How to Download and Fix Win32_DeviceGuard.mof?

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing Win32_DeviceGuard.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 Win32_DeviceGuard.mof file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

Win32_DeviceGuard.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 Win32_DeviceGuard.mof related errors on your device. You can also download Win32_DeviceGuard.mof file compatible with Windows 10 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10

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Fix Win32_DeviceGuard.mof errors

1 Information about Win32_DeviceGuard.mof file
2 Errors related to Win32_DeviceGuard.mof file
3 How to fix Win32_DeviceGuard.mof 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 Win32_DeviceGuard.mof

4.1 List of Win32_DeviceGuard.mof file versions

File info

General information
Filename	Win32_DeviceGuard.mof
File extension	MOF
Type	Text
Description	Managed Object Format

Software
Program	Windows 10
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	10

Details
File size	2964
Oldest file	2017-03-18
Latest file	2017-03-18

Most common Win32_DeviceGuard.mof file related problems

There are various types of errors related to Win32_DeviceGuard.mof file. Win32_DeviceGuard.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 Win32_DeviceGuard.mof file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

Win32_DeviceGuard.mof is corrupted
Win32_DeviceGuard.mof cannot be located
Runtime Error - Win32_DeviceGuard.mof
Win32_DeviceGuard.mof file error
Win32_DeviceGuard.mof file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register Win32_DeviceGuard.mof file:
Win32_DeviceGuard.mof file could not be loaded
Win32_DeviceGuard.mof file doesn't exist

Win32_DeviceGuard.mof

Application could not be started because Win32_DeviceGuard.mof file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to Win32_DeviceGuard.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 Win32_DeviceGuard.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.

How to fix Win32_DeviceGuard.mof errors in just few steps?

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

Win32_DeviceGuard.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

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with Win32_DeviceGuard.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.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to Win32_DeviceGuard.mof 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 Win32_DeviceGuard.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 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 Win32_DeviceGuard.mof file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the Win32_DeviceGuard.mof 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 Win32_DeviceGuard.mof 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 Win32_DeviceGuard.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 Win32_DeviceGuard.mof file

The last solution is to manually download and replace Win32_DeviceGuard.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 Win32_DeviceGuard.mof file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of Win32_DeviceGuard.mof file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\WINDOWS\system32\wbem\

If the steps did not solve your Win32_DeviceGuard.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 Win32_DeviceGuard.mof

System Windows 10

File size 2964 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	a9104b4d257c10c0ffa6a6fe33bfc268
	SHA1	59ab2d6f8eaad94aba441a6c287e2be31ce624bf
	SHA256	ffe632ad978e07662413fd6c9e4b2da18610e93deefa5b25534d971241447800
	CRC32	c8e09ac5
	Example file location	C:\WINDOWS\system32\wbem\