smclib.sys Informations - Download and Fix

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

smclib.sys file Smart Card Driver Library. 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 smclib.sys related errors on your device. You can also download smclib.sys file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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

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 smclib.sys

4.1 List of smclib.sys file versions

File info

General information
Filename	smclib.sys
File extension	SYS
Description	Smart Card Driver Library

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Driver
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common smclib.sys file related problems

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

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

smclib.sys

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

Problems related to smclib.sys 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 smclib.sys 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 smclib.sys errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace smclib.sys 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 smclib.sys file.

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your smclib.sys 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 smclib.sys

System Windows 10

File size 17920 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	a5b35880b71c4840a5e5f5803f1915a9
	SHA1	6e04fd33aad6e58216de600dd4cf7ec1925aa335
	SHA256	73ac030927a5d8bf678035bdba92296d64bb7f7add33fe7b8b23fdabd8baaf41
	CRC32	1fa5c1dc
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename smclib.sys

System Windows 8.1

File size 17408 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	60a88dea71f4f76b11661ad187d8f41b
	SHA1	e4db1a08efb56575b5a36d84b743f3ac6d458c28
	SHA256	bae9aa90e4ae1529af2fffe161d92b385768aa8e8c807e092cfd1bf9f4dc6521
	CRC32	f4c6d44c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename smclib.sys

System Windows 8

File size 17408 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	1eb51d0ec6cc818212fd273f3be216d2
	SHA1	94815faa7f60642e1892f0093cb8c463843d6a6a
	SHA256	37ad382b76cfea0c5b200645a2af6af3d0a104b5e1e48b7e37b853bcef186bbf
	CRC32	4d4e0713
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename smclib.sys

System Windows 7

File size 20992 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	a80348ba03e96c70852959655ca3e084
	SHA1	ba53d03bff51aa92cb0add0e382881180691cc36
	SHA256	0f785959b4af092fba845385e1bbe5bba35e927f4fbb74d5f30edbf75fdda66e
	CRC32	b57a0937
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename smclib.sys

System Windows Vista

File size 20992 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	5918eaffc1bedf8cd9dc8f147fc7b8bc
	SHA1	1c8ae3a0987705d834c3d151c8af507a43e76b27
	SHA256	dd08a87089c670f97f76987c03ade3d4db7a3ba4376ddb135c141fcfa19bfd9e
	CRC32	cd5e5951
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\

Filename smclib.sys

System Windows XP

File size 14592 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	017daecf0ed3aa731313433601ec40fa
	SHA1	00974bc36052110ff322bc29f83681f3c15ee6b8
	SHA256	11763179c5cc6b354b65ad0e1db9a71f0f3a08f892b71041d60a6637761c54a8
	CRC32	4146e160
	Example file location	---