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How to Download and Fix win.ini?

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

win.ini file Windows Initialization. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Office software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of win.ini related errors on your device. You can also download win.ini file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 10, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows XP, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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

File info

General information
Filename win.ini
File extension INI
Type Settings
Description Windows Initialization
Software
Program Office 2010
Software Office
Author Microsoft
Software version 2010
Details
File size 167
Oldest file 2006-11-02
Latest file 2017-05-10
win.ini

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

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

win.ini

Error

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

OK

Problems related to win.ini 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 win.ini 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.

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace win.ini 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 win.ini file.

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\
  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\
  • Windows Vista: ---
  • Windows Vista: ---
  • Windows XP: ---
  • Windows XP: ---
  • Windows 8.1: ---
  • Windows 8: ---
  • Windows 8: ---
  • Windows 7: ---
  • Windows 7: ---
  • Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your win.ini 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 win.ini
System Windows 10
File size 167 bytes
Date 2017-05-10
File details
MD5 daa6aad525d12f8985695b882301336f
SHA1 8b798cfdd98f2183c425a7193536b7c9c0ca0ae7
SHA256 b1656831bf49836137898dbadf4e157659b1cf815b7fed786346e1af960b3396
CRC32 e710439b
Example file location C:\Windows\
Filename win.ini
System Windows 10
File size 92 bytes
Date 2009-06-10
File details
MD5 23cf8138f49416231807e6de371fb9e6
SHA1 973672eeae5a05447e47395cde37e8121b7c90fe
SHA256 6b3d6e268dcb76e175a7db3d9e031349ab2c32654c7e57581a851e64dd6214ab
CRC32 d981971b
Example file location C:\Windows\
Filename win.ini
System Windows Vista
File size 219 bytes
Date 2017-05-10
File details
MD5 b3f1d413b206715bbcbfbe80cb1dd9c4
SHA1 bc49b7aeae36c10381afc94a3de80feb037e1ed3
SHA256 d7661c1962cf7083d02e527bd1c398cc471043fcc1ed84919a84e033da582f70
CRC32 25acd418
Example file location ---
Filename win.ini
System Windows Vista
File size 144 bytes
Date 2006-11-02
File details
MD5 db3a6977bf1139fa18de14c52778a930
SHA1 98b3b33ecec1bcac5dde46f19b3ac3c9090d024e
SHA256 10186cbf608f566ff05f428ce6a5f068fc6d57e2449ef41740ccfec12e6c445a
CRC32 3bc40b3f
Example file location ---
Filename win.ini
System Windows XP
File size 188 bytes
Date 2017-05-10
File details
MD5 b9c82d1489598671470ecbc758469478
SHA1 0b236c071db8ad3b1633437dc1a45fe1a74664c5
SHA256 c42ee1b3e3d8548cfe30846c7b338545856658ccb37c1b925ca2b33f1973b081
CRC32 60cfeccb
Example file location ---
Filename win.ini
System Windows XP
File size 188 bytes
Date 2017-05-10
File details
MD5 e50972df270be239abe99a6fec24eb88
SHA1 b547d2ba8cdaaec37468c681ed779a83414696c2
SHA256 d0029f68f5c597c64a3a1ba7d5cac9f58c72712edb666871a386ecc612317288
CRC32 32f68516
Example file location ---
Filename win.ini
System Windows 8.1
File size 92 bytes
Date 2009-06-10
File details
MD5 23cf8138f49416231807e6de371fb9e6
SHA1 973672eeae5a05447e47395cde37e8121b7c90fe
SHA256 6b3d6e268dcb76e175a7db3d9e031349ab2c32654c7e57581a851e64dd6214ab
CRC32 d981971b
Example file location ---
Filename win.ini
System Windows 8
File size 167 bytes
Date 2017-05-10
File details
MD5 daa6aad525d12f8985695b882301336f
SHA1 8b798cfdd98f2183c425a7193536b7c9c0ca0ae7
SHA256 b1656831bf49836137898dbadf4e157659b1cf815b7fed786346e1af960b3396
CRC32 e710439b
Example file location ---
Filename win.ini
System Windows 8
File size 92 bytes
Date 2009-06-10
File details
MD5 23cf8138f49416231807e6de371fb9e6
SHA1 973672eeae5a05447e47395cde37e8121b7c90fe
SHA256 6b3d6e268dcb76e175a7db3d9e031349ab2c32654c7e57581a851e64dd6214ab
CRC32 d981971b
Example file location ---
Filename win.ini
System Windows 7
File size 167 bytes
Date 2017-05-10
File details
MD5 daa6aad525d12f8985695b882301336f
SHA1 8b798cfdd98f2183c425a7193536b7c9c0ca0ae7
SHA256 b1656831bf49836137898dbadf4e157659b1cf815b7fed786346e1af960b3396
CRC32 e710439b
Example file location ---
Filename win.ini
System Windows 7
File size 92 bytes
Date 2009-06-10
File details
MD5 23cf8138f49416231807e6de371fb9e6
SHA1 973672eeae5a05447e47395cde37e8121b7c90fe
SHA256 6b3d6e268dcb76e175a7db3d9e031349ab2c32654c7e57581a851e64dd6214ab
CRC32 d981971b
Example file location ---
Filename win.ini
System Windows XP
File size 92 bytes
Date 2009-06-10
File details
MD5 23cf8138f49416231807e6de371fb9e6
SHA1 973672eeae5a05447e47395cde37e8121b7c90fe
SHA256 6b3d6e268dcb76e175a7db3d9e031349ab2c32654c7e57581a851e64dd6214ab
CRC32 d981971b
Example file location ---