wsdchngr.dll Troubleshoot and Download

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

wsdchngr.dll file WSD Challenge Component. 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 wsdchngr.dll related errors on your device. You can also download wsdchngr.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

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Fix wsdchngr.dll errors

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

4.1 List of wsdchngr.dll file versions

File info

General information
Filename	wsdchngr.dll
File extension	DLL
Description	WSD Challenge Component

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 wsdchngr.dll file related problems

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

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

wsdchngr.dll

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

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

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

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

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

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of wsdchngr.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 wsdchngr.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 wsdchngr.dll

System Windows 10

File size 41984 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	5385502d13b607acd69dac0a44c2dc9c
	SHA1	ca3fb843806898c48c6a51c8264b401a02efb4fa
	SHA256	f766cafb5ec721967af8265690cb522c820e772049a1a491125186b09ca54322
	CRC32	aebc46a3
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wsdchngr.dll

System Windows 8.1

File size 24576 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	325c4b34d684b06d0d11791149757597
	SHA1	63c03ba7e02974bbc7c15f59e95edc861ef981e7
	SHA256	58f81d858bd85fab2389cb4f2e57ba7585466c79b494882104e87db9dabefdc6
	CRC32	282d8b43
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wsdchngr.dll

System Windows 8

File size 22528 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	ef203540dd3628462ba02565a56a517d
	SHA1	1a1d18b8b21aeaaf6dd7e21579fd0c20307debfd
	SHA256	4802d0eeee6054853d7c640496ac75c94f125402de063a393b44055413fb6477
	CRC32	77bef1aa
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wsdchngr.dll

System Windows 7

File size 26112 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	4c1244fef74c60a4b1b151c76609cbe2
	SHA1	c81a7e450e9023b778c3b2159eda4dc2baf0603a
	SHA256	3e500204a9232d5b332be16c281a32b957d03bba836851be7754f030872fac83
	CRC32	b5dc0694
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wsdchngr.dll

System Windows 7

File size 21504 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	aaf7beb63e2cc499834b608a85a55e4e
	SHA1	c0b9124b726202e4809afbf67247b1c3bbc48c43
	SHA256	06809ad771dd20624d715ea1df85bdd3fd2919c5c139a7c67d6eb140a1d0a439
	CRC32	0be9ab8b
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename wsdchngr.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 20992 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	4dba143f06bad1df935cb9603140cf2a
	SHA1	869d42517f7735e50d4677cdb3d8b370c90b517d
	SHA256	de2d3a13993046ccc7691c9614702dcbc43c788282a2b722a8f3f4829281bc1a
	CRC32	6f2680ce
	Example file location	---

Filename wsdchngr.dll

System Windows Vista

File size 25600 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	8e10b36901325c1abe28e71fb8e437d9
	SHA1	de7a4232d409e33861bbb40f4f440fd0fb2a2d40
	SHA256	6478778dca5aac88bf3acd507463e7efbfb10696b71c847b383ff56b868c8304
	CRC32	3317e035
	Example file location	---