Microsoft Windows DLL hotplug.dll

How to Fix Hotplug.dll DLL Issues and Download Updates

Last Updated: 11/27/2023
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hotplug.dll is considered a type of Safely Remove Hardware applet 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 release of hotplug.dll for the Windows Vista platform was on 11/08/2006 for Windows Vista. The latest version update [v10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)] for Windows was 10 released on 07/29/2015. hotplug.dll is included in Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 8.

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, DLL file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of hotplug.dll.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	hotplug.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	Safely Remove Hardware applet
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:	0x6c00
Code Size:	27648

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File Info	Description
File Size:	82 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:03:18 18:18:45+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:	2006:11:09 08:04:10+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.10
Code Size:	27648
Initialized Data Size:	55808
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x6c00
OS Version:	10.0
Image Version:	10.0
Subsystem Version:	10.0
Subsystem:	Windows command line
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:	Safely Remove Hardware applet
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
Internal Name:	hotplug
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original Filename:	hotplug.dll
Product Name:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version:	10.0.15063.0

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What are hotplug.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library hotplug.dll Errors

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

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

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

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing hotplug.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 hotplug.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 hotplug.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 hotplug.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 hotplug.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 hotplug.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 hotplug.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free hotplug.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 hotplug.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 hotplug.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 hotplug.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying hotplug.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 hotplug.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

hotplug.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:	83456
File Date:	03/18/2017
MD5 Checksum:	fad7249c69c41afc3a26e852c00b6b5b
SHA1 Checksum:	b9f9ccf8eb0fc440bef24425545cb7d72b909838
SHA256 Checksum:	b92d2955a72384bfcd03038a140a76504c447ee6d0384b615a32fa36cbd0ff5f
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	55808
Linker Version:	14.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	10.0
File Modification Date/Time:	03/18/2017

Windows XP

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

hotplug.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:	144896
File Date:	04/14/2008
MD5 Checksum:	5380496d6e5898c10b785816875fa049
SHA1 Checksum:	354ef6c92959d14a4210edd9f1ed43e94c9fca52
SHA256 Checksum:	c794f24a9103207f465c662d300374f54320722a90a14ed846f42a9f23c14618
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:	83456
Linker Version:	7.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	4.10
File Modification Date/Time:	04/14/2008

Windows Vista

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

hotplug.dll

6.0.6000.16386

6.0.6000.16386 (vista_rtm.061101-2205)

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.0.6000.16386
File Version:	6.0.6000.16386 (vista_rtm.061101-2205)
File Size:	60416
File Date:	11/02/2006
MD5 Checksum:	dbfe55a708dd21cd6b378e69e660712d
SHA1 Checksum:	38c49bc263da504a278429b37ecbaf89b512c827
SHA256 Checksum:	15c3709b6446181ae806e91ee679ebe84df63dc713701eebe72680f4af878bf0
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	6.0
Initialized Data Size:	26624
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	11/02/2006

Windows 8.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

hotplug.dll

6.3.9600.17415

6.3.9600.17415 (winblue_r4.141028-1500)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8.1
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.3.9600.17415
File Version:	6.3.9600.17415 (winblue_r4.141028-1500)
File Size:	58880
File Date:	11/21/2014
MD5 Checksum:	e146413483c1b7f11431dc532832c997
SHA1 Checksum:	c06b1023f96ffb2a463b6fc34e65544f645c2b65
SHA256 Checksum:	2522b8778971ccfb731c7d38443b332b6bbe3ee8e79d632b2720e02fae1e5e9e
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	6.3
Initialized Data Size:	31744
Linker Version:	11.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.3
File Modification Date/Time:	11/21/2014

Windows 8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

hotplug.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:	58368
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	d86bce2ecb794ae13cdc86bd2f52a174
SHA1 Checksum:	b2323cc7caf7d5885f89dfadb8030d76034e4e5e
SHA256 Checksum:	6bf9e460c46cc47b924ebf38d2101fb1b13bc4d3e88f6389f34efdb490769969
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	6.2
Initialized Data Size:	32256
Linker Version:	10.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.2
File Modification Date/Time:	07/26/2012

Windows 7

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

hotplug.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:	64512
File Date:	07/14/2009
MD5 Checksum:	674b9ad48fb33a39d2550b2874bb768f
SHA1 Checksum:	a3f4af446834c825c8d1c3bf7c5319a71e8cd059
SHA256 Checksum:	098a7393f0fb88cafbe97d724bbd5d7a823cb477592a029598801273387aef55
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	6.1
Initialized Data Size:	27648
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.1
File Modification Date/Time:	07/14/2009

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