How to Update, Download, and Fix AgentAnm.dll

Last Updated: 11/29/2023
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AgentAnm.dll uses the DLL file extension, which is more specifically known as a Microsoft Character Animation Player file. It is classified as a Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file, created for Microsoft Character Animation Player by Microsoft.

The first version of AgentAnm.dll was released for the Windows Vista Operating System on 11/08/2006 inside Windows Vista. The most recent version [file version 2.00.0.3427] was introduced on 10/25/2001 for Windows XP.

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, DLL file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of AgentAnm.dll.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	AgentAnm.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	Microsoft Character Animation Player
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Operating System:	Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	Microsoft Corporation
Software Program:	Microsoft Character Animation Player
Legal Copyright:	Copyright (C) Microsoft Corp. 1997-98

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x4e56
Code Size:	19456

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File Info	Description
File Size:	24 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2008:04:14 12:00:00+00:00
File Inode Change Date/Time:	2017:11:05 07:07:15+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2008:04:14 00:09:24+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	7.10
Code Size:	19456
Initialized Data Size:	3584
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x4e56
OS Version:	5.1
Image Version:	5.1
Subsystem Version:	4.10
Subsystem:	Windows command line
File Version Number:	2.0.0.3427
Product Version Number:	2.0.0.3427
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Windows NT 32-bit
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Microsoft Corporation
File Description:	Microsoft Character Animation Player
File Version:	2.00.0.3427
Internal Name:	AgentAnm
Legal Copyright:	Copyright (C) Microsoft Corp. 1997-98
Original Filename:	AgentAnm.dll
Product Name:	Microsoft Character Animation Player
Product Version:	2.00.0.3427
Comments:
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What are AgentAnm.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library AgentAnm.dll Errors

AgentAnm.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like AgentAnm.dll, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like sapisvr.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Windows) could share the same AgentAnm.dll file, saving valuable memory allocation, therefore making your computer run more efficiently.

Unfortunately, what makes DLL files so convenient and efficient, also makes them extremely vulnerable to problems. If something happens to a shared DLL file, either it goes missing or gets corrupted in some way, it can generate a "runtime" error message. Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these errors are triggered when AgentAnm.dll is attempted to be loaded either when Windows is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common AgentAnm.dll errors include:

Access Violation at address - AgentAnm.dll.
AgentAnm.dll could not be found.
Cannot find C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\AgentAnm.dll.
Cannot register AgentAnm.dll.
Cannot start Windows. A required component is missing: AgentAnm.dll. Please install Windows again.
Failed to load AgentAnm.dll.
The application has failed to start because AgentAnm.dll was not found.
The file AgentAnm.dll is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because AgentAnm.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your AgentAnm.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Windows), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, AgentAnm.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Windows, system crash while loading AgentAnm.dll, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or quite commonly, a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

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How to Fix AgentAnm.dll 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 AgentAnm.dll 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 AgentAnm.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing AgentAnm.dll 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 AgentAnm.dll 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 AgentAnm.dll 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 AgentAnm.dll 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 AgentAnm.dll 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 AgentAnm.dll 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 AgentAnm.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free AgentAnm.dll 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 AgentAnm.dll 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 XP: C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\
Windows XP: C:\Windows\MSAgent\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\MSAgent64\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\MSAgent\

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 XP.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve AgentAnm.dll 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 AgentAnm.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying AgentAnm.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Windows DLL 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 AgentAnm.dll and all other DLL files for Windows. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows XP

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

AgentAnm.dll

2.0.0.3427

2.00.0.3427

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows XP
Software:	Microsoft Character Animation Player
Software Version:	2.0.0.3427
File Version:	2.00.0.3427
File Size:	24064
File Date:	04/14/2008
MD5 Checksum:	c08f348afc0ecb15e248135a246521f9
SHA1 Checksum:	30ccf959611ca0b1f131beae65299b7129230d39
SHA256 Checksum:	6b187a95242a821ce1e800dd80cc7a91fdbee498900b2b7fa6225a273a43496c
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\ C:\Windows\MSAgent\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	5.1
Initialized Data Size:	3584
Linker Version:	7.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	4.10
File Modification Date/Time:	04/14/2008

Windows Vista

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

AgentAnm.dll

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
File Size:	34304
MD5 Checksum:	f926a4d15c4fe39d69cadc7604f39c21
SHA1 Checksum:	61de02a491195af1d956bc06aa0d66a8a529bffb
SHA256 Checksum:	e6c753f6004fbd7ed3b8baaff12c32072b2c42595dcb89d538b739f5d69a2cea
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\MSAgent64\

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

AgentAnm.dll

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
File Size:	27648
MD5 Checksum:	f1a310bd346bdf10c7d531ca6d93b045
SHA1 Checksum:	4caa327d3979112c2f9a8bd62d0c11e956121f8b
SHA256 Checksum:	48d091ba4e9aa173402c55bde6dd2f59a129d8077b77a4aab4d64e09c212e12a
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\MSAgent\

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

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