Microsoft Windows DLL netmsg.dll

How to Update, Download, and Fix Netmsg.dll

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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Net Messages DLL files, such as netmsg.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 version of netmsg.dll for Windows Vista was introduced on 11/08/2006 in Windows Vista. The most recent version [file version 10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)] was introduced on 07/29/2015 for Windows 10. netmsg.dll is bundled with the software package in Windows 10, Windows XP, and Windows Vista.

In this short article, you will discover detailed file information, steps for troubleshooting DLL file problems with netmsg.dll, and list of free downloads for every version that exists in our comprehensive file directory.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	netmsg.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	Net Messages DLL
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:	0x0000

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File Info	Description
File Size:	2.5 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:03:18 18:19:20+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:	2078:09:29 00:06:19+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.10
Code Size:	0
Initialized Data Size:	2048
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x0000
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:	Net Messages DLL
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
Internal Name:	netmsg.DLL
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original Filename:	netmsg.DLL
Product Name:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version:	10.0.15063.0

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What are netmsg.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library netmsg.dll Errors

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

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

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

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing netmsg.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 netmsg.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 netmsg.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 netmsg.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 netmsg.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 netmsg.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 netmsg.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free netmsg.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 netmsg.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 Vista: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
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Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: C:\Windows\System32\
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 netmsg.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 netmsg.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

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

netmsg.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:	2560
File Date:	03/18/2017
MD5 Checksum:	689517870f2cdded690832013624c0e3
SHA1 Checksum:	3a1ae3a78a4221b3a79f150c85d6636946af7ddf
SHA256 Checksum:	b3ca7bf0b113757e4c291336387c8b2db6b3b1f69b335186ed4caaf2adf48d9a
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	2048
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

netmsg.dll

5.1.2600.0

5.1.2600.0 (xpclient.010817-1148)

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows XP
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	5.1.2600.0
File Version:	5.1.2600.0 (xpclient.010817-1148)
File Size:	171008
File Date:	04/14/2008
MD5 Checksum:	20fd44370267ccd0a64a1b31861c21d2
SHA1 Checksum:	eda5b445c9a1f31ccebf1d3c862316c0f6750a31
SHA256 Checksum:	d98194a17d1c63434ec6449742c10033f1b94d80826b20464519b1dd4de1db5f
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:	170496
Linker Version:	7.0
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

netmsg.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:	2048
File Date:	11/02/2006
MD5 Checksum:	de3c091d7e05093b7aba93da5952f0fd
SHA1 Checksum:	43babaa53f44ab2e1c8ea3723bf63a290173be87
SHA256 Checksum:	2e658f47ec9496072395af7c792b840bd82198c294e1ceaa13dd018d5d558ea8
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	6.0
Initialized Data Size:	1536
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

netmsg.dll

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
File Size:	2048
MD5 Checksum:	a324d72a06c110152e7607745f39bfa1
SHA1 Checksum:	ed9fc34cee7366d5465660094fb8c6907b3aae6e
SHA256 Checksum:	7e33a108b090840fc98953358216a1d84c122d965e37b37335b0ef6152ca9fc0
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
There is no information available.

Windows 8.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

netmsg.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:	2048
File Date:	08/22/2013
MD5 Checksum:	b078e2aa06c86436d7a4ccf6fe68bc7f
SHA1 Checksum:	b270a489f1777921a8e5790b152628d9313692fe
SHA256 Checksum:	59bd8e6e27578c633147118fedd828fb206760cef5c783a9b0a1edf6b0e9f20c
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	6.3
Initialized Data Size:	1536
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:	08/22/2013

Windows 8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

netmsg.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:	2048
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	3c1d496a383deed1ca14431b4e2d1cd8
SHA1 Checksum:	7facf02de9205b663fbd1d17eb7b8dceea0ab0ab
SHA256 Checksum:	5cdeee960da6f4c171982655cda79526d251f1e31b99a8f76d70f6396ad95b58
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	6.2
Initialized Data Size:	1536
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

netmsg.dll

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 7
File Size:	2048
MD5 Checksum:	e4b72e71ec37a59fe574a998a0c0eb9b
SHA1 Checksum:	43a891f3718e63cbcd2ed385c5d15254a8716ddc
SHA256 Checksum:	c17b06c936fc47b6aa5221abf1dde283f59e5751bee9cdbccbaf25cd4e7232ad
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
There is no information available.

netmsg.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:	2048
File Date:	07/14/2009
MD5 Checksum:	cfefa40dde34659be5211966ead86437
SHA1 Checksum:	c70d81a38c647b4a5e3fac260b6847a5737ddd5c
SHA256 Checksum:	ac0a3ad8aa47012c40785013e2273fc571f416bc9c9ffda418fe72b3123c1fb0
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	6.1
Initialized Data Size:	1536
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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