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resmon.exe - How to Fix? Download Now

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

resmon.exe file Resource Monitor. 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 resmon.exe related errors on your device. You can also download resmon.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7

File info

General information
Filename resmon.exe
File extension EXE
Description Resource Monitor
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.)
resmon.exe

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

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

resmon.exe

Error

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

OK

Problems related to resmon.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 resmon.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.

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

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

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

If the steps did not solve your resmon.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 resmon.exe
System Windows 10
File size 109056 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 4167cb634e62f9908740a097a6d9f2e1
SHA1 7be78cb6eac40af2a7981bf4d2143fac0401f34a
SHA256 b5bf513e18c2b9c22fcbbabb57d161ec263cb67fc10af1b191db856d6029dc15
CRC32 005d9f9b
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename resmon.exe
System Windows 8.1
File size 108032 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 0fb8985e4d0f7d37bc366cfd93b73a52
SHA1 03ba772294d4bf39eb39352daa2818f28c907b5a
SHA256 3368f84c5c1e52d416ae74615088b6af101adf2167b1fb009125bdcd4ca15bf0
CRC32 a5f3705b
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename resmon.exe
System Windows 8
File size 109056 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 45ebd6d4055913112f98515d4cd47f60
SHA1 6ae1d6aaa58a63b58ab7a889ce7321df6dc91e36
SHA256 80ed077ab0095210365d974f2e359dbef0f4dc404ecb03b2417297f9973cd559
CRC32 635c60fa
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Filename resmon.exe
System Windows 7
File size 103936 bytes
Date 2009-07-14
File details
MD5 950c1a8c882a7e6ad875086e95711295
SHA1 2801908900bf5e19fb5dd9438bb6a7f4a8537797
SHA256 33326c5aa1c389390d5fb03bd2e1160aca8209975e7a5bbcc2a8ab7c94ef9f25
CRC32 1fd2b18e
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename resmon.exe
System Windows 7
File size 103424 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 c991d8304158d7d278e27bef876cb4ec
SHA1 8ecfcf1732708d5544bf3435339c32114df859e1
SHA256 9851f538d50360553d4ca0dc3a5cc4137be766d49be3409988c93be241374166
CRC32 e745a6be
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\