Pioneers of the Inevitable Songbird DLL GearAspi.dll

Download and Repair DLL Errors: GearAspi.dll

Last Updated: 12/19/2024
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GEARAspi files, such as GearAspi.dll, are considered a type of Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file. They are associated with the DLL file extension, developed by Pioneers of the Inevitable for GEAR Software GEARAspi.

The first version of GearAspi.dll was released for the Windows 10 Operating System on 04/26/2016 inside Norton Security Premium 22.6.0.142. The latest file update released for Songbird 2.2.0-2453 was on 11/28/2013 [file version 2, 0, 6, 2].

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

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	GearAspi.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	GEARAspi
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
Comments:	ASPI Interface for GEAR Products
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	GEAR Software Inc.
Software Program:	GEAR Software GEARAspi
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © 2000-2006 GEAR Software Inc.

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x5868
Code Size:	61440

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File Info	Description
File Size:	107 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:02:21 13:20:34+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2006:10:03 14:56:55+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	8.0
Code Size:	61440
Initialized Data Size:	36864
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x5868
OS Version:	4.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	4.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	2.0.6.2
Product Version Number:	2.0.6.2
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:	GEAR Software Inc.
File Description:	GEARAspi
File Version:	2, 0, 6, 2
Internal Name:	GEARAspi
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © 2000-2006 GEAR Software Inc.
Product Name:	GEAR Software GEARAspi
Product Version:	2, 0, 6, 2
Comments:	ASPI Interface for GEAR Products
Legal Trademarks:	GEAR Software,GEARAspi

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What are GearAspi.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library GearAspi.dll Errors

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

Access Violation at address - GearAspi.dll.
GearAspi.dll could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Windows\SysWOW64\GearAspi.dll.
Cannot register GearAspi.dll.
Cannot start Songbird. A required component is missing: GearAspi.dll. Please install Songbird again.
Failed to load GearAspi.dll.
The application has failed to start because GearAspi.dll was not found.
The file GearAspi.dll is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because GearAspi.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

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

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

You can uninstall Songbird 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 Songbird 2.2.0-2453 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

Songbird 2.2.0-2453

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Norton Security with Backup\Engine\22.6.0.142\x64\x64\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Norton Security with Backup\Engine\22.6.0.142\x86\x86\
Windows 10: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Songbird\drivers\
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 GearAspi.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 GearAspi.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

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

Norton Security Premium 22.6.0.142

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

GearAspi.dll

2.1.3.1

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	GEAR Software GEARAspi
Software Version:	2.1.3.1
File Version:	2.1.3.1
File Size:	106928
File Date:	10/31/2019
MD5 Checksum:	498bd12b38b549887d9e856eb734354e
SHA1 Checksum:	31083931f7263b7a7eb786b53c8e3a97f1b52cdb
SHA256 Checksum:	0464419c734f4688dec3164c31db461668e9651df5cc237feafab6fe6eac7e98
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Norton Security with Ba ... C:\Program Files (x86)\Norton Security with Ba ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	25600
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.0
File Modification Date/Time:	10/31/2019

Songbird 2.2.0-2453

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

GearAspi.dll

2.0.6.2

2, 0, 6, 2

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	GEAR Software GEARAspi
Software Version:	2.0.6.2
File Version:	2, 0, 6, 2
File Size:	109360
File Date:	02/21/2020
MD5 Checksum:	f0a1bd19dd198fa7f4fc39c8189a89ff
SHA1 Checksum:	569244f48365d4c98a37e80d4183b97223ee5687
SHA256 Checksum:	dfdbd3423af4706cb16e0420c880168ccc503e91803d968560e6f200564a3fea
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\ C:\Program Files (x86)\Songbird\drivers\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	36864
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	02/21/2020

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