System Configuration.lnk Informations - Download and Fix

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

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

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

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Fix System Configuration.lnk errors

1 Information about System Configuration.lnk file
2 Errors related to System Configuration.lnk file
3 How to fix System Configuration.lnk related errors?

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download System Configuration.lnk

4.1 List of System Configuration.lnk file versions

File info

General information
Filename	System Configuration.lnk
File extension	LNK
Type	Shortcut
Description	Windows File Shortcut

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	1116
Oldest file	2006-11-02
Latest file	2017-03-18

Most common System Configuration.lnk file related problems

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

System Configuration.lnk is corrupted
System Configuration.lnk cannot be located
Runtime Error - System Configuration.lnk
System Configuration.lnk file error
System Configuration.lnk file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register System Configuration.lnk file:
System Configuration.lnk file could not be loaded
System Configuration.lnk file doesn't exist

System Configuration.lnk

Application could not be started because System Configuration.lnk file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to System Configuration.lnk 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 System Configuration.lnk 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.

How to fix System Configuration.lnk errors in just few steps?

Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!

System Configuration.lnk 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

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with System Configuration.lnk 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.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to System Configuration.lnk file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "Windows Update" in the search field
Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
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 System Configuration.lnk 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 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 System Configuration.lnk file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the System Configuration.lnk file with properly working version. To use the tool:

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "cmd" in the search field
Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the System Configuration.lnk file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "System Restore" in the search field
Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the System Configuration.lnk 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 System Configuration.lnk file

The last solution is to manually download and replace System Configuration.lnk 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 System Configuration.lnk file.

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

Windows 10: C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Administrative Tools\
Windows 7: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows 8.1: ---
Windows 8: ---

If the steps did not solve your System Configuration.lnk 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 System Configuration.lnk

System Windows 10

File size 1116 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	13e50f3d0813db82852cece7025899d7
	SHA1	a5fe89e4771080c77dd68059ef6828f887e8ce4f
	SHA256	8c28fc5469567e6b4bdfcb6813d2de37d11a4da8ee17734b3cb7621a38ce0dcc
	CRC32	a54424e2
	Example file location	C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Administrative Tools\

Filename System Configuration.lnk

System Windows 7

File size 1246 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	31db96f8180a2af4d20c25a6687dde63
	SHA1	7af64e40665ab5c38c0060be137d99dfbb28c91e
	SHA256	5694fcd0d935c9c830090024c39196db3074d7d8bafc52915c4e0d2733d89dea
	CRC32	a8f21b81
	Example file location	---

Filename System Configuration.lnk

System Windows Vista

File size 1646 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	956f754a3abf6e807b824cee1f650342
	SHA1	a9beb16d7a7ccbc44b31667fbe25e3c1f247c353
	SHA256	baca6f307c28fa7fbb6e0c3a3e7e568cdfceab70b4d5b323a803658176ccfce6
	CRC32	967bd8b9
	Example file location	---

Filename System Configuration.lnk

System Windows 8.1

File size 1116 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	13e50f3d0813db82852cece7025899d7
	SHA1	a5fe89e4771080c77dd68059ef6828f887e8ce4f
	SHA256	8c28fc5469567e6b4bdfcb6813d2de37d11a4da8ee17734b3cb7621a38ce0dcc
	CRC32	a54424e2
	Example file location	---

Filename System Configuration.lnk

System Windows 8

File size 1116 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

Download

File details
	MD5	13e50f3d0813db82852cece7025899d7
	SHA1	a5fe89e4771080c77dd68059ef6828f887e8ce4f
	SHA256	8c28fc5469567e6b4bdfcb6813d2de37d11a4da8ee17734b3cb7621a38ce0dcc
	CRC32	a54424e2
	Example file location	---