Fixing PCPTpm12.dll DLL Issues - How to Download and Repair

Last Updated: 11/27/2023
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DLL files such as PCPTpm12.dll are categorized as Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) files. As a Microsoft Platform Crypto Provider for Trusted Platform Module 1.2 file, it was created for use in Microsoft® Windows® Operating System by Microsoft.

The release of PCPTpm12.dll introduced for Windows was on 08/01/2012 in Windows 8. The latest file version for Windows 8.1 is v6.3.9600.17415 (winblue_r4.141028-1500) released on 10/18/2013.

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, DLL file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of PCPTpm12.dll.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	PCPTpm12.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	Microsoft Platform Crypto Provider for Trusted Platform Module 1.2
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:	0x54710
Code Size:	344576

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File Info	Description
File Size:	356 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2014:11:21 06:52:51+00:00
File Inode Change Date/Time:	2017:11:05 07:04:30+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2014:10:29 01:04:42+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	11.0
Code Size:	344576
Initialized Data Size:	19968
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x54710
OS Version:	6.3
Image Version:	6.3
Subsystem Version:	6.3
Subsystem:	Windows command line
File Version Number:	6.3.9600.17415
Product Version Number:	6.3.9600.17415
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:	Microsoft Platform Crypto Provider for Trusted Platform Module 1.2
File Version:	6.3.9600.17415 (winblue_r4.141028-1500)
Internal Name:	PCPTpm12.dll
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original Filename:	PCPTpm12.dll
Product Name:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version:	6.3.9600.17415

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What are PCPTpm12.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library PCPTpm12.dll Errors

PCPTpm12.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like PCPTpm12.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 PCPTpm12.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 PCPTpm12.dll is attempted to be loaded either when Windows is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common PCPTpm12.dll errors include:

Access Violation at address - PCPTpm12.dll.
PCPTpm12.dll could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Windows\System32\PCPTpm12.dll.
Cannot register PCPTpm12.dll.
Cannot start Windows. A required component is missing: PCPTpm12.dll. Please install Windows again.
Failed to load PCPTpm12.dll.
The application has failed to start because PCPTpm12.dll was not found.
The file PCPTpm12.dll is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because PCPTpm12.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your PCPTpm12.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, PCPTpm12.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Windows, system crash while loading PCPTpm12.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 PCPTpm12.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 PCPTpm12.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 PCPTpm12.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing PCPTpm12.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 PCPTpm12.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 PCPTpm12.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 PCPTpm12.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 PCPTpm12.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 PCPTpm12.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 PCPTpm12.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free PCPTpm12.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 PCPTpm12.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 8.1: 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 8.1.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve PCPTpm12.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 PCPTpm12.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying PCPTpm12.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 PCPTpm12.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 8.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

PCPTpm12.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:	364032
File Date:	11/21/2014
MD5 Checksum:	a6d9724bd58f98aeb489a57508653710
SHA1 Checksum:	7444bb3a883d4e61edbb10b4dfa5399d52ca6f14
SHA256 Checksum:	35dcb606e5f5b60807ec75f9d5e3ac2a52fbbf2c2b0ccbcc6b0798ab8511973c
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	6.3
Initialized Data Size:	19968
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

PCPTpm12.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:	312832
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	dd23a83d9f085db444d5adeaa6af635a
SHA1 Checksum:	130120d38c927e492cbd4c387429f084458c1cb0
SHA256 Checksum:	7adba272251e2a5e6968fc04eff70417e86353353de496e9dd40187450f10864
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	6.2
Initialized Data Size:	17408
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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