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How to Fix Sw_meta.dll DLL Issues and Download Updates

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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The development of System Watcher by ZoneAlarm prompted the latest creation of sw_meta.dll. It is also known as a System Watcher Meta Information file (file extension DLL), which is classified as a type of Win32 DLL (Executable application) file.

sw_meta.dll was initially released with ZoneAlarm Antivirus 15.8.008.18174 on 11/27/2019 for the Windows 10 Operating System. The newest file release date for ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 15.6.028.18012 was 04/30/2019 [version 2.7.80.0].

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

File Analysis Provided by Jason Geater (Author)

File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	sw_meta.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	System Watcher Meta Information
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Operating System:	Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	AO Kaspersky Lab
Software Program:	System Watcher
Legal Copyright:	© 2018 AO Kaspersky Lab. All Rights Reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x189da
Code Size:	107008

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File Info	Description
File Size:	169 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:12:16 15:51:13+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2018:01:29 14:33:28+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.0
Code Size:	107008
Initialized Data Size:	43520
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x189da
OS Version:	5.1
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	5.1
Subsystem:	Windows command line
File Version Number:	2.7.80.0
Product Version Number:	2.7.80.0
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Windows NT 32-bit
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	AO Kaspersky Lab
File Description:	System Watcher Meta Information
File Version:	2.7.80.0
Internal Name:	sw_meta
Legal Copyright:	© 2018 AO Kaspersky Lab. All Rights Reserved.
Product Name:	System Watcher
Product Version:	2.7.80.0
Legal Trademarks:	Registered trademarks and service marks are the property of their respective owners

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What are sw_meta.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library sw_meta.dll Errors

sw_meta.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like sw_meta.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. ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019) could share the same sw_meta.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 sw_meta.dll is attempted to be loaded either when ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common sw_meta.dll errors include:

Access Violation at address - sw_meta.dll.
sw_meta.dll could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Program Files (x86)\CheckPoint\ZoneAlarm\avsys\sw_meta.dll.
Cannot register sw_meta.dll.
Cannot start ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019. A required component is missing: sw_meta.dll. Please install ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 again.
Failed to load sw_meta.dll.
The application has failed to start because sw_meta.dll was not found.
The file sw_meta.dll is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because sw_meta.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your sw_meta.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, sw_meta.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019, system crash while loading sw_meta.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 sw_meta.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 sw_meta.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 sw_meta.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 software.

You can uninstall ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 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 ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 15.6.028.18012 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 software.

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

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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 sw_meta.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 sw_meta.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 sw_meta.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 sw_meta.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free sw_meta.dll files for every applicable version of ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download sw_meta.dll Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\CheckPoint\ZoneAlarm\avsys\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\CheckPoint\ZoneAlarm\avsys\
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 sw_meta.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 sw_meta.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying sw_meta.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. ZoneAlarm typically does not release ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 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 sw_meta.dll and all other DLL files for ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

ZoneAlarm Pro Antivirus+Firewall 2019 15.6.028.18012

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

sw_meta.dll

2.7.80.0

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	System Watcher
Software Version:	2.7.80.0
File Version:	2.7.80.0
File Size:	172912
File Date:	12/16/2019
MD5 Checksum:	22618bc793b4e9951aef38ae1e1742d1
SHA1 Checksum:	9fda83d7bf4f531a413094e6b34455fed058251b
SHA256 Checksum:	5c6b8c9b10862954268ada093a2b43e1ca3f21358b95bbb562f4dcdfbd32b600
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\CheckPoint\ZoneAlarm\avsys\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	43520
Linker Version:	14.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	12/16/2019

ZoneAlarm Antivirus 15.8.008.18174

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

sw_meta.dll

2.8.1.0

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	System Watcher
Software Version:	2.8.1.0
File Version:	2.8.1.0
File Size:	218928
File Date:	12/06/2019
MD5 Checksum:	849d15fcfebff608bc008f07e471e5ea
SHA1 Checksum:	2d5b93d43fd7a16a50ac344eec46007f1e7aa6a4
SHA256 Checksum:	fcae68b4883c8b7a2d1a53428ae07ba9f179d7318965a99c2c571dce30e4e62e
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\CheckPoint\ZoneAlarm\avsys\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	55296
Linker Version:	14.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	12/06/2019

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