glu32.dll - How to Fix? Download Now

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing glu32.dll files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent glu32.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

glu32.dll file OpenGL Utility Library DLL. The file was developed by for use with software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of glu32.dll related errors on your device. You can also download glu32.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP

User popularity

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download glu32.dll

4.1 List of glu32.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	glu32.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	OpenGL Utility Library DLL

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Dynamic link library
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common glu32.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to glu32.dll file. glu32.dll file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to glu32.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

glu32.dll is corrupted
glu32.dll cannot be located
Runtime Error - glu32.dll
glu32.dll file error
glu32.dll file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register glu32.dll file:
glu32.dll file could not be loaded
glu32.dll file doesn't exist

glu32.dll

Application could not be started because glu32.dll file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to glu32.dll can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing glu32.dll file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

How to fix glu32.dll errors in just few steps?

Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!

glu32.dll file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with glu32.dll file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to glu32.dll file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "Windows Update" in the search field
Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of glu32.dll or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to glu32.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the glu32.dll file with properly working version. To use the tool:

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "cmd" in the search field
Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the glu32.dll file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "System Restore" in the search field
Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the glu32.dll file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace glu32.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace glu32.dll file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded glu32.dll file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of glu32.dll file example directory paths.

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your glu32.dll file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename glu32.dll

System Windows 10

File size 138240 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	fe5b6e3c964e5dcd09a981a83e1b8c50
	SHA1	e5048105ec508043d5722dbbc7d949a162312f6d
	SHA256	972a40006b5cfca5c5eb4a775c1f6f2efd44e1e7ba96e84abfcfa6d317a005ba
	CRC32	2ee3b8ff
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename glu32.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 140288 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	44f8c080a62b79720fc203216409d5c2
	SHA1	b57e8c019e740f70ac1c163c9520ff8043c4ab85
	SHA256	1dba922a82ab7db746b4bc9e39aaea7916f76cf10b645f0a21d16cb3816dc8e9
	CRC32	c4ce1d34
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename glu32.dll

System Windows 8

File size 132096 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	6650af9022463af2c8cd69496c6e6d68
	SHA1	14beed68d61bb58b39eb23ef7caffcdf8fdadea6
	SHA256	582ec75e35dacf415f81273d7661e0b7be52b85e76bb50d65238b2caa584429f
	CRC32	c78f4231
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename glu32.dll

System Windows 7

File size 130048 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	de3897365b04c4da1cf8ff725577c082
	SHA1	237d8bcf44f5e8e63b1ecda9238d759cd95d6baa
	SHA256	44703e2d6c7219714c929d8ed096c8e044a3edca73198870a5cc4ef5ce16c397
	CRC32	fa957b54
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename glu32.dll

System Windows 7

File size 165376 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	f2967c0a97c0ea67d79d7f557213950d
	SHA1	045f75a7d5ace211b4eec97d102059f7f365ae59
	SHA256	65516c83dcb3f952cd4454636b61cc2f153af6beebc352463791d92f7f500f52
	CRC32	f884fa50
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename glu32.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 133632 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	7a137514f4e48ecdbdd1f29cf7e8d5a4
	SHA1	5b4dd2bffb70ed5e23e4d4abf8efc8c6e5ac9111
	SHA256	9dd6d263a8993aec1d4d935f8c93155f0369b8155d126c3d15c09cf3b1b2a4f1
	CRC32	bcfc3745
	Example file location	---

Filename glu32.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 164864 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	ec20cebd7fc9e5b06e7e6787a9e88c88
	SHA1	fae64646bc01f2e53f2cd300414aaa01b4fd288a
	SHA256	a8fc605f5c57acfdcd26710e9dc1da151c879827e46bd65c15dbecfe673c89d4
	CRC32	47702bfb
	Example file location	---

Filename glu32.dll

System Windows XP

File size 122880 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	a78516d04dd71a18fdfdf820a6413634
	SHA1	28f5c8518f09646a856293d2bad0da4d6e89178c
	SHA256	4bec0b983e72e0909e5c7cb7f8e5d3df708a47e338dd2b764a7d9dc7a717f980
	CRC32	9ce92af5
	Example file location	---