Download cmstp.exe to Fix Errors

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

cmstp.exe file Microsoft Connection Manager Profile Installer. 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 cmstp.exe related errors on your device. You can also download cmstp.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP 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, Windows XP

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 cmstp.exe

4.1 List of cmstp.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	cmstp.exe
File extension	EXE
Description	Microsoft Connection Manager Profile Installer

Software
Program	Microsoft(R) Connection Manager
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Executable application
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common cmstp.exe file related problems

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

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

cmstp.exe

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

Problems related to cmstp.exe 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 cmstp.exe 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 cmstp.exe errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace cmstp.exe 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 cmstp.exe file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of cmstp.exe 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\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your cmstp.exe 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 cmstp.exe

System Windows 10

File size 82432 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	533fd3695cffd6420a66c50da3199248
	SHA1	a51455c6ca33f4e014d85558c77e7796af679bd3
	SHA256	1f4522d5976cdb31241e1e794974fc4f868f73e2467832ee412f1d91fc20481a
	CRC32	bd5d769c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename cmstp.exe

System Windows 8.1

File size 84480 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	a7c1632ce4b824c271a514f7d8c5042a
	SHA1	44e9801b1d8d17ec64edcd487175fe6705c7d586
	SHA256	0bc5838c1a531114851b2db02094856f786da369fb69199d9e36ec71ba3cc04a
	CRC32	f5ced63e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename cmstp.exe

System Windows 8

File size 84480 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	c738e522a9fffd63116aa2d60a73f644
	SHA1	b72c6899b958a4ef17914e363e015e3cea6d9ba6
	SHA256	9429750b4dd500e4dcc8fdae1a74d779b1ed0dcf405a65ace5faaebad693bf5c
	CRC32	c53395b8
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename cmstp.exe

System Windows 7

File size 84992 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	00263ca2071dc9a6ee577eb356b0d1d9
	SHA1	7b1ff39621d704665f392cb19171b8337e042d7d
	SHA256	ae11b4cd277731ba5d218a2fdb22d19ea5f2780256bc481e86acbd8ed4ccf1c4
	CRC32	a31cd20e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename cmstp.exe

System Windows 7

File size 92160 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	74c6da5522f420c394ae34b2d3d677e3
	SHA1	ba135738ef1fb2f4c2c6c610be2c4e855a526668
	SHA256	51d298b1a8a2d00d5c608c52dba0655565d021e9798ee171d7fa92cc0de729a6
	CRC32	755ebf26
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename cmstp.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 91648 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	da8249ff4ade14764ba45a75901edfcd
	SHA1	ba2c31c511e529b0c770f087ae0c0082bfd19baa
	SHA256	e19b68239939abee3cac07a1d2c28048cc15b0d42c1a45d8017b562b9b8d5d19
	CRC32	b73a9083
	Example file location	---

Filename cmstp.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 84992 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	fa7e42e885ac45766e03161c8830d8c4
	SHA1	cc44e45e3b0a38f0186a3a1e73e2d2c4f2b12a41
	SHA256	2e85f7ae134c440fc543dcc50b5c82ba0e66dae79e1aa92aa0c7b16526a79de6
	CRC32	b5a58e33
	Example file location	---

Filename cmstp.exe

System Windows XP

File size 63488 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	231138871dce86961694177508cc8f17
	SHA1	59f4cafce266f669811ddb0d9315003aef93ae94
	SHA256	7021f9da7397f075a592791ab9965c64e599da6913967c3c7e7e83e22908ecbb
	CRC32	2b487e86
	Example file location	---