rdprefdrvapi.dll - How to Fix? Download Now

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

rdprefdrvapi.dll file Reflector Driver 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 rdprefdrvapi.dll related errors on your device. You can also download rdprefdrvapi.dll file compatible with Windows 7, Windows 7 devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

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Fix rdprefdrvapi.dll errors

1 Information about rdprefdrvapi.dll file
2 Errors related to rdprefdrvapi.dll file
3 How to fix rdprefdrvapi.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 rdprefdrvapi.dll

4.1 List of rdprefdrvapi.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	rdprefdrvapi.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	Reflector Driver API

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

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

Most common rdprefdrvapi.dll file related problems

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

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

rdprefdrvapi.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

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

System Windows 7

File size 21504 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	6c796f88b7d9bf52a45757e2c837185a
	SHA1	7efdd974a7f4aaeed5283ee0050ed8a1029622af
	SHA256	7b2f1b5584ff296757b35db1bbe6e12f39b1b83ce625099b11ba1fc36ecff11c
	CRC32	92d4c039
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename rdprefdrvapi.dll

System Windows 7

File size 23040 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	f890b16a75982537cdddd1f5f8298337
	SHA1	93404825f4782649b81cfe1755859a652b7b7d64
	SHA256	5014d8a646a11d42196f17247db832d7102c7ff776466c0e7455702efd6a25ae
	CRC32	d4d0b034
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\