Fixing Blackbox.dll DLL Issues - How to Download and Repair

Last Updated: 11/27/2023
[Time to Read: ~3-5 minutes]

The development of Microsoft (R) DRM by Micro Research II prompted the latest creation of blackbox.dll. It is also known as a Black Box file (file extension DLL), which is classified as a type of Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file.

The first version of blackbox.dll for Windows Vista was introduced on 11/08/2006 in Windows Vista. On 12/10/2010, version 7.01.00.3055 was released for 3D-Album 3.32. blackbox.dll is packaged with 3D-Album 3.32, Bryce Pro 7, and Windows 8.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple DLL file troubleshooting, and list of free blackbox.dll downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: blackbox.dll
File Extension: DLL file extension
Description: Black Box
Object File Type: Dynamic link library
File Operating System: Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Microsoft Corporation
Software Program: Microsoft (R) DRM
Legal Copyright: Copyright (C) Microsoft Corp. 1981-2000
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x0000
Entry Point: 0x271b6
Code Size: 159744


What are blackbox.dll Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library blackbox.dll Errors

blackbox.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like blackbox.dll, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like dpnsvr.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. 3D-Album) could share the same blackbox.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 blackbox.dll is attempted to be loaded either when 3D-Album is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common blackbox.dll errors include:

Your blackbox.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with 3D-Album), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, blackbox.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading 3D-Album, system crash while loading blackbox.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.



How to Fix blackbox.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 blackbox.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):

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

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the blackbox.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed 3D-Album (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling 3D-Album software.

You can uninstall 3D-Album software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for 3D-Album 3.32 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall 3D-Album software.

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

3D-Album 3.32

Micro Research II

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 blackbox.dll error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

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

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



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your blackbox.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 blackbox.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free blackbox.dll files for every applicable version of 3D-Album. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download blackbox.dll Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate 3D-Album folder location:
    Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
    Windows Vista: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
    Windows 8: C:\Windows\System32\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\DAZ 3D\Bryce7\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\3D-Album-TR\VAC\
  4. 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 blackbox.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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CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying blackbox.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. Micro Research II typically does not release 3D-Album 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 blackbox.dll and all other DLL files for 3D-Album. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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