Troubleshoot samlib.dll Errors and Download File

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

samlib.dll file SAM 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 samlib.dll related errors on your device. You can also download samlib.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 samlib.dll

4.1 List of samlib.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	samlib.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	SAM 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 samlib.dll file related problems

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

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

samlib.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of samlib.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: ---
Windows XP: ---

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

System Windows 10

File size 84992 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	9661e2e8f0aece9effa37bd2b1b6839c
	SHA1	0fef557a941c9c5e326e27e20c5d08bc1f78ee90
	SHA256	7e7aef75b543197ec1419caab8461609e9ed7983d7cd531942201e3cf2bffcb0
	CRC32	01bb7d23
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename samlib.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 64512 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	2bb70a5bce87f25be4e8bd2bca02de81
	SHA1	35027919b6f9645cd6abeb793ca105ae2138a5f9
	SHA256	6a0cc1afacb9ff39662f7355b195b1450dd8fdb8b6ddc4494519e94252620cb2
	CRC32	ec6c4b1d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename samlib.dll

System Windows 8

File size 67584 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	32917a4a6a0f1c1186858dca793fc8f6
	SHA1	a319c05a57b054d6abc18cf2b4b5890dd1fae247
	SHA256	b107d313dcdc5c2028dcfdc974f192394efb5688dd9d08b88f70b238a38fd6de
	CRC32	69d41b4c
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename samlib.dll

System Windows 7

File size 107008 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	5b3ebfc3da142324b388ddcc4465e1ff
	SHA1	86e20ebf70fd35723eb635c4f3684891a2547a7b
	SHA256	5d58642305311f9bc9b779c9598bfc4e7433b3ea58404bf1ff9466838a2328c7
	CRC32	5dc16399
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename samlib.dll

System Windows 7

File size 60928 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	c30a3e5deeeba22e782ac54c5af5f352
	SHA1	5cf659abea952d32dee01365e898ba33d5a5b9a8
	SHA256	80939a7b5354032256706c6ca0c3ccc7e67cd1c1c81eaea2cbc74997c0863662
	CRC32	7158912c
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename samlib.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 57344 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	453de2958c885527e20c79a3fefe6af7
	SHA1	cde11130ae36665ec5d15b64cb16b3710b580c99
	SHA256	ac40dc0d1224a2f6faa1a3396345371cae7312c6d7ef0923602b2e89ed22ba2b
	CRC32	f05296e4
	Example file location	---

Filename samlib.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 99328 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	5279672a8bdaf3cfb0a4c6e0591987ac
	SHA1	4e719fa37119647f79466cf5b463da171a9d6561
	SHA256	cc24fd9baad0834161bbe4ce723c1df168185d03e82b5068cbfe22f44fa4a10a
	CRC32	409326de
	Example file location	---

Filename samlib.dll

System Windows XP

File size 64000 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	8329a39d5a402a75a74301d6a62ecda1
	SHA1	a1d75237cedc30a45117ba1c2040ddfd9f7bb667
	SHA256	1947b2b19f2d0c690ec880b5a92f88903d78c6bb6ee47261b3d744b5a863d562
	CRC32	1d26e745
	Example file location	---