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An Easy Solution To Get Rid of Mapi32.dll Error

Reader Question:

“Hi Wally, the Mapi32.dll error appears every time I start Windows 7?” - Charles S., United Kingdom

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Wally’s Answer: Mapi32.dll error is another one of those unexplained error messages that seem to pop out of literally nowhere. More often than not, the user does not understand what has led to the error, let alone find a solution to it. To top it off, there are more than one ways you can encounter the Mapi32.dll error, possible scenarios include:

• Displays while you are installing a program
• Pops up at Startup
• During shutting the system down
• Unable to Install Windows

The Mapi32.dll error informs you that the Mapi32.dll file is corrupt, and you had better replace it, or your operating system is going to face problems in functioning properly.

Causes of Mapi32.dll Error

• Problem in Windows Registry
• Virus infection
• Malware corruption
• Problem with your Hard disk – bad sectors
The most likely cause is a virus infection, as you yourself must have not done anything that would spawn the Mapi32.dll error.

This is How the Mapi32.dll Error Might Appear

Although, there are numerous scenarios in which this error spawns, here the general ones are discussed.
Scenario 1 – “Mapi32.dll Not Found”
Or “Cannot start [APPLICATION].
“The file mapi32.dll is missing”
“Cannot find [PATH]/mapi32.dll file”
Reinstalling the application may work; otherwise, the installation file might be corrupt. The different error messages may require a unique fix for each.

Mapi32.dll Error Removal

As Mapi32.dll is a system error, you may not be able to gain access to your Windows in the normal mode, so you may have to boot in using the SAFE MODE.
Accidentally Deleted it – Surely this is the most unlikely error scenario but it the simplest to rectify. All you have to do is restore the file, and Windows will relocate it to its rightful location. In case the Recycle Bin is empty, you might grab hold of a file recovery software.
Run a Virus Scan – Sometimes, all the infected computer needs is a good old virus scan. Maybe the mapi32.dll error is caused by a virus by the same name. It is recommended to have the antivirus installed beforehand, as to increase the chances of protection.
System Restore – If you do not have made a backup of your system, then the only option available is to restore the computer to the prior configuration. The process only takes a minute.
Reinstall the Software – If the mapi32.dll error pops up during the installation of an application, then the software itself is the culprit. Obtain a fresh installation file. If the error continues, try contacting the vendor, or head on over to a help forum.
One can download the mapi32.dll file from an online portal, but this is not likely to do you any good. The root of mapi32.dll error lies in your computer, and it is best to recover your original file.

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