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lsm.exe Informations - Download and Fix

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

lsm.exe file Local Session Manager Service. 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 lsm.exe related errors on your device. You can also download lsm.exe file compatible with Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista
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Fix lsm.exe errors

File info

General information
Filename lsm.exe
File extension EXE
Description Local Session Manager Service
Software
Program Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
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.)
lsm.exe

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

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

lsm.exe

Error

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

OK

Problems related to lsm.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 lsm.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.

lsm.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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with lsm.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.

Windows Update

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to lsm.exe 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 lsm.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

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

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

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

  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows Vista: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
  • Windows Vista: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

If the steps did not solve your lsm.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 lsm.exe
System Windows 7
File size 343040 bytes
Date 2010-11-21
Download
File details
MD5 9662ee182644511439f1c53745dc1c88
SHA1 6766228926eb48344451737c61d0e05dbe390591
SHA256 d205b2c163e78ab42a5d67d7664ef6b75ea0374ff0924467d624f9db0611f0ad
CRC32 b3b18613
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename lsm.exe
System Windows Vista
File size 229888 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
Download
File details
MD5 4774ad6c447e02e954bd9a793614ebec
SHA1 74b1a01a434767d9c68b409a44780f79363eb712
SHA256 7ba75a26da67fd10bb3e0a2404a7319f8d8938b0330ba0978a9e21ebc8cd9ba4
CRC32 c94f880f
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Filename lsm.exe
System Windows Vista
File size 264704 bytes
Date 2008-01-21
Download
File details
MD5 54d814dc2fa54aa847d240d4ea0e6586
SHA1 a53ba6d21c9f3e90bf3036ef232c8645f38ad2d4
SHA256 620707bdd0d14ffe8424575b3e5cb4adc4b4cccf220aa0fcf39b7a83cbd7f716
CRC32 19e1dfbe
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\