SaMinDrv.dll.mui Troubleshoot and Download

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

SaMinDrv.dll.mui file WIA Scanner Driver (WIA Minidriver). 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 SaMinDrv.dll.mui related errors on your device. You can also download SaMinDrv.dll.mui file compatible with Windows 8, Windows 7 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 8, Windows 7

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Fix SaMinDrv.dll.mui errors

1 Information about SaMinDrv.dll.mui file
2 Errors related to SaMinDrv.dll.mui file
3 How to fix SaMinDrv.dll.mui 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 SaMinDrv.dll.mui

4.1 List of SaMinDrv.dll.mui file versions

File info

General information
Filename	SaMinDrv.dll.mui
File extension	MUI
Description	WIA Scanner Driver (WIA Minidriver)

Software
Program	Windows 8
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	8

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Executable application
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Character set	Windows, Latin1

Most common SaMinDrv.dll.mui file related problems

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

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

SaMinDrv.dll.mui

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

Problems related to SaMinDrv.dll.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 SaMinDrv.dll.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.

How to fix SaMinDrv.dll.mui errors in just few steps?

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

SaMinDrv.dll.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

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace SaMinDrv.dll.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 SaMinDrv.dll.mui file.

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

Windows 8: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\en-US\

If the steps did not solve your SaMinDrv.dll.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 SaMinDrv.dll.mui

System Windows 8

File size 2560 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	21b585dbd93add61b62b33056127ea67
	SHA1	d16eb82da45643175a59916a3856bd64016aab18
	SHA256	8559a6096bb738bcf74ca45643ff5a943a999497ad1b9532b7b462cdfcb3fbf7
	CRC32	b3c9eff5
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\en-US\

Filename SaMinDrv.dll.mui

System Windows 7

File size 2560 bytes

Date 2011-04-12

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File details
	MD5	653358cfeedf5e8d7c9be87cf254804b
	SHA1	c553f4c46dd4c828cb454de0b349ddfa613a00ac
	SHA256	6961b2bb0d605da336edab851443c7a2c102b25564c639d2e7e6fb68345f96f7
	CRC32	8c82561f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\en-US\