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Fix psmodulediscoveryprovider.mof Errors

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

psmodulediscoveryprovider.mof file Managed Object Format. 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 psmodulediscoveryprovider.mof related errors on your device. You can also download psmodulediscoveryprovider.mof file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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Fix psmodulediscoveryprovider.mof errors

File info

General information
Filename psmodulediscoveryprovider.mof
File extension MOF
Type Text
Description Managed Object Format
Software
Program Windows 10
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version 10
Details
File size 4148
Oldest file 2012-06-02
Latest file 2017-03-18
Fix File Errors

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

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

psmodulediscoveryprovider.mof

Error

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

OK

Problems related to psmodulediscoveryprovider.mof 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 psmodulediscoveryprovider.mof 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.

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace psmodulediscoveryprovider.mof 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 psmodulediscoveryprovider.mof file.

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows 8.1: ---
  • Windows 8: ---

If the steps did not solve your psmodulediscoveryprovider.mof 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 psmodulediscoveryprovider.mof
System Windows 10
File size 4148 bytes
Date 2012-06-02
Download
File details
MD5 007893e8374c766471239eb291ba8c17
SHA1 6b037de8b252ecd940cdd9dfe7aa481f52e25b8d
SHA256 6824a632dd6461344c33637af9710ff8b6c47adb037f78fa7a14c4a2caa29045
CRC32 19c7e23a
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename psmodulediscoveryprovider.mof
System Windows 8.1
File size 4148 bytes
Date 2012-06-02
Download
File details
MD5 007893e8374c766471239eb291ba8c17
SHA1 6b037de8b252ecd940cdd9dfe7aa481f52e25b8d
SHA256 6824a632dd6461344c33637af9710ff8b6c47adb037f78fa7a14c4a2caa29045
CRC32 19c7e23a
Example file location ---
Filename psmodulediscoveryprovider.mof
System Windows 8
File size 4148 bytes
Date 2012-06-02
Download
File details
MD5 007893e8374c766471239eb291ba8c17
SHA1 6b037de8b252ecd940cdd9dfe7aa481f52e25b8d
SHA256 6824a632dd6461344c33637af9710ff8b6c47adb037f78fa7a14c4a2caa29045
CRC32 19c7e23a
Example file location ---