Download mbsmsapi.dll to Fix Errors

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing mbsmsapi.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 mbsmsapi.dll file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

mbsmsapi.dll file Microsoft Windows Mobile Broadband SMS API. 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 mbsmsapi.dll related errors on your device. You can also download mbsmsapi.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8

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Fix mbsmsapi.dll errors

1 Information about mbsmsapi.dll file
2 Errors related to mbsmsapi.dll file
3 How to fix mbsmsapi.dll related errors?

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

4 Download mbsmsapi.dll

4.1 List of mbsmsapi.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	mbsmsapi.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Microsoft Windows Mobile Broadband SMS API

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 mbsmsapi.dll file related problems

There are various types of errors related to mbsmsapi.dll file. mbsmsapi.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 mbsmsapi.dll file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

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

mbsmsapi.dll

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

Problems related to mbsmsapi.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 mbsmsapi.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 mbsmsapi.dll errors in just few steps?

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

mbsmsapi.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 mbsmsapi.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 mbsmsapi.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 mbsmsapi.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 mbsmsapi.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the mbsmsapi.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 mbsmsapi.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 mbsmsapi.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 mbsmsapi.dll file

The last solution is to manually download and replace mbsmsapi.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 mbsmsapi.dll file.

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\

If the steps did not solve your mbsmsapi.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 mbsmsapi.dll

System Windows 10

File size 490496 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	912f9ceac702c974a0355f4891642351
	SHA1	a3ba6f16da92a5dee29a965e98e12dfe49bf677a
	SHA256	a001a3123e9dedc6dcfce08e2ceff387fd85ca8d75a2bfcbf671bd550de65ac7
	CRC32	d2f86d3f
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mbsmsapi.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 198656 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	d9764c1298ad64350813d956f641f312
	SHA1	6c53a0ba54f3141552676b5221372102dae411d9
	SHA256	5dc664fe26bf9a628b506f57bb0c886c43c292afbd6ce282fccb1232afda5739
	CRC32	74a49782
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename mbsmsapi.dll

System Windows 8

File size 157696 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	977b78a8c1f8da5c2d39d907cbcbf0e2
	SHA1	6b391377cccae9295bcbec451cc430ba91a3a429
	SHA256	52bcda8dd46f4dfa104ec19fd023f252c824aefe1b5a5849e32e628e8834fe89
	CRC32	6fa835fc
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\