777a2b2d95f4663b8288778fc1aca5dbb1e54ab6cf38f8b42d314
CRC32 5376ff48
Example file location ---