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OEMHelpIns.dll Informations - Download and Fix

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

OEMHelpIns.dll file Microsoft® Help Customization Installer. 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 OEMHelpIns.dll related errors on your device. You can also download OEMHelpIns.dll file compatible with Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista

File info

General information
Filename OEMHelpIns.dll
File extension DLL
Description Microsoft® Help Customization Installer
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.)
OEMHelpIns.dll

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

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

OEMHelpIns.dll

Error

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

OK

Problems related to OEMHelpIns.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 OEMHelpIns.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.

OEMHelpIns.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

Virus Scan

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with OEMHelpIns.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.

Windows Update

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

  1. Go to the Windows "Start" menu
  2. Type "Windows Update" in the search field
  3. Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
  4. Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
  5. 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 OEMHelpIns.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

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 OEMHelpIns.dll file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the OEMHelpIns.dll file with properly working version. To use the tool:

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

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Windows Recovery

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

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

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the OEMHelpIns.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 OEMHelpIns.dll file

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

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

  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\AdvancedInstallers\
  • Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\AdvancedInstallers\
  • Windows Vista: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\AdvancedInstallers\
  • Windows Vista: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\AdvancedInstallers\

If the steps did not solve your OEMHelpIns.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 OEMHelpIns.dll
System Windows 7
File size 151040 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 b4f3ac04d6f0690012fad342e2ca356c
SHA1 4a616dde1257dd3815405ba135e93af0bd036956
SHA256 d845445265b6f76b0848bbdeae0a2444ba94e29cc3ff08d49bd8614323419121
CRC32 ca5b696f
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\AdvancedInstallers\
Filename OEMHelpIns.dll
System Windows 7
File size 222208 bytes
Date 2009-07-14
File details
MD5 cb673734d67b80f645c0c6dc6d8ee115
SHA1 070524e2796acad2bda5ce7ec872636acc1bc817
SHA256 33905fd18f5bca4e68a3d79251b33429b395234977c21759a9b4785862a1e232
CRC32 dfeaa16f
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\AdvancedInstallers\
Filename OEMHelpIns.dll
System Windows Vista
File size 207872 bytes
Date 2008-01-21
File details
MD5 0af1d2e89cf95edadba1efd74e56adfa
SHA1 27e180845d5454916240d73128f2f96a257ea4bf
SHA256 9671cb949d0801b404d349b731f5d1a6589cead0e401abada55d77a95d8e9cd1
CRC32 bcf38cbe
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\AdvancedInstallers\
Filename OEMHelpIns.dll
System Windows Vista
File size 146432 bytes
Date -0001-11-30
File details
MD5 201287c1e2659e4a6de63ceee9de50dc
SHA1 a4345443fff519ad34600d9b804e23bcb0ad90dc
SHA256 32fb179130dbbdd2c66781949d40bc30ae8536406763106b654abcca7551fbd9
CRC32 93d0e2cc
Example file location C:\Windows\SysWOW64\AdvancedInstallers\