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

dfsvc.exe file Windows Executable. 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 dfsvc.exe related errors on your device. You can also download dfsvc.exe 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

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 dfsvc.exe

4.1 List of dfsvc.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	dfsvc.exe
File extension	EXE
Type	Executable Application
Description	Windows Executable

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	24216
Oldest file	2009-04-11
Latest file	2017-03-18

Most common dfsvc.exe file related problems

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

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

dfsvc.exe

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of dfsvc.exe 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: ---
Windows 7: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 24216 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	796462c4ffff05d571f74fb359431a51
	SHA1	9b20508870e565644f0beefb9803653a75578676
	SHA256	7c505a221bee39f83a5c0725be7b304465c969efd89b716db633ccb45a67cc07
	CRC32	7f45293b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\

Filename dfsvc.exe

System Windows 8.1

File size 23104 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	b78148e0b43fc775fded24cc164a7397
	SHA1	d73b7e2a09e8d98b4f592e64164f96e7cfc5363d
	SHA256	8975769873eb8276dda560653731786371514c69e0b0a756609c08b59db7169a
	CRC32	2e29b93f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\

Filename dfsvc.exe

System Windows 8

File size 22944 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	d3ed746deaca1c740002701d4d01d850
	SHA1	51f6adc5cdff6e9dc89f7ce5fc1eedaccd95c81c
	SHA256	8ed490fd5d6e83c6eb53c975fb4a659f6b656063cdaeb4a9ac55f3f4560255d2
	CRC32	a2385c4c
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\

Filename dfsvc.exe

System Windows 7

File size 5120 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	b4c17f6740fd7db4d829fbfca6fd3d10
	SHA1	c594f81d738a3c64906b915886562ef17177186c
	SHA256	767223071176545c0d83b312eb2bc9769184c9c9e24e3a599ec4ddb335bb3b27
	CRC32	45112e1b
	Example file location	---

Filename dfsvc.exe

System Windows 7

File size 5120 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	ba86fde9c3b5bd2ff5ea7a99bf648e82
	SHA1	f8ee6aa539a867c2ccc95811005480b20ae4a252
	SHA256	23457e941db4acdd147ce7e3d5fb4192a603a989277db53386e03d7dee74c8a4
	CRC32	ef984d16
	Example file location	---

Filename dfsvc.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 5120 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	69a441197a71751aef2ee0fd4dd95b18
	SHA1	c4fead887b135e153ff4d82a708652e0ab8076a3
	SHA256	08e9fbaf35a52a563f73fb69e27e849f78f3c5d71502b7a6e446436b0ee6954c
	CRC32	760b6ac1
	Example file location	---

Filename dfsvc.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 5120 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	a1e5e239c32c8b7b5321704134a43477
	SHA1	cfa5f9360d5fa86bfffed09b220af118bc76d190
	SHA256	c7196dfcb142ddeac061ff943178564aa3b69ae3f6cc3a89d3d66479f4ab4ddb
	CRC32	d951487b
	Example file location	---