How to Download and Fix MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd?

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

MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd file Microsoft Windows Metadata. 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 MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd related errors on your device. You can also download MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd file compatible with Windows 8.1 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 8.1

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Fix MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd errors

1 Information about MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd file
2 Errors related to MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd file
3 How to fix MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd 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 MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd

4.1 List of MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd file versions

File info

General information
Filename	MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd
File extension	WINMD
Type	Dynamic Link Library
Description	Microsoft Windows Metadata

Software
Program	Windows 8.1
Software	Windows
Author	Microsoft
Software version	8.1

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
Entry point	0x0000

Most common MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd file related problems

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

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

MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd

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

Problems related to MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd 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 MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd 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 MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd errors in just few steps?

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

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd 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 MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd file.

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

Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\vpnplugins\sonicwall\

If the steps did not solve your MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd 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 MobileConnectVpnPluginApp.winmd

System Windows 8.1

File size 11760 bytes

Date 2013-08-22

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File details
	MD5	e47544daa07769b32a4bee6ece51bcdf
	SHA1	b0b4fecd62dfec5a7536b1cd977b4cb8761f96c4
	SHA256	3814ff2ae049139a107ee198d279812687b8417acc6695698e20492414f059f7
	CRC32	bec3cf21
	Example file location	C:\Windows\vpnplugins\sonicwall\