missing dll

[thecrazybandit]

Just upgraded a pc tower from vista to xp and keeped all the drivers it a acer aspire t180 all went ok but i keep getting the message missing propsys.dll when i boot up any idea how to resolve this problem

[pan1300]

Re: missing dll

hi thecrazybandit

in such cases I normally google (eg 'propsys.dll missing windows xp' or so) - result is some tips (most results are downloading this file or in worst case re-installing xp).

[aplok]

Re: missing dll

try this

__https://www.google.fr/#q=propsys.dll+is+either+not+designed+to+run+on+windows+or+it+contains+an+error

or this

__http://pcsupport.about.com/od/findbyerrormessage/a/propsys-dll-not-found-missing-error.htm


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Applies To

The propsys.dll error message could apply to any program or system that might utilize the file on any of Microsoft's operating systems including Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, and Windows 2000.
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Propsys.dll Error Messages

There are several different ways that propsys.dll errors can show up on your computer. Here are some of the more common ways that you might see propsys.dll errors:

"Propsys.dll Not Found"

"This application failed to start because propsys.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem."

"Cannot find [PATH]\propsys.dll"

"The file propsys.dll is missing."

"Cannot start [APPLICATION]. A required component is missing: propsys.dll. Please install [APPLICATION] again."

Propsys.dll error messages might appear while using or installing certain programs, when Windows starts or shuts down, or maybe even during a Windows installation.

The context of the propsys.dll error is an important piece of information that will be helpful while solving the problem.
Cause of Propsys.dll Errors

Propsys.dll errors are caused by situations that lead to the removal or corruption of the propsys DLL file.

In some cases, propsys.dll errors could indicate a registry problem, a virus or malware issue or even a hardware failure.
How To Fix Propsys.dll Errors
Important: Do not download propsys.dll from a "DLL download" website. There are many reasons why downloading a DLL file is a bad idea. If you need a copy of propsys.dll, it's best to obtain it from its original, legitimate source.

Note: Start Windows in Safe Mode to complete any of the following steps if you're unable to access Windows normally due to the propsys.dll error.

Restore propsys.dll from the Recycle Bin. The easiest possible cause of a "missing" propsys.dll file is that you've mistakenly deleted it.

If you suspect that you've accidentally deleted propsys.dll but you've already emptied the Recycle Bin, you may be able to recover propsys.dll with a free file recovery program.

Important: Recovering a deleted copy of propsys.dll with a file recovery program is a smart idea only if you're confident you've deleted the file yourself and that it was working properly before you did that.

Run a virus/malware scan of your entire system. Some propsys.dll errors could be related to a virus or other malware infection on your computer that has damaged the DLL file. It's even possible that the propsys.dll error you're seeing is related to a hostile program that's masquerading as the file.

Use System Restore to undo recent system changes. If you suspect that the propsys.dll error was caused by a change made to an important file or configuration, a System Restore could solve the problem.

Reinstall the program that uses the propsys.dll file. If the propsys.dll DLL error occurs when you use a particular program, reinstalling the program should replace the file.

Important: Try your best to complete this step. Reinstalling the program that provides the propsys.dll file, if possible, is a likely solution to this DLL error.

Update the drivers for hardware devices that might be related to propsys.dll. If, for example, you're receiving a "The file propsys.dll is missing" error when you play a 3D video game, try updating the drivers for your video card.

Note: The propsys.dll file may or may not be related to video cards - this was just an example. The key here is to pay very close attention to the context of the error and troubleshoot accordingly.

Roll back a driver to a previously installed version if propsys.dll errors began after updating a particular hardware device's driver.

Run the sfc /scannow System File Checker command to replace a missing or corrupt copy of the propsys.dll file. If this DLL file is provided my Microsoft, the System File Checker tool should restore it.

Install any available Windows updates. Many service packs and other patches replace or update some of the hundreds of Microsoft distributed DLL files on your computer. The propsys.dll file could be included in one of those updates.

