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res2.log - Repair Issues and Download

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing res2.log 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 res2.log file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

res2.log file Log. 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 res2.log related errors on your device. You can also download res2.log file compatible with Windows XP, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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Fix res2.log errors

File info

General information
Filename res2.log
File extension LOG
Type Text
Description Log
Software
Program Windows XP
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version XP
Details
File size 131072
Oldest file 2017-04-24
Latest file 2017-04-24
res2.log

There are various types of errors related to res2.log file. res2.log 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 res2.log file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

  • res2.log is corrupted
  • res2.log cannot be located
  • Runtime Error - res2.log
  • res2.log file error
  • res2.log file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
  • cannot register res2.log file:
  • res2.log file could not be loaded
  • res2.log file doesn't exist

res2.log

Error

Application could not be started because res2.log file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

OK

Problems related to res2.log 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 res2.log 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.

res2.log 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 res2.log 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 res2.log 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 res2.log 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 res2.log file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the res2.log 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 res2.log 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 res2.log 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 res2.log file

The last solution is to manually download and replace res2.log 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 res2.log file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of res2.log file example directory paths.

  • Windows XP: C:\WINDOWS\security\
  • Windows XP: C:\WINDOWS\security\

If the steps did not solve your res2.log 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 res2.log
System Windows XP
File size 131072 bytes
Date 2017-04-24
Download
File details
MD5 7ebb1e4380f2fd1d63b9a59999798d98
SHA1 3ae567973e5cdfc08ea57fe201fc813c5400b77d
SHA256 05551d3bd5b0802d188bc07bae05df314c48ac7deb291bef6e8b9080d693189f
CRC32 7c86c4dd
Example file location C:\WINDOWS\security\
Filename res2.log
System Windows XP
File size 1048576 bytes
Date 2017-04-24
Download
File details
MD5 87e50e8586dba6b53a60855024388427
SHA1 c5da0da29f0b311142b7b234235069a27fd40dc6
SHA256 4ec923270db17db7609fe39206bebbce31483d4aeee6a7d69d854bd89910b8b0
CRC32 00eb27de
Example file location C:\WINDOWS\security\