VanDyke Software SecureCRT DLL Serial.dll

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

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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SERIAL DLL files such as Serial.dll utilize the DLL file extension. This file is considered a Win64 DLL (Dynamic link library) file, and was first created by VanDyke Software for the SERIAL Dynamic Link Library software package.

Serial.dll was initially released with Palm Desktop 6.2 on 11/30/2008 for the Windows 10 Operating System. The latest file version for SecureCRT 7.3.1 is v8.5.4.1942 released on 02/17/2015.

Please continue reading to find your correct Serial.dll file version download (free), detailed file information, and DLL file troubleshooting instructions.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	Serial.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	SERIAL DLL
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
Comments:	\$Revision: 128262 \$
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	VanDyke Software, Inc.
Software Program:	SERIAL Dynamic Link Library
Legal Copyright:	Copyright (C) 1995-2019 VanDyke Software, Inc.

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x1bd84
Code Size:	504832

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File Info	Description
File Size:	741 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:12:13 13:17:14+00:00
File Type:	Win64 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
Time Stamp:	2019:05:16 15:37:17+00:00
PE Type:	PE32+
Linker Version:	14.16
Code Size:	504832
Initialized Data Size:	257536
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x1bd84
OS Version:	6.0
Image Version:	8.5
Subsystem Version:	6.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	8.5.4.1942
Product Version Number:	8.5.4.1942
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Dynamic link library
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	VanDyke Software, Inc.
File Description:	SERIAL DLL
File Version:	8.5.4.1942
Internal Name:	SERIAL
Legal Copyright:	Copyright (C) 1995-2019 VanDyke Software, Inc.
Product Name:	SERIAL Dynamic Link Library
Product Version:	8.5.4.1942
Comments:	\$Revision: 128262 \$
Legal Trademarks:

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What are Serial.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library Serial.dll Errors

Serial.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like Serial.dll, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like MpSigStub.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. SecureCRT) could share the same Serial.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 Serial.dll is attempted to be loaded either when SecureCRT is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common Serial.dll errors include:

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

Your Serial.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with SecureCRT), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, Serial.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading SecureCRT, system crash while loading Serial.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 Serial.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 Serial.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 Serial.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed SecureCRT (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling SecureCRT software.

You can uninstall SecureCRT software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
Find the entry for SecureCRT 7.3.1 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall SecureCRT software.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

SecureCRT 7.3.1

VanDyke Software

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 Serial.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 Serial.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 Serial.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 Serial.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free Serial.dll files for every applicable version of SecureCRT. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download Serial.dll Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate SecureCRT folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\VanDyke Software\SecureCRT\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Palm\
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 Serial.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 Serial.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying Serial.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. VanDyke Software typically does not release SecureCRT 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 Serial.dll and all other DLL files for SecureCRT. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

SecureCRT 7.3.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

Serial.dll

8.5.4.1942

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	SERIAL Dynamic Link Library
Software Version:	8.5.4.1942
File Version:	8.5.4.1942
File Size:	758984
File Date:	12/13/2019
MD5 Checksum:	242c2095472bb709749c8524a06f3f8f
SHA1 Checksum:	aadc4cf7487cfe4706c0415432537e21fa7216b0
SHA256 Checksum:	1217f23f815a92749de86f900ba25f71aa055ac059c0b7bd4491a6164a0cd682
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\VanDyke Software\SecureCRT\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	8.5
Initialized Data Size:	257536
Linker Version:	14.16
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	12/13/2019

Palm Desktop 6.2

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

Serial.dll

6.0.1.0

6.0.1

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Palm OS Desktop
Software Version:	6.0.1.0
File Version:	6.0.1
File Size:	22528
File Date:	11/23/2019
MD5 Checksum:	32e91bf0389e8bf4d0cc402f8df4a988
SHA1 Checksum:	b1c1045ee2e7b2c3eb520a161c02494d1b362006
SHA256 Checksum:	9f74253a6b9607e0bcb1a54681b795e1d5da77420fde149ca3dac1579878ea6e
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Palm\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	13312
Linker Version:	7.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	11/23/2019

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