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

lnkstub.exe file Win95-to-WinNT Migration Dll, Win95 Side. 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 lnkstub.exe related errors on your device. You can also download lnkstub.exe file compatible with Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: 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 lnkstub.exe

4.1 List of lnkstub.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	lnkstub.exe
File extension	EXE
Description	Win95-to-WinNT Migration Dll, Win95 Side

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 lnkstub.exe file related problems

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

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

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

Problems related to lnkstub.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 lnkstub.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.

How to fix lnkstub.exe errors in just few steps?

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

lnkstub.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

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with lnkstub.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.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to lnkstub.exe 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 lnkstub.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 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 lnkstub.exe file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the lnkstub.exe 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 lnkstub.exe 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 lnkstub.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 lnkstub.exe file

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

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

Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows XP: C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\

If the steps did not solve your lnkstub.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 lnkstub.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 43520 bytes

Date 2008-01-21

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File details
	MD5	5a62050ea87b415c258c44c44c5b206d
	SHA1	88a59065c45effa1e44063ddfa44626fff815936
	SHA256	989af3bb29863a85545636b4911c8443dfd4be4cbbb4173bccbf4638dbcd2f47
	CRC32	4539e4c2
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename lnkstub.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 40448 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	a882a0bc8136c4df36d61de2fa2b34c4
	SHA1	858206634f4164e45c376e225c84da91d2907856
	SHA256	386e1cc951fa85b6f5210b735cbb2a92b16bc170d4566f33e8ef8a2a39525acc
	CRC32	5fe043d8
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename lnkstub.exe

System Windows XP

File size 25088 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	1d5f3b7e6ec0d7f239225104d1b15a15
	SHA1	9f87bcf5272c2a347abaf1ab4a9f302724c0ad7c
	SHA256	ca2a30c1d0fe456dd27a95ddcc96471b343ca9068e338c0bfb4dd1467a54c785
	CRC32	e2fc9ddc
	Example file location	C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\