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Troubleshoot hostname.exe.mui Errors and Download File

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

hostname.exe.mui file Hostname APP. 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 hostname.exe.mui related errors on your device. You can also download hostname.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 hostname.exe.mui
File extension MUI
Description Hostname APP
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.)
hostname.exe.mui

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

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

hostname.exe.mui

Error

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

OK

Problems related to hostname.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 hostname.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.

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of hostname.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\SysWOW64\en-US\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
  • Windows Vista: ---
  • Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your hostname.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 hostname.exe.mui
System Windows 10
File size 3072 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 0d355046a86f4c301447d454336a0be0
SHA1 1377eb2ab252fa00e39dc0c64a29363b1c72ef6b
SHA256 a58c9d700ea0c62e196ea73bf12504f5dc2210d7364098099386612c013fe5d4
CRC32 aba4baf1
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename hostname.exe.mui
System Windows 8.1
File size 5120 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 cd483e2a9c6a8b03356d895f9729658f
SHA1 0e683f37b4c4ba9664e5108211c3fe479fe27e1c
SHA256 7fbe1815c6f31954589df4d17754cc32bcb03deb77df39ea9d6d8bf1e0c272bd
CRC32 e00e6c05
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename hostname.exe.mui
System Windows 8
File size 5120 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 7904d198bd13a03e3e82d4fd54151b65
SHA1 4a501967470ad128cb65af7596e27f9da3f48d94
SHA256 5ba53e498fb6da3763f3680e0946a89ff7f03b5c53771e6e4be713d8ee105cce
CRC32 25892f32
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Filename hostname.exe.mui
System Windows 7
File size 5120 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 ae5062e64eb65e554bd6887ad524a2ef
SHA1 a76c62929ab1bb8e8749ba9ff6f50cb128132427
SHA256 84eb22d05aab75ea7299fc167070e60cc19f0286cc855ec09f5860dba2484515
CRC32 55587708
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
Filename hostname.exe.mui
System Windows 7
File size 5120 bytes
Date 2011-04-12
File details
MD5 ec2572f0c4558af18737f2629f4960af
SHA1 0a794bf04561e3e459ba4b324ab8f2d4b9a44fdf
SHA256 227946375c590f8e344330f87393606a3b1c24c0375a26892b901e5ea9f32934
CRC32 1e395ec7
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
Filename hostname.exe.mui
System Windows Vista
File size 5120 bytes
Date 2006-11-02
File details
MD5 47bf83d766c44e338975cb952615c0d9
SHA1 0833e00d1aeb017588b515f13d01b11ca27fd03b
SHA256 20b85d5727e70a283d7bc2dc2ebe4e0b0417f3ced926c7685dde596af054952c
CRC32 42ec825b
Example file location ---
Filename hostname.exe.mui
System Windows Vista
File size 5632 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 8190c245660713ecef288290c8a1f4c3
SHA1 72dcbc9538edbf8060706bf36b03b57323c4ce06
SHA256 d79d94bd20e382fb5124f7a95390d85725763d98dc1ac1673cb16dafc4feda97
CRC32 0a711b47
Example file location ---