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How to Download and Fix gpupdate.exe.mui?

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

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

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

File info

General information
Filename gpupdate.exe.mui
File extension MUI
Description Microsoft® Group Policy Update Utility
Software
Program Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author Microsoft Corporation
Details
MIME type application/octet-stream
File type Executable application
System Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set Unicode
Language cod English (U.S.)
gpupdate.exe.mui

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

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

gpupdate.exe.mui

Error

Application could not be started because gpupdate.exe.mui file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

OK

Problems related to gpupdate.exe.mui 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 gpupdate.exe.mui 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.

gpupdate.exe.mui 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 gpupdate.exe.mui 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 gpupdate.exe.mui 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 gpupdate.exe.mui 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 gpupdate.exe.mui file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the gpupdate.exe.mui 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 gpupdate.exe.mui 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 gpupdate.exe.mui 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 gpupdate.exe.mui file

The last solution is to manually download and replace gpupdate.exe.mui 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 gpupdate.exe.mui file.

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
  • Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
  • Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
  • Windows Vista: ---
  • Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your gpupdate.exe.mui 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 gpupdate.exe.mui
System Windows 10
File size 13824 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 5269f2e375b66a2ef134f1b109d7cc80
SHA1 8de45a604c8df4c8982b045bb5f3e2588a1f4ab2
SHA256 7aacc0313d931a05b302e1c37a6635bea393451d32d5c8bcf69f9dc749abd438
CRC32 17067535
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename gpupdate.exe.mui
System Windows 8.1
File size 13312 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 0b23bd851119c8745c221fb51620657a
SHA1 f220106afd7440d94fffbb4573d930b26e8f1eba
SHA256 c6e2fe2a26d9f0a15fe13650b889eeca46b7fd3b6f4287a39d7c8ae00cc1e6db
CRC32 615d233b
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename gpupdate.exe.mui
System Windows 8
File size 13312 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 c0efc10b8af9368a730dbb042f75beb4
SHA1 bc6a3c3bb5cb0c298daedbf530c0e7acc36b7648
SHA256 4113f1e0d266c16ad7da763427723f6f508b3b08f19cd498c835e69602e87fa5
CRC32 023b650d
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename gpupdate.exe.mui
System Windows 7
File size 13312 bytes
Date 2011-04-12
File details
MD5 74f38e1a204a18db81c169ef2d0c73b8
SHA1 a9abc8b2dd164660a71406949ce32e28449eecfa
SHA256 2aec9876e8568ec9d0aa5024f09cecde5cce5a7e4f86a265a574334a89c1537e
CRC32 ef60fb28
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename gpupdate.exe.mui
System Windows 7
File size 13312 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 e545bf9a8c72707fd915c0cd9662f091
SHA1 21d575203ab1d0c898ab0213e531646d8843f386
SHA256 bbb45aef3068189509672ca7e502b9039aba76a1b5420358287a135c6a25ce38
CRC32 0375601a
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename gpupdate.exe.mui
System Windows Vista
File size 13312 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 c2d6e1faa24f53643aa89b11560b14a7
SHA1 c9dd7144cc43c6cce42d49241d4a0fda62827326
SHA256 9c1972e475e67b1b1f84131aa61ac4e337dd77c32c66bcba0d01052dcbad0afd
CRC32 f02f97b3
Example file location ---
Filename gpupdate.exe.mui
System Windows Vista
File size 12800 bytes
Date 2006-11-02
File details
MD5 f33f5a43a6685c8f58507238250409f6
SHA1 cd87f9023ec767f299a656b1d6ad9751e476ae32
SHA256 094fac95e43403226e2a857007c65b074633af5ad796774f9c35c54313cb9265
CRC32 2c2e818c
Example file location ---