Nokia Nokia Software Updater DLL ConnAPI.dll

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

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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DLL files such as ConnAPI.dll are categorized as Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) files. As a Nokia Connectivity API file, it was created for use in PC Connectivity Solution by Nokia.

The initial introduction of ConnAPI.dll released in Nokia PC Suite 7.1.180.94 was for Windows 10 on 10/10/2012. The latest version update [v11,5,29,0] for Nokia Software Updater was 3.0.655 released on 12/14/2013.

This article discusses complete file details, DLL file troubleshooting instructions for problems with ConnAPI.dll, and a comprehensive set of free downloads for every file version that has been catalogued by our team.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	ConnAPI.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	Nokia Connectivity API
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	Nokia.
Software Program:	PC Connectivity Solution
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © 2004 - 2011 Nokia. All Rights Reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x65221
Code Size:	602624

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File Info	Description
File Size:	646 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:12:09 16:54:08+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2012:01:04 11:24:00+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	10.0
Code Size:	602624
Initialized Data Size:	52224
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x65221
OS Version:	5.1
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	5.1
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	11.5.29.0
Product Version Number:	11.5.29.0
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:	Nokia.
File Description:	Nokia Connectivity API
File Version:	11,5,29,0
Internal Name:	ConnAPI
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © 2004 - 2011 Nokia. All Rights Reserved.
Product Name:	PC Connectivity Solution
Product Version:	11,5,29,0
Comments:
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What are ConnAPI.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library ConnAPI.dll Errors

ConnAPI.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like ConnAPI.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. Nokia Software Updater) could share the same ConnAPI.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 ConnAPI.dll is attempted to be loaded either when Nokia Software Updater is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common ConnAPI.dll errors include:

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

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

Step 2: If recently installed Nokia Software Updater (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Nokia Software Updater software.

You can uninstall Nokia Software Updater 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 Nokia Software Updater 3.0.655 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Nokia Software Updater software.

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

Nokia Software Updater 3.0.655

Nokia

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\PC Connectivity Solution\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\PC Connectivity Solution\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\PC Connectivity Solution\
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 ConnAPI.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 ConnAPI.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

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

Nokia Software Updater 3.0.655

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

ConnAPI.dll

11.5.29.0

11,5,29,0

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	PC Connectivity Solution
Software Version:	11.5.29.0
File Version:	11,5,29,0
File Size:	661544
File Date:	12/09/2019
MD5 Checksum:	203dd405c920ec65332a94b95573c631
SHA1 Checksum:	42056ffac1cdbffcc6d7ea1f6b34eafe26d9186f
SHA256 Checksum:	38cb8b0484fc6a7b0e41c67529f6579d2bc0adebc280c6fae8790ca930dcd15f
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\PC Connectivity Solution\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	52224
Linker Version:	10.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	12/09/2019

Nokia Suite 3.8.48

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

ConnAPI.dll

12.0.109.0

12,0,109,0

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	PC Connectivity Solution
Software Version:	12.0.109.0
File Version:	12,0,109,0
File Size:	694096
File Date:	11/25/2019
MD5 Checksum:	1700302732710294dbdb5a79851dbf7f
SHA1 Checksum:	a69307055b09e4e2dc53214efbe3ed8f408bce2c
SHA256 Checksum:	5bd71adb81e9c7f5c3e82ec1cade214c196f7f43dd6ee5b307ae2deb3c7b9b6f
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\PC Connectivity Solution\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	53248
Linker Version:	10.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	11/25/2019

Nokia PC Suite 7.1.180.94

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

ConnAPI.dll

12.0.27.0

12,0,27,0

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	PC Connectivity Solution
Software Version:	12.0.27.0
File Version:	12,0,27,0
File Size:	683928
File Date:	10/23/2019
MD5 Checksum:	14a38ea27c115eeef2ca80aaeb188f19
SHA1 Checksum:	4e6bc93f0a5d2e135edc8b863ce733bb1c665d0c
SHA256 Checksum:	f80f532bc6046f21bb25271ae842f90e1c86ba2dc28ffe00f9a68645fe6b73a7
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\PC Connectivity Solution\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	53248
Linker Version:	10.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	10/23/2019

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Files Related to ConnAPI.dll

DLL Files Related to ConnAPI.dll

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
ta_releaseversion.dll	Dynamic Link Library	TSS Product API A (2012.6.0.47776)	12800	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.Microsof...
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FloodgateClientLibrary...	Microsoft Office component	Microsoft Office (16.0.11619.10000)	2938216	C:\Documents and Settings\Bill\Local Settings\A...
PCCS_DBEngine.dll	Database Engine	PC Connectivity Solution (11,5,29,0)	422952	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Deleted\Microsoft....
System.Core.ni.dll	Dynamic Link Library	Nokia Software Updater 3.0.655	3324416	C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\

Other Files Related to ConnAPI.dll

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
setupact.log	Log	Nokia PC Suite 7.1.180.94	23402	C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
setupact.log	Log	Nokia Suite 3.8.48	62521	C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
setupact.log	Log	Nokia Suite 3.8.48	25842	C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
setupact.log	Log	Nokia Software Updater 3.0.655	62521	C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
setupapi.dev.log	Log	Nokia Suite 3.8.48	736335	C:\Windows\inf\

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