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

wbadmin.exe file Command Line Interface for Microsoft® BLB Backup. 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 wbadmin.exe related errors on your device. You can also download wbadmin.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, 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 Vista

File info

General information
Filename wbadmin.exe
File extension EXE
Description Command Line Interface for Microsoft® BLB Backup
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.)
wbadmin.exe

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

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

wbadmin.exe

Error

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

OK

Problems related to wbadmin.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 wbadmin.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.

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

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

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

If the steps did not solve your wbadmin.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 wbadmin.exe
System Windows 10
File size 244224 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 9d09a00446948b98a942fdd5cf4a63cc
SHA1 c90ad316986b23e452ed0678b4065d4994c0993c
SHA256 eeadcfaded64a2f3b24b4c943d51b2270a2b6d43949d7e8d822260cd5a935dc1
CRC32 0e465289
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename wbadmin.exe
System Windows 8.1
File size 246784 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 b4a14b067dd4ad023949c2fe640ce714
SHA1 e136a23dfc0ed34ec348fd099a6e05bbd4574fff
SHA256 a7d935367e8d90978aa4bfb254c23a4183c1a79d45b4d68dae8baa3693fbed5f
CRC32 f867928e
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename wbadmin.exe
System Windows 8
File size 242176 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 5a968d173fbdc641140052175b3510b9
SHA1 37aa90428184bfb90db5a7599ae3fd68c4a904d0
SHA256 4d81a8adf22187a7c0380c5bd9683ab9765abf4aebee4c0b8dd19a78a72f904a
CRC32 a6beb941
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Filename wbadmin.exe
System Windows 7
File size 265728 bytes
Date 2009-07-14
File details
MD5 10b83e54805a15bcc341fc3ce77a9fae
SHA1 96970eb3e102401756bdf9484476018e548ca903
SHA256 e08be003ddb7e7b41df0dc0450d27ebdd028cd5626933bc6538b6982a037b110
CRC32 e05f34f1
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename wbadmin.exe
System Windows Vista
File size 227328 bytes
Date 2008-01-21
File details
MD5 926a6857eff421962144a94369adfa71
SHA1 4fea3aa4817fc20afca14aa2c1ee6c256fa1481a
SHA256 9de276f5ff4055159dbbf932b60aea9b2c8e3d3fdd573cadc27ea714f0e8879d
CRC32 34bd0498
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\