How to Download and Fix DESKSAM.SAM?

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

DESKSAM.SAM file desksam import/export translator. 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 DESKSAM.SAM related errors on your device. You can also download DESKSAM.SAM file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows XP, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows XP, Windows 8

User popularity

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download DESKSAM.SAM

4.1 List of DESKSAM.SAM file versions

File info

General information
Filename	DESKSAM.SAM
File extension	SAM
Description	desksam import/export translator

Software
Program	Microsoft Outlook
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Dynamic link library
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© 2010 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Windows, Latin1
Language cod	Neutral

Most common DESKSAM.SAM file related problems

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

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

DESKSAM.SAM

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

Problems related to DESKSAM.SAM 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 DESKSAM.SAM 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 DESKSAM.SAM errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace DESKSAM.SAM 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 DESKSAM.SAM file.

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

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office15\CONVERT\
Windows 7: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office14\CONVERT\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---
Windows XP: ---
Windows 8: ---

If the steps did not solve your DESKSAM.SAM 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 DESKSAM.SAM

System Windows 10

File size 20080 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	82e9dc1a70ebe578ed5a29d13f8fc877
	SHA1	143540ac785662709564e0d21af50a8b72b6fcf6
	SHA256	ff50c5987d11077d7aea72cd6b280df0107dc770ac5fcb585cfe6c567bd666b7
	CRC32	673d9ef7
	Example file location	C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office15\CONVERT\

Filename DESKSAM.SAM

System Windows 7

File size 19840 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	e077f5cbdfaaf06ba072ce380dcb6b4b
	SHA1	e4dda72b458ccb82b8fae35600d2d43eb98367a9
	SHA256	6c1d58e1b39e15fa938eee1eddc5f20058578a6b1246c56b69f97a7f596f96ee
	CRC32	976bf0f6
	Example file location	C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Office\Office14\CONVERT\

Filename DESKSAM.SAM

System Windows Vista

File size 19768 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	062fad8fde1ad99b85305b37e0e52cb7
	SHA1	87f46772cfbb6116c31655d6864a1cded176027e
	SHA256	9e6a92602eb6f412dda481f0b6fb83fbb79277c081354a2f2242193c92f6aaf0
	CRC32	d110fb83
	Example file location	---

Filename DESKSAM.SAM

System Windows XP

File size 17464 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	074853f46591c82588f0e838b56e3e08
	SHA1	97d44d426a61690b2e78eb32705f02495bc332a5
	SHA256	55ad1e2169344c3d6adffec9730c8c70e093e80a2068e634a55f13ec71c281b1
	CRC32	b499cdd1
	Example file location	---

Filename DESKSAM.SAM

System Windows XP

File size 30112 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	423d7e918be24e5ea01f28d41f001df8
	SHA1	64a26e12ad9fa37b1e6a8a21a6508bad3ecf94b4
	SHA256	1cbec21bd360b3ee304828aa48dede089e151339aad4cd2d292cf1dce22b196a
	CRC32	3f1707cc
	Example file location	---

Filename DESKSAM.SAM

System Windows 8

File size 20080 bytes

Date 2017-05-10

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File details
	MD5	82e9dc1a70ebe578ed5a29d13f8fc877
	SHA1	143540ac785662709564e0d21af50a8b72b6fcf6
	SHA256	ff50c5987d11077d7aea72cd6b280df0107dc770ac5fcb585cfe6c567bd666b7
	CRC32	673d9ef7
	Example file location	---