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FXSSVC.exe Informations - Download and Fix

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

FXSSVC.exe file Fax Service. 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 FXSSVC.exe related errors on your device. You can also download FXSSVC.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows XP
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Fix FXSSVC.exe errors

File info

General information
Filename FXSSVC.exe
File extension EXE
Description Fax Service
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.)
FXSSVC.exe

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

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

FXSSVC.exe

Error

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

OK

Problems related to FXSSVC.exe 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 FXSSVC.exe 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.

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace FXSSVC.exe 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 FXSSVC.exe file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of FXSSVC.exe 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 XP: C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\

If the steps did not solve your FXSSVC.exe 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 FXSSVC.exe
System Windows 10
File size 521216 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
Download
File details
MD5 a91d464b26a3ada678507d65da718cf8
SHA1 84f3a1fff821bbfe65f2e37022148d787498d295
SHA256 31b8b95817417cc246a2579f1d663b61b9bb0aacfc64c2ee59cfd2e190bf6fe1
CRC32 5d960634
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename FXSSVC.exe
System Windows 8.1
File size 528384 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
Download
File details
MD5 8a1ef103f2fbbb1e1f2c5603e1729b38
SHA1 1df1aafc01772b63b0ec71abf394475b2c77d799
SHA256 ed4e2db0888095cee311caec7c12f8a7d11cc3cfc2abec9527a9413746a1aa09
CRC32 3ffe76d3
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename FXSSVC.exe
System Windows 8
File size 529920 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
Download
File details
MD5 22a38e2f78153ab500482fd0d4a9db65
SHA1 35528a62f4b3d781c77ea26226f643dd7009488a
SHA256 43be0d52487ded1cd608210d2786d010a5e5a7652a5273950707fe1ffd59dba0
CRC32 47607308
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Filename FXSSVC.exe
System Windows 7
File size 689152 bytes
Date 2010-11-21
Download
File details
MD5 dbefd454f8318a0ef691fdd2eaab44eb
SHA1 3b37b281eed08998c37563c90c3fb6f784d34b6c
SHA256 7f52ae222ff28503b6fc4a5852bd0caeaf187be69af4b577d3de474c24366099
CRC32 5f4ceb62
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename FXSSVC.exe
System Windows XP
File size 267776 bytes
Date 2008-04-14
Download
File details
MD5 e97d6a8684466df94ff3bc24fb787a07
SHA1 c2bbcd7b9027be6de9bb0920bc97c03d0765565f
SHA256 89e5a6889e3c5ab9ad3e80ffc16dd608278f3adc282048b40b60196336a5cbeb
CRC32 a9f4dfd0
Example file location C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\