Fixing DLL Errors: Rometadata.dll Download and Repair

Last Updated: 11/28/2023
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The development of Microsoft® .NET Framework by Microsoft prompted the latest creation of rometadata.dll. It is also known as a Microsoft MetaData Library file (file extension DLL), which is classified as a type of Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file.

The first version of rometadata.dll was released for the Windows 8 Operating System on 08/01/2012 inside Windows 8. The latest file update released for Windows 10 was on 07/29/2015 [file version 4.7.2046.0 built by: NET47REL1]. rometadata.dll is found in Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 8.

In this article, you will find detailed rometadata.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:	rometadata.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	Microsoft MetaData Library
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
Comments:	Flavor=Retail
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	Microsoft Corporation
Software Program:	Microsoft® .NET Framework
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	Private build
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x1fbf0
Code Size:	144384

View Other rometadata.dll Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	165 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:03:18 18:19:06+00:00
File Inode Change Date/Time:	2017:11:05 07:07:54+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2017:02:09 06:53:06+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	12.10
Code Size:	144384
Initialized Data Size:	15360
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x1fbf0
OS Version:	5.1
Image Version:	10.0
Subsystem Version:	5.1
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	4.7.2046.0
Product Version Number:	4.0.2046.0
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	Private build
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Microsoft Corporation
File Description:	Microsoft MetaData Library
File Version:	4.7.2046.0 built by: NET47REL1
Internal Name:	RoMetadata.dll
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original Filename:	RoMetadata.dll
Product Name:	Microsoft® .NET Framework
Product Version:	4.7.2046.0
Comments:	Flavor=Retail
Private Build:	DDBLD366C

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What are rometadata.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library rometadata.dll Errors

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

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

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

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

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

rometadata.dll

4.0.2046.0

4.7.2046.0 built by: NET47REL1

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Microsoft® .NET Framework
Software Version:	4.0.2046.0
File Version:	4.7.2046.0 built by: NET47REL1
File Size:	169448
File Date:	03/18/2017
MD5 Checksum:	2fd042786d77814865940cad6ca33cc0
SHA1 Checksum:	88ca8eab59ba96bb032269c0dd1116c72553d191
SHA256 Checksum:	6e747da3d72042a26f6c5bc389cbaaaf1936d687d05b7555b595d1c4aa1ab56e
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	15360
Linker Version:	12.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	03/18/2017

Windows 8.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

rometadata.dll

4.0.20806.33440

4.0.20806.33440 built by: FX45W81RTMREL

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8.1
Software:	Microsoft® .NET Framework
Software Version:	4.0.20806.33440
File Version:	4.0.20806.33440 built by: FX45W81RTMREL
File Size:	155648
File Date:	08/10/2013
MD5 Checksum:	65e7d0a0930744b0753853cb396a124b
SHA1 Checksum:	70aeb0f727a7fd54e99427febe558a76536c418f
SHA256 Checksum:	a05c82a67a65f2492fdaaa58ce693112cca015d399d7437b30a22566a034da70
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	17920
Linker Version:	10.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	08/10/2013

Windows 8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

rometadata.dll

4.0.30319.17929

4.0.30319.17929 built by: FX45RTMREL

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8
Software:	Microsoft® .NET Framework
Software Version:	4.0.30319.17929
File Version:	4.0.30319.17929 built by: FX45RTMREL
File Size:	260024
File Date:	07/12/2012
MD5 Checksum:	5c5e646674e94d952eb25bb67d3dda6c
SHA1 Checksum:	52d387915a53bab4ed700ef4c03055b3df3b2839
SHA256 Checksum:	456f13cdd8de7a0d511856c7a5874c56abbbceb2e4ea9df548fb89beff8e801f
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	38912
Linker Version:	11.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	07/12/2012

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