How to Fix Issues with Mfh264enc.dll (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/29/2023
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Media Foundation H264 Encoder files, such as mfh264enc.dll, are considered a type of Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file. They are associated with the DLL file extension, developed by Microsoft for Microsoft® Windows® Operating System.

The first release of mfh264enc.dll for the Windows 8 platform was on 08/01/2012 for Windows 8. The most recent release for Windows 10 launched on 07/29/2015 [version 10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800) release].

In this article, you will find detailed mfh264enc.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:	mfh264enc.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	Media Foundation H264 Encoder
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:	0x84720
Code Size:	549376

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File Info	Description
File Size:	560 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:03:18 18:18:24+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:	2081:09:08 12:37:32+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.10
Code Size:	549376
Initialized Data Size:	1663488
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x84720
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:	Media Foundation H264 Encoder
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
Internal Name:	Media Foundation H264 Encoder
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original Filename:	mfH264Enc.dll
Product Name:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version:	10.0.15063.0

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What are mfh264enc.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library mfh264enc.dll Errors

mfh264enc.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like mfh264enc.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 mfh264enc.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 mfh264enc.dll is attempted to be loaded either when Windows is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common mfh264enc.dll errors include:

Access Violation at address - mfh264enc.dll.
mfh264enc.dll could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Windows\System32\mfh264enc.dll.
Cannot register mfh264enc.dll.
Cannot start Windows. A required component is missing: mfh264enc.dll. Please install Windows again.
Failed to load mfh264enc.dll.
The application has failed to start because mfh264enc.dll was not found.
The file mfh264enc.dll is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because mfh264enc.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your mfh264enc.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, mfh264enc.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Windows, system crash while loading mfh264enc.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 mfh264enc.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 mfh264enc.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 mfh264enc.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing mfh264enc.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 mfh264enc.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 mfh264enc.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 mfh264enc.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 mfh264enc.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 mfh264enc.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 mfh264enc.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free mfh264enc.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 mfh264enc.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 8: 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 mfh264enc.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 mfh264enc.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying mfh264enc.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 mfh264enc.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

mfh264enc.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:	573952
File Date:	03/18/2017
MD5 Checksum:	94f3671cf8327f09b42e06ab1484f50d
SHA1 Checksum:	26407328d4ed23cf45521c739a8e1c25d32b59c8
SHA256 Checksum:	fd76c6bc7fd59d6f8fbcf4c3f8d26d54bd385f7155896f17747389bb0ded1bf1
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	1663488
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 8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

mfh264enc.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:	413184
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	f84ccc63cd22f3e80e98b1dd5b39dc4f
SHA1 Checksum:	7557f39867c77ab9cc3a88facb00fbc8ee8e4c3c
SHA256 Checksum:	86e90e8fc6bea57694a77928a7e35ee49807fe853044f00f00ef5af04a320f2b
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	6.2
Initialized Data Size:	22016
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

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