The RedFox Project Virtual CloneDrive DLL ElbyVCDShell.dll

Repair DLL Errors: ElbyVCDShell.dll Download and Update

Last Updated: 11/30/2024
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ElbyVCDShell.dll, also known as a CloseTray file, was created by The RedFox Project for the development of VirtualCloneDrive. DLL files fall under under the Win64 DLL (Dynamic link library) file type category.

ElbyVCDShell.dll was first developed on 01/13/2016 for the Windows 10 Operating System in Virtual CloneDrive 5.5.0. This file marks the latest update from The RedFox Project, according to our records.

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

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File Overview


General Information ✻
File Name: ElbyVCDShell.dll
File Extension: DLL file extension
Description: CloseTray
Object File Type: Dynamic link library
Comments: VirtualCloneDrive Shell Extension
File Operating System: Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Elaborate Bytes AG
Software Program: VirtualCloneDrive
Legal Copyright: Copyright © 2002 - 2009 Elaborate Bytes AG
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: Neutral
File Flags: Private build, Special build
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x59b0
Code Size: 64000
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What are ElbyVCDShell.dll Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library ElbyVCDShell.dll Errors

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

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

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

You can uninstall Virtual CloneDrive 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 Virtual CloneDrive 5.5.0 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Virtual CloneDrive software.

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

Virtual CloneDrive 5.5.0

The RedFox Project

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 ElbyVCDShell.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 ElbyVCDShell.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 ElbyVCDShell.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 ElbyVCDShell.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free ElbyVCDShell.dll files for every applicable version of Virtual CloneDrive. 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 ElbyVCDShell.dll Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Virtual CloneDrive folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Elaborate Bytes\VirtualCloneDrive\
  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 ElbyVCDShell.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 ElbyVCDShell.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. The RedFox Project typically does not release Virtual CloneDrive 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 ElbyVCDShell.dll and all other DLL files for Virtual CloneDrive. 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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