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Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.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 Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.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 Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk related errors on your device. You can also download Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.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.

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

File info

General information
Filename Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk
File extension LNK
Type Shortcut
Description Windows File Shortcut
Software
Program Windows 10
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version 10
Details
File size 1156
Oldest file 2008-01-21
Latest file 2017-03-18
Fix File Errors

There are various types of errors related to Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk file. Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.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 Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

  • Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk is corrupted
  • Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk cannot be located
  • Runtime Error - Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk
  • Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk file error
  • Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
  • cannot register Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk file:
  • Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk file could not be loaded
  • Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk file doesn't exist

Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk

Error

Application could not be started because Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

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Problems related to Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.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 Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.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.

Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.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.

Windows Update

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk 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 Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.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

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 Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk 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 Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk 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 Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.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 Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk file

The last solution is to manually download and replace Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.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 Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.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 Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.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 Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk
System Windows 10
File size 1156 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 8685f09985dbaa7f952b0edb2fcffbdf
SHA1 20f76fa07407ef56fca899ee9281cef930cb0b2a
SHA256 3e1712555149a5bae1aef79193e576d220f6513e68e2dc1029f1aa28e6d0b3d4
CRC32 e6ec9f39
Example file location C:\ProgramData\Microsoft\Windows\Start Menu\Programs\Administrative Tools\
Filename Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk
System Windows 7
File size 1274 bytes
Date 2009-07-14
File details
MD5 1339262af644158a15ceaddfbd2ffcfe
SHA1 024690ebe5e1ea9d4bedf40998671d2f20cf3c99
SHA256 5e3cbb89d5d9a76101b48bf3b57c2eddb37ed81ebf90948a2907de849bca7092
CRC32 23560f0b
Example file location ---
Filename Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk
System Windows Vista
File size 1650 bytes
Date 2008-01-21
File details
MD5 29ec0d60b8e387a847bee2f5ce295aaa
SHA1 4032566bbdbfd4b07f14973e6e408bb1b57b7f03
SHA256 e8dc9c558fa9d717f0b4a50287adaafb318d6605fe738a3f82887440e3b8b308
CRC32 d0f9e364
Example file location ---
Filename Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk
System Windows 8.1
File size 1156 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 8685f09985dbaa7f952b0edb2fcffbdf
SHA1 20f76fa07407ef56fca899ee9281cef930cb0b2a
SHA256 3e1712555149a5bae1aef79193e576d220f6513e68e2dc1029f1aa28e6d0b3d4
CRC32 e6ec9f39
Example file location ---
Filename Windows Firewall with Advanced Security.lnk
System Windows 8
File size 1156 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 8685f09985dbaa7f952b0edb2fcffbdf
SHA1 20f76fa07407ef56fca899ee9281cef930cb0b2a
SHA256 3e1712555149a5bae1aef79193e576d220f6513e68e2dc1029f1aa28e6d0b3d4
CRC32 e6ec9f39
Example file location ---