Ashampoo Ashampoo WinOptimizer DLL ash_inet2.dll

Download Ash_inet2.dll and Fix DLL Errors

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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DLL files such as ash_inet2.dll are categorized as Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) files. As a Ashampoo Internet 3 file, it was created for use in Ashampoo Internet 3 by Ashampoo.

The first version of ash_inet2.dll for Ashampoo Burning Studio Free 1.20.2 was seen on 02/15/2019 in Windows 10. On 01/20/2020, version 3.0.3.69 (0003) was released for Ashampoo WinOptimizer 17.0.24.

Please see below for more detailed information, DLL file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of ash_inet2.dll.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	ash_inet2.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	Ashampoo Internet 3
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	Ashampoo
Software Program:	Ashampoo Internet 3
Legal Copyright:	Copyright (C) 2008-2018 Ashampoo Technology GmbH Co. KG

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x2c425d
Code Size:	4022272

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File Info	Description
File Size:	5.3 MB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:02:04 03:10:06+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2018:11:16 11:28:12+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.0
Code Size:	4022272
Initialized Data Size:	1554432
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x2c425d
OS Version:	6.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	6.0
Subsystem:	Windows command line
File Version Number:	3.0.3.69
Product Version Number:	3.0.3.69
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Ashampoo
File Description:	Ashampoo Internet 3
File Version:	3.0.3.69 (0003)
Internal Name:	Ashampoo Internet 3
Legal Copyright:	Copyright (C) 2008-2018 Ashampoo Technology GmbH Co. KG
Product Name:	Ashampoo Internet 3
Product Version:	3.0.3
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Legal Trademarks 2:

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What are ash_inet2.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library ash_inet2.dll Errors

ash_inet2.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like ash_inet2.dll, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like MpSigStub.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Ashampoo WinOptimizer) could share the same ash_inet2.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 ash_inet2.dll is attempted to be loaded either when Ashampoo WinOptimizer is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common ash_inet2.dll errors include:

Access Violation at address - ash_inet2.dll.
ash_inet2.dll could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Program Files (x86)\Ashampoo\Ashampoo WinOptimizer 2020\ash_inet2.dll.
Cannot register ash_inet2.dll.
Cannot start Ashampoo WinOptimizer. A required component is missing: ash_inet2.dll. Please install Ashampoo WinOptimizer again.
Failed to load ash_inet2.dll.
The application has failed to start because ash_inet2.dll was not found.
The file ash_inet2.dll is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because ash_inet2.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your ash_inet2.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Ashampoo WinOptimizer), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, ash_inet2.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Ashampoo WinOptimizer, system crash while loading ash_inet2.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 ash_inet2.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 ash_inet2.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 ash_inet2.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Ashampoo WinOptimizer (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Ashampoo WinOptimizer software.

You can uninstall Ashampoo WinOptimizer software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
Find the entry for Ashampoo WinOptimizer 17.0.24 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Ashampoo WinOptimizer software.

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

Ashampoo WinOptimizer 17.0.24

Ashampoo

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 ash_inet2.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 ash_inet2.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 ash_inet2.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 ash_inet2.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free ash_inet2.dll files for every applicable version of Ashampoo WinOptimizer. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download ash_inet2.dll Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Ashampoo WinOptimizer folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Ashampoo\Ashampoo Burning Studio FREE\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Ashampoo\Ashampoo WinOptimizer 2020\
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 ash_inet2.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 ash_inet2.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying ash_inet2.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. Ashampoo typically does not release Ashampoo WinOptimizer 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 ash_inet2.dll and all other DLL files for Ashampoo WinOptimizer. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Ashampoo Burning Studio Free 1.20.2

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

ash_inet2.dll

3.0.3.79

3.0.3.79 (0003)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Ashampoo Internet 3
Software Version:	3.0.3.79
File Version:	3.0.3.79 (0003)
File Size:	5583768
File Date:	10/15/2019
MD5 Checksum:	dff37e6040ff8e14ee9c30fdbdbc66b8
SHA1 Checksum:	2c43fd55c3630329705ab288a6043f953a9b819c
SHA256 Checksum:	493a138adf69a7333ceb0831c86a58e8683b676e3915b303c255ed31b3698841
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Ashampoo\Ashampoo Burni ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	1545216
Linker Version:	14.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	10/15/2019

Ashampoo WinOptimizer 17.0.24

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

ash_inet2.dll

3.0.3.69

3.0.3.69 (0003)

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Ashampoo Internet 3
Software Version:	3.0.3.69
File Version:	3.0.3.69 (0003)
File Size:	5568920
File Date:	02/04/2020
MD5 Checksum:	052c50e3bc5a0c20483d6d8ba92bc040
SHA1 Checksum:	99b82857688d93857827a95ab204ef57d61fdb6e
SHA256 Checksum:	66a7fb41fe91b40f353210e34ecf243fe80fd2a0e0465222a82e74d35625b380
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Ashampoo\Ashampoo WinOp ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	1554432
Linker Version:	14.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	02/04/2020

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setupact.log	Log	Ashampoo WinOptimizer 17.0.24	24012	C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
setupact.log	Log	Ashampoo Burning Studio Free 1.20.2	62521	C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
WmiApRpl.h	C/C++/Objective-C Header	Ashampoo WinOptimizer 17.0.24	3444	C:\Windows\System32\wbem\Performance\
diagerr.xml	Extensible Markup Language	Ashampoo WinOptimizer 17.0.24	5718	C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
diagerr.xml	Extensible Markup Language	Ashampoo Burning Studio Free 1.20.2	5718	C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\

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