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services.msc Informations - Download and Fix

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

services.msc file Microsoft Management Console Snap-in. The file was developed by Microsoft for use with Windows software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of services.msc related errors on your device. You can also download services.msc file compatible with Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows XP, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows Vista devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

For Windows Compatible with: Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows XP, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows Vista

File info

General information
Filename services.msc
File extension MSC
Type Executable Application
Description Microsoft Management Console Snap-in
Software
Program Windows 10
Software Windows
Author Microsoft
Software version 10
Details
File size 92746
Oldest file 2006-09-18
MIME type application/xml
services.msc

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

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

services.msc

Error

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

OK

Problems related to services.msc 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 services.msc 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.

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

The last solution is to manually download and replace services.msc 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 services.msc file.

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

  • Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
  • Windows 7: ---
  • Windows XP: ---
  • Windows 8.1: ---
  • Windows 8: ---
  • Windows Vista: ---

If the steps did not solve your services.msc 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 services.msc
System Windows 10
File size 92746 bytes
Date 2012-06-02
File details
MD5 2d8d95469ec26aaa986aad1ce424e631
SHA1 67bb8c749cd81b61c96b676525789d49d9bc9506
SHA256 eb34e1de291616f983be230fe759324aca5466c79cc393d0b3e80de80914ccef
CRC32 2d237854
Example file location C:\Windows\System32\
Filename services.msc
System Windows 7
File size 92745 bytes
Date 2009-06-10
File details
MD5 7a1d35f59468b8118af5b8e21df78ae2
SHA1 8c861a73b23b92e0cae74aa275c4029bdcf1ec77
SHA256 00d8538999941044286c2ad69600b4c158dbc7a1da6546b49f73327cbb5c3453
CRC32 867796a3
Example file location ---
Filename services.msc
System Windows XP
File size 33464 bytes
Date 2008-04-14
File details
MD5 e8089aa2a6f7fee89b38c1f2d77ba6c6
SHA1 03e9708ef3aa790fe75f7122ea418ae942815005
SHA256 1121f328d1471ee4bd0f625594e69eaa3a8720cf1014c625e9480e4e62301470
CRC32 23fa2b96
Example file location ---
Filename services.msc
System Windows 8.1
File size 92746 bytes
Date 2012-06-02
File details
MD5 2d8d95469ec26aaa986aad1ce424e631
SHA1 67bb8c749cd81b61c96b676525789d49d9bc9506
SHA256 eb34e1de291616f983be230fe759324aca5466c79cc393d0b3e80de80914ccef
CRC32 2d237854
Example file location ---
Filename services.msc
System Windows 8
File size 92746 bytes
Date 2012-06-02
File details
MD5 2d8d95469ec26aaa986aad1ce424e631
SHA1 67bb8c749cd81b61c96b676525789d49d9bc9506
SHA256 eb34e1de291616f983be230fe759324aca5466c79cc393d0b3e80de80914ccef
CRC32 2d237854
Example file location ---
Filename services.msc
System Windows Vista
File size 92745 bytes
Date 2009-06-10
File details
MD5 7a1d35f59468b8118af5b8e21df78ae2
SHA1 8c861a73b23b92e0cae74aa275c4029bdcf1ec77
SHA256 00d8538999941044286c2ad69600b4c158dbc7a1da6546b49f73327cbb5c3453
CRC32 867796a3
Example file location ---