How to Download and Repair L3codecp.acm (3 Step Guide)

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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l3codecp.acm, also known as a MPEG Audio Layer-3 Codec for MSACM file, was created by Microsoft for the development of Fraunhofer IIS MPEG Audio Layer-3 ACM codec. ACM files fall under under the Win32 DLL (Driver) file type category.

The first version of l3codecp.acm was released for the Windows Vista Operating System on 11/08/2006 inside Windows Vista. The most recent version [file version 3, 4, 0, 0] was introduced on 07/29/2015 for Windows 10. l3codecp.acm is included with Windows 10, Windows 8, and Windows Vista.

In this article, you will find detailed l3codecp.acm information, a ACM file troubleshooting guide, and a list of versions that are available for free download.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	l3codecp.acm
File Extension:	ACM file extension
Description:	MPEG Audio Layer-3 Codec for MSACM
Object File Type:	Driver
File Operating System:	Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	Fraunhofer Institut Integrierte Schaltungen IIS
Software Program:	Fraunhofer IIS MPEG Audio Layer-3 ACM codec
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © 2004 Fraunhofer IIS

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x2a440
Code Size:	172544

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File Info	Description
File Size:	185 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:03:18 18:18:24+00:00
File Inode Change Date/Time:	2017:11:05 07:07:54+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2003:05:03 04:34:17+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.10
Code Size:	172544
Initialized Data Size:	20480
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x2a440
OS Version:	10.0
Image Version:	10.0
Subsystem Version:	10.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	3.4.0.0
Product Version Number:	3.4.0.0
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Windows NT 32-bit
Object File Type:	Driver
File Subtype:	8
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Fraunhofer Institut Integrierte Schaltungen IIS
File Description:	MPEG Audio Layer-3 Codec for MSACM
File Version:	3, 4, 0, 0
Internal Name:	l3codec.acm
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © 2004 Fraunhofer IIS
Original Filename:	l3codec.acm
Product Name:	Fraunhofer IIS MPEG Audio Layer-3 ACM codec
Product Version:	3, 4, 0, 0

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What are l3codecp.acm Error Messages?

l3codecp.acm Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) Errors

There are a number of reasons why you could be encountering issues with l3codecp.acm. Most of the issues concerning acm files involve Blue Screen of Death (BSOD) errors. These types of l3codecp.acm errors can be cause by hardware problems, outdated firmware, corrupt drivers, or other software-related (eg. Windows update) issues. Some of these errors include:

l3codecp.acm could not be found.
l3codecp.acm failed to load.
The file l3codecp.acm is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - l3codecp.acm.

A problem has been detected and Windows has been shut down to prevent damage to your computer. The problem seems to be caused by the following file: l3codecp.acm.

:( Your PC ran into a problem that it couldn't handle, and now needs to restart. You can search for the error online: [BSOD] (l3codecp.acm).

STOP 0x0000000A: IRQL NOT LESS EQUAL (l3codecp.acm) STOP 0x00000050: PAGE FAULT IN A NONPAGED AREA (l3codecp.acm) STOP 0x0000003B: SYSTEM SERVICE EXCEPTION (l3codecp.acm) STOP 0x0000007E: SYSTEM THREAD EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED (l3codecp.acm) STOP 0×0000007A: KERNEL DATA INPAGE (l3codecp.acm) STOP 0x0000001E: KMODE EXCEPTION NOT HANDLED (l3codecp.acm)

It's Critical to Resolve Blue Screen of Death Errors

In the majority of cases, you will encounter l3codecp.acm BSOD errors after you've installed new hardware, software (Windows), or performed a failed Windows Update. In other cases, software corruption caused by a malware infection can lead to l3codecp.acm Blue Screen of Death errors. Therefore, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

GEEK TIP : As a rule of thumb, it's always a good idea to create a Windows "Snapshot" backup / System Restore Point before making any hardware or software changes to your computer. That way, it's very easy to restore your system in the unfortunate event you encounter a l3codecp.acm Blue Screen of Death error after recent changes.

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How to Fix l3codecp.acm Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your l3codecp.acm issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.

Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click System Restore.
Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the l3codecp.acm error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing l3codecp.acm file.

System File Checker is a utility included with every Windows version that allows you scan and restore corrupted system files. Use the SFC tool to fix missing or corrupt l3codecp.acm files (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "cmd" but DO NOT PRESS "ENTER".
Press and hold "CTRL-Shift" on your keyboard while pressing "ENTER".
You'll be prompted with a permission dialog box.
In the box, click "YES".
You should have a black screen with a blinking cursor.
In that black screen, type "sfc /scannow" and hit "ENTER".
SFC will begin scanning for l3codecp.acm issues and any other system file problems.
Follow any on-screen commands to complete the process.

Please be aware that this scan might take a while, so please be patient while it is working.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

sfc /scannow

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many l3codecp.acm error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the l3codecp.acm error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.

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If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your l3codecp.acm File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate l3codecp.acm file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free l3codecp.acm files for every applicable version of Windows. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download l3codecp.acm Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy the file into the appropriate directory for your Windows version:

Windows Vista: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\

Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 10.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve l3codecp.acm problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.

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Download l3codecp.acm Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying l3codecp.acm to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Windows ACM files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing l3codecp.acm and all other ACM files for Windows. An incorrectly installed ACM file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 10

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

l3codecp.acm

3.4.0.0

3, 4, 0, 0

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Fraunhofer IIS MPEG Audio Layer-3 ACM codec
Software Version:	3.4.0.0
File Version:	3, 4, 0, 0
File Size:	189440
File Date:	03/18/2017
MD5 Checksum:	8cb8e75b0fb0ab840899023dcacf56d6
SHA1 Checksum:	4eaa7e335769e16d74a68ed66928ea97a26910f8
SHA256 Checksum:	57d1cd617b57ebf1d4dad3b27f16455ff86f15eab45f9d7925d468061468ece5
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	20480
Linker Version:	14.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	10.0
File Modification Date/Time:	03/18/2017

Windows Vista

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

l3codecp.acm

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
File Size:	220672
MD5 Checksum:	95a6dae184fc86ab9215374b7c6390f9
SHA1 Checksum:	c6cf258efb2a9f39e934cb1bdbbc4fc236531448
SHA256 Checksum:	aee5b146496142942e388a3463b9118dc1316372093bcb28fb6c42546285f249
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
There is no information available.

l3codecp.acm

3.4.0.0

3, 4, 0, 0

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
Software:	Fraunhofer IIS MPEG Audio Layer-3 ACM codec
Software Version:	3.4.0.0
File Version:	3, 4, 0, 0
File Size:	181760
File Date:	01/21/2008
MD5 Checksum:	0549c8d4352fee6df875bc56acf5d5ef
SHA1 Checksum:	62adfcb07f425ac1fae5b3e535703ddfd04228f2
SHA256 Checksum:	0faa55da12539a244b369b0d01dbd810560cb68e9dcded722a1cc05ede6ae03e
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	6.0
Initialized Data Size:	18944
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	01/21/2008

Windows 8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

l3codecp.acm

3.4.0.0

3, 4, 0, 0

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8
Software:	Fraunhofer IIS MPEG Audio Layer-3 ACM codec
Software Version:	3.4.0.0
File Version:	3, 4, 0, 0
File Size:	215552
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	7ddfda12db20167f1d9c8aff0def1bdd
SHA1 Checksum:	b5d0d91cff04aab6747528622e882a74f7824e46
SHA256 Checksum:	54511d384476f0cb6d4ad72a8e38f8a205a14e7c16d072aae6cc6f6044e8fcba
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	6.2
Initialized Data Size:	20480
Linker Version:	10.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.2
File Modification Date/Time:	07/26/2012

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imaadp32.acm	Microsoft Audio Compression Manager Codec	Windows Vista	17408	C:\Windows\Boot\EFI\
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l3codecp.acm	MPEG Audio Layer-3 Codec for MSACM	Fraunhofer IIS MPEG Audio Layer-3 ACM codec (3, 4, 0, 0)	215552	C:\Windows\System32\LogFiles\WMI\RtBackup\
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