ndfapi.dll - Repair Issues and Download

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

ndfapi.dll file Network Diagnostic Framework Client 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 ndfapi.dll related errors on your device. You can also download ndfapi.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista 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

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 ndfapi.dll

4.1 List of ndfapi.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	ndfapi.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Network Diagnostic Framework Client 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 ndfapi.dll file related problems

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

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

ndfapi.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of ndfapi.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\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 247296 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	e2ccc92984af05b0c1f4ea71ad216d64
	SHA1	ac47aa57cc5d6c64f980112568fee4933fe4db9c
	SHA256	cd7b10eb4468b134034547d3bc2eb1a8e175fcad6f9b44d497e0af6121123a21
	CRC32	ac306669
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ndfapi.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 223232 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	ce4ab246549013f04903da748719ecc0
	SHA1	f3945af7490104a37bc8d1f3252b64686a2acb9b
	SHA256	c57afec14eb5b927488733fa10856c41b5664ddbc7a126dd2fa0fa65e7505fde
	CRC32	2b2a3bb4
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ndfapi.dll

System Windows 8

File size 217600 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	2cc2669714c8e38e5d44cba3cd8592d9
	SHA1	e568e9ab81dbb2eb2d7d9a5d68511ebcd30fc941
	SHA256	b02b28c4eef5ca1ced175dd6be61ea4de110ac46edd5022a7993c1848aaedb24
	CRC32	7ce980a6
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ndfapi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 238592 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	18d4729031314f8c217cdfcc599ef4e4
	SHA1	ab252f1b7d1c44bf30119785b66db3fd7ff73c11
	SHA256	6bdf1858819a8d8ddeb375d3d8737627effcb8d254a455975e16209aef615b17
	CRC32	cc3f792d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ndfapi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 200192 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	cc6301055e753eb22aa77a1c00fcdd39
	SHA1	0bb49c2a383dd7d5b665d06e51bc5f932693257d
	SHA256	a1958c27dc50c103c95f32e903aa46b8c95b9535af3026a384361689d730dd82
	CRC32	bef5ed7d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename ndfapi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 145408 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	4c77b0474c0d19883757432fb4183c7c
	SHA1	ddfcef0bdff887bc19908307fad3bc6b156948f3
	SHA256	67396a2ddbfeb4b86fe488084daa60d46f618dc0db163247b6abe6b80c8ede55
	CRC32	1df4486f
	Example file location	---

Filename ndfapi.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 135168 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	8cbe8bb8e439b8dcaa4978510619118c
	SHA1	05a8a48d49f3e481a4d8ba8a1eec8d0c36429042
	SHA256	89e1b71857a375e8a2792ee20c0582076010f38a7fae82f3c170c925194cd762
	CRC32	6794af68
	Example file location	---