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How to Download and Fix vssadmin.exe.mui?

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

vssadmin.exe.mui file Command Line Interface for Microsoft® Volume Shadow Copy 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 vssadmin.exe.mui related errors on your device. You can also download vssadmin.exe.mui 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.

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

File info

General information
Filename vssadmin.exe.mui
File extension MUI
Description Command Line Interface for Microsoft® Volume Shadow Copy 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.)
vssadmin.exe.mui

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

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

vssadmin.exe.mui

Error

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

OK

Problems related to vssadmin.exe.mui 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 vssadmin.exe.mui 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.

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

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

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
  • Windows Vista: ---
  • Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your vssadmin.exe.mui 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 vssadmin.exe.mui
System Windows 10
File size 51200 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 ccb3c0f8a34e37327eea86bae2549fd1
SHA1 9b5222f5351c28d6cb97661fb2e7ec59c5c7ea8b
SHA256 a77763dbf859f90c47bd0e88fcd43a8258e06af094b4b6410f958ce2cd869d3b
CRC32 bf24d170
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename vssadmin.exe.mui
System Windows 8.1
File size 50688 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 780c335e2d37a4fcbfe98328debef44e
SHA1 a92f9f5ac0d8c58b2aec02cbac0963e5afce8a68
SHA256 fc7f3269ea8388b5f32acb3d0a4db932840eeeb952b862b05ccab029d1c4a998
CRC32 e7828e49
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename vssadmin.exe.mui
System Windows 8
File size 50688 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 7f94b78f0fa5a25717bc7bdf3851072f
SHA1 2dbc62993d3124662ba9b39e49e7bbb5522dbf92
SHA256 44b3c89b41478321fe3811ccb13a4e41ba9afa8395784181544aea47956f7f0b
CRC32 b4f4f4b6
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename vssadmin.exe.mui
System Windows 7
File size 50688 bytes
Date 2011-04-12
File details
MD5 4ab78242b2f1793477012c9daa80b16a
SHA1 4c6eb1b78779ff1603b4a5d903e61ac35a95f269
SHA256 18c28be5481abba29255288baec04585b8cb73c816d1072f559ad282ef7082b4
CRC32 d9bb0b1b
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
Filename vssadmin.exe.mui
System Windows 7
File size 50688 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 e3c1fbc76c071faf44d5190b328bcf80
SHA1 8376cbf626bacf395c174e50252a3dbcfbc00194
SHA256 932aad681e46c491f948bc372e669096d01a8637f49551b89e3b414c4a1c0fb8
CRC32 caf8d515
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
Filename vssadmin.exe.mui
System Windows Vista
File size 47616 bytes
Date 2006-11-02
File details
MD5 589ff5c69f3d9707008ba7b1d293f709
SHA1 6c591fc704c37f3b5949335d7b4aa50ea0ff4d1c
SHA256 875342e43c8e4d83049016009ed43a7ef0be5a560aec0591a5cdb9f47c105ec4
CRC32 1b0d99de
Example file location ---
Filename vssadmin.exe.mui
System Windows Vista
File size 57344 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 ca1c88be72ec3ea1afc9f90bd891ebce
SHA1 7454307a0109d415f07adba7fcce0408290f8775
SHA256 e9cb5cd05ded96d5c746f13dfb6876d6473dfbebcc6a7906d1f04adc39e9119c
CRC32 e1eb0d04
Example file location ---