VMware VMWare Workstation Player DLL vmauthd.dll

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VMware event log source files such as vmauthd.dll utilize the DLL file extension. This file is considered a Win32 DLL (Dynamic link library) file, and was first created by VMware for the VMware Workstation software package.

vmauthd.dll was initially released with VMware Workstation 12.5.5 on 04/04/2017 for the Windows 10 Operating System. The most recent version [file version 15.5.1 build-15018445] was introduced on 09/19/2019 for VMWare Workstation Player 15.5.1.

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

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	vmauthd.dll
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	VMware event log source
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 © 1998-2019 VMware, Inc.

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x1330
Code Size:	3584

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File Info	Description
File Size:	25 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:02:04 08:09:52+00:00
File Type:	Win32 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2019:11:05 03:52:39+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.16
Code Size:	3584
Initialized Data Size:	6144
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x1330
OS Version:	6.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	6.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	15.5.1.50853
Product Version Number:	15.5.1.50853
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 event log source
File Version:	15.5.1 build-15018445
Internal Name:	vmauthd-log
Legal Copyright:	Copyright © 1998-2019 VMware, Inc.
Product Name:	VMware Workstation
Product Version:	15.5.1 build-15018445

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What are vmauthd.dll Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library vmauthd.dll Errors

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

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

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

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

You can uninstall VMWare Workstation Player 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 Player 15.5.1 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

VMWare Workstation Player 15.5.1

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\VMware\VMware Workstation\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\VMware\VMware Player\
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 vmauthd.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 vmauthd.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying vmauthd.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. VMware typically does not release VMWare Workstation Player 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 vmauthd.dll and all other DLL files for VMWare Workstation Player. 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

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

vmauthd.dll

12.5.5.17738

12.5.5 build-5234757

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	VMware Workstation
Software Version:	12.5.5.17738
File Version:	12.5.5 build-5234757
File Size:	58856
File Date:	01/02/2020
MD5 Checksum:	06e155ad4016707feda781a6ed55bf3d
SHA1 Checksum:	030c2dcf8317e592e261815dce1c0f158b462e80
SHA256 Checksum:	38f4ea4083bc72ab0237bfbf4700e70272c11982422c16955cc7f43299612fb1
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\VMware\VMware Workstation\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	19456
Linker Version:	10.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	01/02/2020

VMWare Workstation Player 15.5.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

vmauthd.dll

15.5.1.50853

15.5.1 build-15018445

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	VMware Workstation
Software Version:	15.5.1.50853
File Version:	15.5.1 build-15018445
File Size:	26032
File Date:	02/04/2020
MD5 Checksum:	1979e2dc669688f9e8063faad9fd611e
SHA1 Checksum:	6ce33b787f96b6e544f0d253c3eeb30abbbacb94
SHA256 Checksum:	bb3242aa88eb61c52fc1ac7431950ca95681eb9161132d8f0922e24989534edc
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\VMware\VMware Player\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	6144
Linker Version:	14.16
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	02/04/2020

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Other Files Related to vmauthd.dll

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
setuperr.log	Log	VMware Workstation 12.5.5	11373	C:\Windows\Logs\DPX\
setupact.log	Log	VMWare Workstation Player 15.5.1	186862	C:\Windows\Logs\DPX\
setupact.log	Log	VMWare Workstation Player 15.5.1	62521	C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
setupact.log	Log	VMWare Workstation Player 15.5.1	14252	C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
setupact.log	Log	VMware Workstation 12.5.5	62521	C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\

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