Microsoft Microsoft SQL Server DLL sqlsqm_keyfile.dll

How to Update, Download, and Fix Sqlsqm_keyfile.dll

Last Updated: 11/30/2023
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sqlsqm_keyfile.dll, also known as a SQL Server Patch KeyFile file, was created by Microsoft for the development of Microsoft SQL Server. DLL files fall under under the Win32 DLL (Executable application) file type category.

The initial introduction of sqlsqm_keyfile.dll released in Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Express (64-bit) 10.00.1600.22 was for Windows 10 on 02/08/2009. On 02/08/2009, version 2007.0100.1600.022 ((SQL_PreRelease).080709-1414 ) was released for Microsoft SQL Server 10.00.1600.22.

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

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	sqlsqm_keyfile.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	SQL Server Patch KeyFile
Object File Type:	Executable application
Comments:	SQL
File Operating System:	Windows NT
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	Microsoft Corporation
Software Program:	Microsoft SQL Server
Legal Copyright:	Microsoft Corp. All rights reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	Private build
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x14c5
Code Size:	3584

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File Info	Description
File Size:	17 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:01:30 04:51:50+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2008:07:09 22:37:50+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	8.0
Code Size:	3584
Initialized Data Size:	3072
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x14c5
OS Version:	5.0
Image Version:	5.0
Subsystem Version:	4.0
Subsystem:	Windows command line
File Version Number:	2007.100.1600.22
Product Version Number:	10.0.1600.22
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	Private build
File OS:	Windows NT
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Microsoft Corporation
File Description:	SQL Server Patch KeyFile
File Version:	2007.0100.1600.022 ((SQL_PreRelease).080709-1414 )
Internal Name:	KeyFile
Legal Copyright:	Microsoft Corp. All rights reserved.
Product Name:	Microsoft SQL Server
Product Version:	10.0.1600.22
Comments:	SQL
Legal Trademarks:	Microsoft SQL Server is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

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What are sqlsqm_keyfile.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library sqlsqm_keyfile.dll Errors

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

Access Violation at address - sqlsqm_keyfile.dll.
sqlsqm_keyfile.dll could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft SQL Server\100\KeyFile\1033\sqlsqm_keyfile.dll.
Cannot register sqlsqm_keyfile.dll.
Cannot start Microsoft SQL Server. A required component is missing: sqlsqm_keyfile.dll. Please install Microsoft SQL Server again.
Failed to load sqlsqm_keyfile.dll.
The application has failed to start because sqlsqm_keyfile.dll was not found.
The file sqlsqm_keyfile.dll is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because sqlsqm_keyfile.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

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

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

You can uninstall Microsoft SQL Server 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 Microsoft SQL Server 10.00.1600.22 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Microsoft SQL Server software.

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

Microsoft SQL Server 10.00.1600.22

Microsoft Corporation

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Microsoft SQL Server\100\KeyFile\1033\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft SQL Server\100\KeyFile\1033\
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 sqlsqm_keyfile.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 sqlsqm_keyfile.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

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

Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Express (64-bit) 10.00.1600.22

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

sqlsqm_keyfile.dll

10.0.1600.22

2007.0100.1600.022 ((SQL_PreRelease).080709-1414 )

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Microsoft SQL Server
Software Version:	10.0.1600.22
File Version:	2007.0100.1600.022 ((SQL_PreRelease).080709-1414 )
File Size:	17432
File Date:	01/24/2020
MD5 Checksum:	edf67530ac30d20e656ac713f08082d1
SHA1 Checksum:	f43c3fa1d0cac213697262b27181fc6e7779de02
SHA256 Checksum:	9eb21c7b35f3e51cf1d3e58ec6f81da3877c80bfa19a0bb26c0329d395670dd6
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\Microsoft SQL Server\100\KeyF ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	5.0
Initialized Data Size:	3584
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	5.2
File Modification Date/Time:	01/24/2020

Microsoft SQL Server 10.00.1600.22

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

sqlsqm_keyfile.dll

10.0.1600.22

2007.0100.1600.022 ((SQL_PreRelease).080709-1414 )

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Microsoft SQL Server
Software Version:	10.0.1600.22
File Version:	2007.0100.1600.022 ((SQL_PreRelease).080709-1414 )
File Size:	16920
File Date:	01/30/2020
MD5 Checksum:	cbdddeecfdb32c5da75cb1a79009b1a7
SHA1 Checksum:	dc434208fd0ea4ddd3ea547686453bf65e5c31aa
SHA256 Checksum:	1ebf5b54aebe6783ee5e816be2f58898650c825106a70ee94c271649915dc6c2
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft SQL Server\10 ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	5.0
Initialized Data Size:	3072
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	01/30/2020

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