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

dpnsvr.exe file DirectPlay Stub. 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 dpnsvr.exe related errors on your device. You can also download dpnsvr.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 dpnsvr.exe

4.1 List of dpnsvr.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	dpnsvr.exe
File extension	EXE
Description	DirectPlay Stub

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.)

Most common dpnsvr.exe file related problems

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

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

dpnsvr.exe

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of dpnsvr.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 dpnsvr.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 dpnsvr.exe

System Windows 10

File size 8192 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	7b0b61bec720c7484c4f488cb8c71d52
	SHA1	2a2021d60606aae5c73070344d8b48aede3c07eb
	SHA256	0c2d6ade7fc4aedaa3b18b1402872d8e089e22bfe9da176d56644bcd2be5546b
	CRC32	2fbc0b76
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dpnsvr.exe

System Windows 8.1

File size 8192 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	45fee7008562673e51a7bf17f7f883b4
	SHA1	83c7790ac77486dfaa813e92ba34191ff67af997
	SHA256	0597aaf25f1e7458c19a7b78ee64711d256c3c649af9fff40675e73af6cf7836
	CRC32	0f81464c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dpnsvr.exe

System Windows 8

File size 32256 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	d1fba17ce13367a217066347bf581678
	SHA1	503017c328c66fcb249586f8b8b325aebafe1535
	SHA256	5e7160c3999cb7990d87e6105bb7b5ed51a25b5d0b18faa24fed77ebe82e0c14
	CRC32	960d6244
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dpnsvr.exe

System Windows 7

File size 33280 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	4dfb1d5cbcf69c909e9b9103eb822e06
	SHA1	55f53eaa5ac63683008335f97c3df58c0737390e
	SHA256	b5cd23c9c5adfe2029ab5e4da558716c9415674a961d91ea4313ec84bc69af67
	CRC32	8c575dfb
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename dpnsvr.exe

System Windows 7

File size 34304 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	6806b72978f6bd27aef57899be68b93b
	SHA1	713c246d0b0b8dcc298afaed4f62aed82789951c
	SHA256	3485ee4159c5f9e4ed9dd06e668d1e04148154ff40327a9ccb591e8c5a79958c
	CRC32	091cd40a
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename dpnsvr.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 26112 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	ee7a73320637c45ad35ae90a16f8b12f
	SHA1	7b5b95230bda3c87a8e6776384e8c6da2a94c46c
	SHA256	bb3c897183e4708173ec80cbb8444a63632a0d2d2c0a990b323a5d3a68564bb0
	CRC32	a0c657d7
	Example file location	---

Filename dpnsvr.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 23040 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	f828dd2ae0501812d477c8f75e816f2f
	SHA1	6d5e1bbd9a9d53b2041aefd81842442964c40ad6
	SHA256	66c853b98f85563858e77bb5842696b21111c26bf886c47753ef6db45c09c624
	CRC32	dc2fd8ef
	Example file location	---

Filename dpnsvr.exe

System Windows XP

File size 17920 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	7e51f5bc7016acc4b7ca017a197d63fd
	SHA1	58ad34bdc320e2c35f01142e38ff7298941a3739
	SHA256	84bc166fa7ae76bfea34722ac00a4af69b0984d8b41f3549af3cce89d1eabf68
	CRC32	8a61c513
	Example file location	---