VMware VMware Workstation DLL VixCOM64.dll

Download and Repair VixCOM64.dll Issues

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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VixCOM64.dll is considered a type of VMware VIX COM library file. It is most-commonly used in VMware Workstation developed by VMware. It uses the DLL file extension and is considered a Win64 DLL (Dynamic link library) file.

The first version of VixCOM64.dll was released for the Windows 10 Operating System on 04/04/2017 inside VMware Workstation 12.5.5. According to our records, this release is the only version of this file offered by VMware.

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple DLL file troubleshooting, and list of free VixCOM64.dll downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	VixCOM64.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	VMware VIX COM library
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:	VMware, Inc.
Software Program:	VMware Workstation
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © 1998-2017 VMware, Inc.

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x106d8
Code Size:	343552

View Other VixCOM64.dll Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	659 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:01:02 05:38:12+00:00
File Type:	Win64 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
Time Stamp:	2017:03:22 02:16:20+00:00
PE Type:	PE32+
Linker Version:	10.0
Code Size:	343552
Initialized Data Size:	330240
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x106d8
OS Version:	5.2
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	5.2
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	1.15.7.17738
Product Version Number:	12.5.5.17738
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:	VMware, Inc.
File Description:	VMware VIX COM library
File Version:	12.5.5 build-5234757
Internal Name:	VixCOM
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © 1998-2017 VMware, Inc.
Product Name:	VMware Workstation
Product Version:	12.5.5 build-5234757

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What are VixCOM64.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library VixCOM64.dll Errors

VixCOM64.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like VixCOM64.dll, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like DismHost.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. VMware Workstation) could share the same VixCOM64.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 VixCOM64.dll is attempted to be loaded either when VMware Workstation is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common VixCOM64.dll errors include:

Access Violation at address - VixCOM64.dll.
VixCOM64.dll could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Program Files (x86)\VMware\VMware VIX\VixCOM64.dll.
Cannot register VixCOM64.dll.
Cannot start VMware Workstation. A required component is missing: VixCOM64.dll. Please install VMware Workstation again.
Failed to load VixCOM64.dll.
The application has failed to start because VixCOM64.dll was not found.
The file VixCOM64.dll is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because VixCOM64.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

Your VixCOM64.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with VMware Workstation), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, VixCOM64.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading VMware Workstation, system crash while loading VixCOM64.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 VixCOM64.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 VixCOM64.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 VixCOM64.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall VMware Workstation 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 VMware Workstation 12.5.5 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

VMware Workstation 12.5.5

VMware

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 VixCOM64.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 VixCOM64.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 VixCOM64.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 VixCOM64.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free VixCOM64.dll files for every applicable version of VMware Workstation. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download VixCOM64.dll Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate VMware Workstation folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\VMware\VMware VIX\
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 VixCOM64.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 VixCOM64.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying VixCOM64.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. VMware typically does not release VMware Workstation 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 VixCOM64.dll and all other DLL files for VMware Workstation. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

VMware Workstation 12.5.5

VMware Workstation 12.5.5

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

VixCOM64.dll

12.5.5.17738

12.5.5 build-5234757

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	VMware Workstation
Software Version:	12.5.5.17738
File Version:	12.5.5 build-5234757
File Size:	674816
File Date:	01/02/2020
MD5 Checksum:	576bf563d9f6252e48e2bcf0b45ece88
SHA1 Checksum:	0514e361f0938166e179276a86632f662deb68a0
SHA256 Checksum:	c6015c0d67d475cd6236971c0b4818507e310362e7a95269a958d728be8e4067
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\VMware\VMware VIX\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	330240
Linker Version:	10.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.2
File Modification Date/Time:	01/02/2020

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