inFlow Inventory Software inFlow Inventory DLL XPStar.DLL

Fixing XPStar.DLL DLL Issues - How to Download and Repair

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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XPSTAR files such as XPStar.DLL utilize the DLL file extension. This file is considered a Win64 DLL (Unknown) file, and was first created by inFlow Inventory Software for the Microsoft SQL Server software package.

XPStar.DLL was first developed on 02/08/2009 for the Windows 10 Operating System in Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Express (64-bit) 10.00.1600.22. On 08/09/2017, version 2014.0120.4100.01 ((SQL14_PCU_main).150420-1653) was released for inFlow Inventory 3.5.2.

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

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	XPStar.DLL
File Extension:	DLL file extension
Description:	XPSTAR
Object File Type:	Unknown
Comments:	SQL
File Operating System:	Windows NT 32-bit
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:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x44108
Code Size:	293888

View Other XPStar.DLL Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	409 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:03:04 13:49:09+00:00
File Type:	Win64 DLL
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
Time Stamp:	2015:04:21 00:45:49+00:00
PE Type:	PE32+
Linker Version:	10.10
Code Size:	293888
Initialized Data Size:	108032
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x44108
OS Version:	5.2
Image Version:	6.1
Subsystem Version:	5.2
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	2014.120.4100.1
Product Version Number:	12.0.4100.1
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Windows NT 32-bit
Object File Type:	Unknown
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Microsoft Corporation
File Description:	XPSTAR
File Version:	2014.0120.4100.01 ((SQL14_PCU_main).150420-1653)
Internal Name:	XPSTAR
Legal Copyright:	Microsoft Corp. All rights reserved.
Product Name:	Microsoft SQL Server
Product Version:	12.0.4100.1
Comments:	SQL
Legal Trademarks:	Microsoft SQL Server is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

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What are XPStar.DLL Error Messages?

Dynamic Link Library XPStar.DLL Errors

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

Access Violation at address - XPStar.DLL.
XPStar.DLL could not be found.
Cannot find C:\Program Files\Microsoft SQL Server\120\LocalDB\Binn\XPStar.DLL.
Cannot register XPStar.DLL.
Cannot start inFlow Inventory. A required component is missing: XPStar.DLL. Please install inFlow Inventory again.
Failed to load XPStar.DLL.
The application has failed to start because XPStar.DLL was not found.
The file XPStar.DLL is missing or corrupt.
This application failed to start because XPStar.DLL was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.

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

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

You can uninstall inFlow Inventory 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 inFlow Inventory 3.5.2 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

inFlow Inventory 3.5.2

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

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

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Microsoft SQL Server\MSSQL10.SQLEXPRESS\MSSQL\Binn\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Microsoft SQL Server\120\LocalDB\Binn\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft SQL Server\MSSQL10.SQLEXPRESS\MSSQL\Binn\
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 XPStar.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 XPStar.DLL Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying XPStar.DLL to your appropriate Windows system directory. inFlow Inventory Software typically does not release inFlow Inventory 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 XPStar.DLL and all other DLL files for inFlow Inventory. 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

XPStar.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:	549400
File Date:	01/24/2020
MD5 Checksum:	1a7a424f6ed9d8c7ded7f54f04adc8a8
SHA1 Checksum:	34247d95b649783b77bd2255fddbea6c906aa22e
SHA256 Checksum:	6c0f9b8ffa0621ed8d528bd6329f3832b2b17f11cbefb56b039d3cc9b607a407
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\Microsoft SQL Server\MSSQL10. ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	5.1
Initialized Data Size:	41984
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

inFlow Inventory 3.5.2

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

XPStar.DLL

12.0.4100.1

2014.0120.4100.01 ((SQL14_PCU_main).150420-1653)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Microsoft SQL Server
Software Version:	12.0.4100.1
File Version:	2014.0120.4100.01 ((SQL14_PCU_main).150420-1653)
File Size:	419008
File Date:	03/04/2020
MD5 Checksum:	ae22f12eabc8ae44a698f7e4ae8dc83a
SHA1 Checksum:	632f2d72f35b74a7532c20367ee4c28f9180191e
SHA256 Checksum:	3c71b086caa0c1de4f081326b920903aeb100f9d6f84b17a0fb48036f20c2f67
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\Microsoft SQL Server\120\Loca ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 DLL
Image Version:	6.1
Initialized Data Size:	108032
Linker Version:	10.10
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.2
File Modification Date/Time:	03/04/2020

Microsoft SQL Server 10.00.1600.22

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

XPStar.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:	304152
File Date:	01/30/2020
MD5 Checksum:	2b7e2c96ded0127311f55f3019615059
SHA1 Checksum:	9acdc7e91f702f26a2d169fe6b7ac205b3b01391
SHA256 Checksum:	886ab0cee6368431f5485048565d2c2620ba73aecf8125eaca9ef1286365a149
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft SQL Server\MS ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 DLL
Image Version:	5.1
Initialized Data Size:	19456
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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