Microsoft Windows DLL PortableDeviceTypes.dll

Troubleshooting PortableDeviceTypes.dll DLL Errors and Downloading Updates

Last Updated: 12/11/2023
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PortableDeviceTypes.dll is considered a type of Windows Portable Device (Parameter) Types Component 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 version of PortableDeviceTypes.dll for Windows Vista was introduced on 11/08/2006 in Windows Vista. The newest file release date for Windows 10 was 07/29/2015 [version 10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)]. PortableDeviceTypes.dll is included in Windows 10, Windows Vista, and Windows 8 versions.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple DLL file troubleshooting, and list of free PortableDeviceTypes.dll downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	PortableDeviceTypes.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	Windows Portable Device (Parameter) Types Component
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:	0x7af0
Code Size:	88576

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File Info	Description
File Size:	149 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:03:18 18:20:13+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:	1982:05:09 00:32:27+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.10
Code Size:	88576
Initialized Data Size:	64000
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x7af0
OS Version:	10.0
Image Version:	10.0
Subsystem Version:	10.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
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:	Windows Portable Device (Parameter) Types Component
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
Internal Name:	PortableDeviceTypes.dll
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original Filename:	PortableDeviceTypes.dll
Product Name:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version:	10.0.15063.0

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What are PortableDeviceTypes.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library PortableDeviceTypes.dll Errors

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

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

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

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

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

PortableDeviceTypes.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:	152576
File Date:	03/18/2017
MD5 Checksum:	6c7cc75894a2eba41a0b2f73f9e1a08e
SHA1 Checksum:	1b4e79f8e16477f9d400f373f18f16a0df5b0394
SHA256 Checksum:	7d4d65991dd01576cdf1fa788f54b1667169e5879e83ad5aea2cbb6aea29b119
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	64000
Linker Version:	14.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	10.0
File Modification Date/Time:	03/18/2017

Windows Vista

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

PortableDeviceTypes.dll

6.0.6002.18005

6.0.6002.18005 (lh_sp2rtm.090410-1830)

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.0.6002.18005
File Version:	6.0.6002.18005 (lh_sp2rtm.090410-1830)
File Size:	214528
File Date:	04/11/2009
MD5 Checksum:	7326b6ca36f40384ef4817dda09344cf
SHA1 Checksum:	058397f590406907c1d6ad6142035819c6fe89ca
SHA256 Checksum:	3eba735b8f059dbb216a9c0cb42db56cd228f294af6e71081c78300cdaa71e51
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	6.0
Initialized Data Size:	65024
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	04/11/2009

PortableDeviceTypes.dll

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
File Size:	160768
MD5 Checksum:	290a5aa84c6f06e0b82e94f419fee9c5
SHA1 Checksum:	757278aa6c5875498c1c15f2ddc7d96a39b6a0a4
SHA256 Checksum:	810e102bba94e5fe86ee5b168daff00fc0bb9e7b4e49e85e849127d65f46ae10
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

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

Windows 8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

PortableDeviceTypes.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:	160256
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	9cd2242c1fe0431439e18f163fa49a9c
SHA1 Checksum:	8855f8b8a8924530a4d93ea7037951dbf98ba7e7
SHA256 Checksum:	e9f23f36254308096b7d020d257371ebb59b92d5a2dfc50e1813b32e4ddd0879
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	6.2
Initialized Data Size:	64512
Linker Version:	10.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.2
File Modification Date/Time:	07/26/2012

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