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How to Download and Fix netcfg.exe?

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

netcfg.exe file WinPE network installer. 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 netcfg.exe related errors on your device. You can also download netcfg.exe file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista 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 Vista

File info

General information
Filename netcfg.exe
File extension EXE
Description WinPE network installer
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 Neutral
netcfg.exe

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

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

netcfg.exe

Error

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

OK

Problems related to netcfg.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 netcfg.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.

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

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

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

If the steps did not solve your netcfg.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 netcfg.exe
System Windows 10
File size 26624 bytes
Date 2017-03-18
File details
MD5 de8bdf3e3dc0e01d06486383f25e8e56
SHA1 9fc965c60b4e73c2ac74c09bd0b3e2f5be788059
SHA256 a55019e63f21af3602abed2e77a35ef5e3e0e8b5bbd803f99b3933a4355ad369
CRC32 05d45ec0
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename netcfg.exe
System Windows 8.1
File size 26624 bytes
Date 2014-11-21
File details
MD5 ae6634ef4c7cdcb77385e834caf3c761
SHA1 83cda39a719fcdf248024773d1fdf0e5c322a786
SHA256 4394c8f76ee552f36fb7320f79e0dad7a2479a316a86f262dc7fe13d4c586dbd
CRC32 72aff359
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename netcfg.exe
System Windows 8
File size 26112 bytes
Date 2012-07-26
File details
MD5 e180a9bda4d40493e746165996a729f5
SHA1 b4047604944590cb294f08d80ca8e188e847c7eb
SHA256 b72c80a7a25729ce1fbcaa1bd0c81b0266a922fc5f4cef9499e32baf35044e0e
CRC32 473bc9da
Example file location 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Filename netcfg.exe
System Windows 7
File size 32256 bytes
Date 2009-07-14
File details
MD5 6768d5404f13d21ceebbe2017f296e22
SHA1 a381a44dd679d2b704802b12d32111b5958ce941
SHA256 78e7e21c82727efbfc07df85eca9ea6fdf4c469eb8fdc78e14b2ebfa33285fc0
CRC32 607acaff
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename netcfg.exe
System Windows Vista
File size 32256 bytes
Date 2008-01-21
File details
MD5 67a697f90a9ea0a172e6cfdc4c7b69de
SHA1 000f5143cf365964e631d7ecc59794ec8cc612cf
SHA256 483a577cab4d5623bc2a384e35ac7a2edec6914231fe63ab314b45b5685cc6df
CRC32 1a745a0a
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\