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

samsrv.dll file SAM Server 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 samsrv.dll related errors on your device. You can also download samsrv.dll file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, 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 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 samsrv.dll

4.1 List of samsrv.dll file versions

File info

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

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

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

samsrv.dll

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 737280 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	2c62844061d3f6fd29964fa8582f5f5f
	SHA1	bf581ae09402c1e256d6f7b0e5211b4ccd907f1a
	SHA256	0be0c5bfde680e00b51c8b6877c2792005fc932ba19a4646e4bebf2678ba97ce
	CRC32	c97fef13
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename samsrv.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 607744 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	34d621e07203bfb294cb077c9a700a21
	SHA1	8835f3ff2f06a0bd732be498688a07080814e628
	SHA256	041fa6c6fbc385712a9f6942ceb43a6fea83d1806928f269b496c18fbcdee1f3
	CRC32	c9cbef6d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename samsrv.dll

System Windows 8

File size 543232 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	37c13c6dac2799002b5351d3c727d6a3
	SHA1	0c0874f57842c00f385ab358789b3770b45dc2c0
	SHA256	56a15cb364f48abb2bc819269969e7ca3bc3ee18793cba82868d0f6199058470
	CRC32	0f50a06f
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename samsrv.dll

System Windows 7

File size 758784 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	a744ba6e04c8aa4592818178dbf89521
	SHA1	21df8cf69078d1067c36e227546505a93b3eedf9
	SHA256	9e7c85d842df16f9b8fed7b06af309b5eccbfd465f5552347d4c3f1fefdc6f7a
	CRC32	5a5b0bcd
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename samsrv.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 671744 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	60eec5440c2d05e5fda04900e45ff717
	SHA1	40e0b9f1c107219c960ddaf67c2e9feefc33f3db
	SHA256	ce2ed2bb71564d3059c79a437997c01712b3f732e54952c4e15c86bf5b35af04
	CRC32	12be4a2e
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename samsrv.dll

System Windows XP

File size 415744 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	f05b8cdb7fe0e55dccfb1d946ce80064
	SHA1	6bac2d36c3775fdab8b3ce06002526c0caf1d4ee
	SHA256	e59bc2f25ebff5f0cf459c9b8dee882ade227323f4768ebacfcc6784861bf260
	CRC32	62008d3c
	Example file location	---