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

mstsc.exe file Remote Desktop Connection. 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 mstsc.exe related errors on your device. You can also download mstsc.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 mstsc.exe

4.1 List of mstsc.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	mstsc.exe
File extension	EXE
Description	Remote Desktop Connection

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.)

Most common mstsc.exe file related problems

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

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

mstsc.exe

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of mstsc.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\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 3107328 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	937cd2adb9ef10844bac3457f6f1398c
	SHA1	56a53033e7122bc4e20c9f230caf73a865b90892
	SHA256	ee989ef5bc2b78a58d938d22cc17d1c1a051728589110832340431f86783334a
	CRC32	2efddefb
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mstsc.exe

System Windows 8.1

File size 1086976 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	3bb588c6c4b35de5c438e8cbadae0d9b
	SHA1	689d1e107c49b2c0f7945091511f7a00a3538bb3
	SHA256	d29f831e97475d12e50ec3af556b0f04b6bce668796daf91337c9b408f72d44e
	CRC32	f83d00da
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mstsc.exe

System Windows 8

File size 1048064 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	4d606c0f284e6c6714f283a36c36444e
	SHA1	f05c9e4b2a7b1ce01e00616a481f08311690f15b
	SHA256	28fd09052ada6a528ca98c9e70dff355a4f176426a6cc7f5398daeccff17d9a1
	CRC32	22b33214
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mstsc.exe

System Windows 7

File size 1116672 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	50f739538ef014b2e7ec59431749d838
	SHA1	b439762b8efe8cfb977e7374c11a7e4d8ed05eb3
	SHA256	85c510c7fa8d64c70886ea01ec99e7b9064594f021a95b4cf88359421e732be3
	CRC32	4999a4db
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mstsc.exe

System Windows 7

File size 1049600 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	68b4a549d0b56a4dd9a488751037cf09
	SHA1	fa7137a8cd430ffeb9e869443026dcde540dbcc2
	SHA256	a9286688556dbb45303d3a0e7825294f58ffd48e125518ac33ab009426c967cc
	CRC32	5c4048ea
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mstsc.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 678400 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	4f7a9842012d948eb16dc7b8b91366fe
	SHA1	6cee52f51db188e158961e0a866fffd0bf4db0ed
	SHA256	59c13fae0a496f6b0acd1dae2a7e865a4aad7a227bd9dad3cd0e9102f1f69a25
	CRC32	3968527e
	Example file location	---

Filename mstsc.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 731648 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	b9ecfa30be99eeea2948a27d85e1f52e
	SHA1	0915c15153db03442def125bf6768f0c70e88344
	SHA256	d376b354eea85a91b7afa274302245c1178e49248ad692243e54a971b57b1384
	CRC32	91580174
	Example file location	---

Filename mstsc.exe

System Windows XP

File size 677888 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	8dd5cf6d82bd78433e95d86efa117d67
	SHA1	edf2c5f7bd66a73f0b6b45221497fdc082a13921
	SHA256	28ccf8f2d8eb572c4c124f04f0f2e750b9c48291303f87c417c97bbd071e32eb
	CRC32	86538562
	Example file location	---