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How to Download and Fix waitfor.exe.mui?

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

waitfor.exe.mui file waitfor - wait/send a signal over a network. 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 waitfor.exe.mui related errors on your device. You can also download waitfor.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 waitfor.exe.mui
File extension MUI
Description waitfor - wait/send a signal over a network
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.)
waitfor.exe.mui

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

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

waitfor.exe.mui

Error

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

OK

Problems related to waitfor.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 waitfor.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.

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of waitfor.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 waitfor.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 waitfor.exe.mui
System Windows 10
File size 11264 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 4a44833d02ec138ed0a81f9751bd713f
SHA1 d34c9f3b5e75d1e4d377f414b3f6e89efd532023
SHA256 dbe1b9476e9a43188bf428459a7d4c676750ca368dadf273563523d55eb6c51c
CRC32 8a8ba8f8
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename waitfor.exe.mui
System Windows 8.1
File size 10752 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 8fa6dd2f1a8c90a815970b36293edce8
SHA1 5ae62cab3c623b51cb138b0f3133334342299393
SHA256 4fe177dc30c992ab52428ba2e3121891588ca9c053c20a00bfcb4b642c7f242b
CRC32 0c0cb302
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename waitfor.exe.mui
System Windows 8
File size 10752 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 87e4605e5cd1cf358e594e7904f5da4f
SHA1 76a8cd659b6af730735cfc6e1a50e8b12c0eda20
SHA256 f85c30708a027981822900a214d43f5ff8670f8ba535a9d50adbfa9ad50cc7bd
CRC32 952b5b29
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename waitfor.exe.mui
System Windows 7
File size 10752 bytes
Date 2011-04-12
File details
MD5 02379757aa1798b2769c850065d7d348
SHA1 cc840f0eb07a73ef9f37a62fb6f9a083b4187141
SHA256 0d374eebcc1f3711cd2a380f52099e35fd1d31f9016fd3a35ce4288d92bcda81
CRC32 87a46ee8
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
Filename waitfor.exe.mui
System Windows 7
File size 10752 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 45b954517a1de32dc0c7fbd1a0bd43ef
SHA1 e230bd75867d86f96c07dde2b18d620e02becea1
SHA256 97a06b07259cf1fc035fbd517c4d6a16ede251976034e3f0326b0ce59e3cd4a4
CRC32 32893da0
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
Filename waitfor.exe.mui
System Windows Vista
File size 11264 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 63c659fd5991e87de373c3aa25876686
SHA1 f385bdba31f5bd217a031476ba2858a80b2d174f
SHA256 655cc7e406157c4b03a6a5062fe3a58f1ad629a34ef81ae2d7e4a71c62ca656d
CRC32 0a7598bb
Example file location ---
Filename waitfor.exe.mui
System Windows Vista
File size 10752 bytes
Date 2006-11-02
File details
MD5 b923cb3a189592a0cc74447f1f8473d4
SHA1 049650817c41ff8476313358bce551bb960b9c9e
SHA256 7434080326e54cd377ba991d360d62baf42fb7c12997f3e515cdce23e0170b47
CRC32 e608cccf
Example file location ---