Download Locator.exe to Fix Errors

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

Locator.exe file Rpc Locator. 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 Locator.exe related errors on your device. You can also download Locator.exe 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 Locator.exe

4.1 List of Locator.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	Locator.exe
File extension	EXE
Description	Rpc Locator

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.)

Most common Locator.exe file related problems

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

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

Locator.exe

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

Problems related to Locator.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 Locator.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 Locator.exe errors in just few steps?

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

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

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

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

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

System Windows 10

File size 9216 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	8b29d69e73f1184ba69ddabb3987920e
	SHA1	fd81907f1101d0e500712c72f1919bebe92771ad
	SHA256	5702a1c48e468ef21c15421fcc02d7b04f1287b33e7e4ea6451fb5b96171ea2c
	CRC32	965bd51d
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename Locator.exe

System Windows 8.1

File size 8704 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	3978dc47a27dab93de98e2c82c009c2a
	SHA1	b15a1b9ae9ed7e63e25f3802cdfac585458a102b
	SHA256	5e6396ad776a456695cbdb4fa3c2d02bc47a3f86c68c453962b69da2826f13f4
	CRC32	abd6c669
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename Locator.exe

System Windows 8

File size 9728 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	a8ddfffba3f655c82ab5d4a249e4d414
	SHA1	a4db36bc2770b1fa72b99da30aaea14f830ba86a
	SHA256	a11c67bb58c7518fceeb87f3693343cd662b6971605ee7e6ce0ae298bbb3d632
	CRC32	e50ead6c
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename Locator.exe

System Windows 7

File size 10240 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	d5ba242d4cf8e384db90e6a8ed850b8c
	SHA1	be6a56b561319da5969d2854d1604a2a1413a746
	SHA256	cb4cb2608b5e31b55fb1a2cf4051e6d08a0c2a5fb231b2116f95938d7577334e
	CRC32	35f746b7
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename Locator.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 8704 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	f46c457840d4b7a4daafee739ce04102
	SHA1	09e39f728f7d72a15f0923cdff773394cf1f12cd
	SHA256	94e946036240b3baff17c4a49745e29e492abbc7be5110741b212df4d7f45b84
	CRC32	e0d6b908
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename Locator.exe

System Windows XP

File size 75264 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	aaed593f84afa419bbae8572af87cf6a
	SHA1	7e2cc7d2da54ee5d36ff5bc95972232983c076bb
	SHA256	cc0ffc5a69394c8830dc66320da01a820bbf41ad7e57d0fc343561dc5ef9a360
	CRC32	e8bae42b
	Example file location	---