Test your memory and then test your hard drive. I've left the majority of hardware troubleshooting to the last step, but your computer's memory and hard drive are easy to test and are the most likely components that might cause propsys.dll errors as they fail.

If the hardware fails any of your tests, replace the memory or replace the hard drive as soon as possible.

Repair your installation of Windows. If the individual propsys.dll file troubleshooting advice above is unsuccessful, performing a startup repair or repair installation should restore all Windows DLL files to their working versions.

Use a free registry cleaner to repair propsys.dll related issues in the registry. A free registry cleaner program may be able to help by removing invalid propsys.dll registry entries that might be causing the DLL error.

Important: I rarely recommend the use of registry cleaners. I've included the option here as a "last resort" attempt before the destructive step coming up next.

Perform a clean installation of Windows. A clean install of Windows will erase everything from the hard drive and install a fresh copy of Windows. If none of the steps above correct the propsys.dll error, this should be your next course of action.

Important: All the information on your hard drive will be erased during a clean install. Make sure you've made the best attempt possible to fix the propsys.dll error using a troubleshooting step prior to this one.

Troubleshoot for a hardware problem if any propsys.dll errors persist. After a clean install of Windows, your DLL problem can only be hardware related.



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where you can find this

[I] After a clean install of Windows, your DLL problem can only be hardware related.[/I]

and consequently ...

[I]... uprage to xp[/I]

definitively ...

[benchsirius]

Re: missing dll

I would suggest downloading in from online or a friends pc, or using a cab extracter to find it .

[Mobley3]

Re: missing dll

You do know that Windows XP will not be supported after April 2014 I suppose.
Unless you need it for something particular...Programs or repairing Spiderbox then maybe you might want to look for another O/S.

Regards Mobley3

[thecrazybandit]

Re: missing dll

Yes i know xp will stopped being supported soon but i like to have a couple of pc running one on xp and another on windows 7 like you said it helps with spiderbox and technomate when problems arise

[joseram2000]

Re: missing dll

search software emulates a dll called fixed, and I will put the correct dlls or uninstall the program but fails dll and reinstall

[Teranoz]

Re: missing dll

What you did is not upgrading but downgrading.
My guess is that you left all the vista files on the system and installed XP over the remains of Vista.
Because the architecture of Vista differs from that of XP some DLL's are different even though they have the same name. This would mean your installation of XP tried to register the DLL but failed and this would result in a not found for the system if you run XP.

Advice : Backup all files you want to keep on an external HD and do a format on the internal HD and do a clean install.
If things still fail to work try searching in the msdn for it.

[thecrazybandit]

Re: missing dll

Yes you are correct not really a upgrade but just wanted xp on this machine

[Teranoz]

Re: missing dll

If you just need XP for a limited number of things you might consider installing a virtual machine running XP. Best would be in that case to use a 64-bit OS with 16 Gigs or so and install the VM with 4 Gigs.

[aplok]

Re: missing dll

hi,

with a dual boot,

a naked xp-home can hold in a 10gb partition,
with about 2.5 gb free space for addons:

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;)

[fandm]

Re: missing dll

Just stick the windows disc that you used to load the pc with, and let it repair your system.

[besit]

Re: missing dll

[QUOTE=Mobley3;300123]
Regards Mobley3[/QUOTE]
I heard M$ going to support enterprize xp users for somee time more. It means if you can use your noodles you may have security updates for some time.
And even if they'll stop support, it means no more security patches.
Noone says you cannot use XP. Just dion't use it for www surfing and you won't need to secure nothing

About missing dll.
Downgrading from Vista is not a good solution.
Kill Vista and install XP from the scratch.

[joseram2000]

Re: missing dll

besit according to the best solution is to eliminate the vista probably with millenium the worst of microsoft

[skytec]

Re: missing dll

I recommend to upgrate to Windows 7. Windows XP will go out of support on April 8, 2014.