Microsoft Windows DLL csrsrv.dll

Fix, Download, and Update Csrsrv.dll

Last Updated: 11/27/2023
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csrsrv.dll is considered a type of Client Server Runtime Process file. It is most-commonly used in Microsoft® Windows® Operating System developed by Microsoft. It uses the DLL file extension and is considered a Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file.

The first version of csrsrv.dll was released for the Windows Vista Operating System on 11/08/2006 inside Windows Vista. The latest file version for Windows 10 is v10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800) released on 07/29/2015. csrsrv.dll is included in Windows 10, Windows XP, and Windows Vista versions.

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

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	csrsrv.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	Client Server Runtime Process
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® Windows® Operating System
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x6690
Code Size:	33792

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File Info	Description
File Size:	50 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:03:18 18:18:56+00:00
File Inode Change Date/Time:	2017:11:05 07:07:54+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Warning:	Possibly corrupt Version resource
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2014:12:06 15:02:02+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.10
Code Size:	33792
Initialized Data Size:	19456
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x6690
OS Version:	10.0
Image Version:	10.0
Subsystem Version:	10.0
Subsystem:	Native
File Version Number:	10.0.15063.0
Product Version Number:	10.0.15063.0
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:	Client Server Runtime Process
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
Internal Name:	CSRSrv.DLL
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original Filename:	CSRSrv.DLL
Product Name:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version:	10.0.15063.0

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What are csrsrv.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library csrsrv.dll Errors

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

Access Violation at address - csrsrv.dll.
csrsrv.dll could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Windows\System32\csrsrv.dll.
Cannot register csrsrv.dll.
Cannot start Windows. A required component is missing: csrsrv.dll. Please install Windows again.
Failed to load csrsrv.dll.
The application has failed to start because csrsrv.dll was not found.
The file csrsrv.dll is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because csrsrv.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your csrsrv.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, csrsrv.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Windows, system crash while loading csrsrv.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 csrsrv.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 csrsrv.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 csrsrv.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing csrsrv.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 csrsrv.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 csrsrv.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 csrsrv.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 csrsrv.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 csrsrv.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 csrsrv.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free csrsrv.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 csrsrv.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\System32\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: C:\Windows\System32\
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Windows 8.1: 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 csrsrv.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 csrsrv.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying csrsrv.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 csrsrv.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 10

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

csrsrv.dll

10.0.15063.0

10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	10.0.15063.0
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
File Size:	51200
File Date:	03/18/2017
MD5 Checksum:	52a0c88362667be42c3812595bb65522
SHA1 Checksum:	24d9a42fbe0d12f2c040aa2b16a59a374828f721
SHA256 Checksum:	2099439f343174ff3105fc3755ccae1699062a7b7ed6c6d76552e4c398f34a18
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	19456
Linker Version:	14.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	10.0
File Modification Date/Time:	03/18/2017

Windows XP

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

csrsrv.dll

5.1.2600.5512

5.1.2600.5512 (xpsp.080413-2111)

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows XP
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	5.1.2600.5512
File Version:	5.1.2600.5512 (xpsp.080413-2111)
File Size:	32256
File Date:	04/14/2008
MD5 Checksum:	05b100f8dd7073bfd7b3e46d0e36ad0c
SHA1 Checksum:	6aae23c036af0c540a8cece059ee9ae737f34632
SHA256 Checksum:	8d887cd3e9eaf9d8dcca1c793e513d56cfe6772a73025f4fd2ecec7c8116ccf8
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\ C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	5.1
Initialized Data Size:	6144
Linker Version:	7.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	04/14/2008

Windows Vista

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

csrsrv.dll

6.0.6001.18000

6.0.6001.18000 (longhorn_rtm.080118-1840)

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.0.6001.18000
File Version:	6.0.6001.18000 (longhorn_rtm.080118-1840)
File Size:	85504
File Date:	01/21/2008
MD5 Checksum:	b529c0275ea8dcdaa9f0927821852221
SHA1 Checksum:	1da3307bd7d773c783534feed1f58a2764ea7a71
SHA256 Checksum:	e6d8e94cf24ddcef48e9a2f92a10c141f573f7b7151f8352cef676fafe5b2644
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	6.0
Initialized Data Size:	56320
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	01/21/2008

Windows 8.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

csrsrv.dll

6.3.9600.16384

6.3.9600.16384 (winblue_rtm.130821-1623)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8.1
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.3.9600.16384
File Version:	6.3.9600.16384 (winblue_rtm.130821-1623)
File Size:	47616
File Date:	08/22/2013
MD5 Checksum:	f251db23decdcfd8f1369af1575f6c40
SHA1 Checksum:	9ed4eaa70d4efde3b8114d00f529f37356ad3337
SHA256 Checksum:	9697aa38296125c7a944ad854edd492665238df61a439f9aa52bd02390cc64bc
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	6.3
Initialized Data Size:	18432
Linker Version:	11.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	6.3
File Modification Date/Time:	08/22/2013

Windows 8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

csrsrv.dll

6.2.9200.16384

6.2.9200.16384 (win8_rtm.120725-1247)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.2.9200.16384
File Version:	6.2.9200.16384 (win8_rtm.120725-1247)
File Size:	43008
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	555b85b7062cedb62ae3212231cd4cd0
SHA1 Checksum:	411e031fc1992be473e66382fda47fdbc4b48e0b
SHA256 Checksum:	7d0bc9f3320bdd3bd1da579f7dc8f7d5eee698aee6e9d4534d0c3a14bd608817
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	6.2
Initialized Data Size:	17920
Linker Version:	10.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	6.2
File Modification Date/Time:	07/26/2012

Windows 7

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

csrsrv.dll

6.1.7600.16385

6.1.7600.16385 (win7_rtm.090713-1255)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 7
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.1.7600.16385
File Version:	6.1.7600.16385 (win7_rtm.090713-1255)
File Size:	43520
File Date:	07/14/2009
MD5 Checksum:	0d7598360df6c8637e6d678c20b5c47c
SHA1 Checksum:	a525a19e24228a96091e7bd5aa05a3bf242e3e5c
SHA256 Checksum:	0ec86d578c0b1703b89c24ae0fee2cd91dd869bd4a97949a4b29ae57d490f890
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	6.1
Initialized Data Size:	26624
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Native
Subsystem Version:	6.1
File Modification Date/Time:	07/14/2009

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