Mciwave.dll download

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Microsoft
Description:
MCI driver for waveform audio
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Since you decided to visit this page, chances are you’re either looking for mciwave.dll file, or a way to fix the “mciwave.dll is missing” error. Look through the information below, which explains how to resolve your issue. On this page, you can download the mciwave.dll file as well.

What is Mciwave.dll?

Mciwave.dll a DLL (Dynamic Link Library) file, developed by Microsoft, which is referred to essential system files of the Windows OS. It usually contains a set of procedures and driver functions, which may be applied by Windows.

What is Mciwave.dll used for?

Mciwave.dll file, also known as MCI driver for waveform audio, is commonly associated with Microsoft® Windows® Operating System. It is an essential component, which ensures that Windows programs operate properly. Thus, if the mciwave.dll file is missing, it may negatively affect the work of the associated software.

What is Mciwave.dll is missing error mean?

There are multiple reasons that may cause mciwave.dll errors. These include Windows registry issues, malicious software, faulty applications, etc.

Error messages related to the mciwave.dll file can also indicate that the file has been incorrectly installed, corrupted or removed.

Other common mciwave.dll errors include:

  • “mciwave.dll is missing”
  • “mciwave.dll error loading”
  • “mciwave.dll crash”
  • “mciwave.dll was not found”
  • “mciwave.dll could not be located”
  • “mciwave.dll Access Violation”
  • “The procedure entry point mciwave.dll error”
  • “Cannot find mciwave.dll”
  • “Cannot register mciwave.dll”
mciwave.dll - System Error The program can`t start because mciwave.dll is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix problem.

How to fix Mciwave.dll missing error?

If the “mciwave.dll is missing” error occurs, you may use one of the methods below – manual or automatic – to solve the problem. The manual method assumes that you download the mciwave.dll file and put it inside the game/application installation folder, while the second method is much easier as it allows you to automatically fix the error with minimum effort.

Method 1: Download Mciwave.dll

Search through available versions of mciwave.dll from the list below, select the correct file and press the “Download” link. If you cannot decide which version to choose, read the article below or use the automatic method to resolve the issue

Mciwave.dll, 11 available versions

Bits & Version File size Checksums
32bit 6.3.9600.16384 23.5 KB
MD5
MD5 d75cc32544240fcf5fd5bd0715a76b58
SHA1
SHA1 8e64dcc24e0b241594751dda48e7f589825af785
32bit 6.2.9200.16384 22.5 KB
MD5
MD5 167e368f7b99516211bf134b7458b183
SHA1
SHA1 f9cee68b6bb121390f02209a1995eea78a5a6395
32bit 6.1.7600.16385 22.5 KB
MD5
MD5 8530794a804123062f38251eb9a41b50
SHA1
SHA1 c88dd580c4e848d2210f6cb4fbadcc8c93ea9aff
64bit 6.0.6000.16386 28.0 KB
MD5
MD5 28ee9a044e9793867a5554adbac4be76
SHA1
SHA1 5d60936f766cac3d2eb3f9fb0284f859e3976114
32bit 6.0.6000.16386 22.5 KB
MD5
MD5 d1487bd9f89d1836ecffbaf62c0d70da
SHA1
SHA1 efd22d3446dbc5d0d882e8c5040cca207eea1713
32bit 5.1.2600.5512 23.0 KB
MD5
MD5 d12509f45f3d610b817b50cf8dfb1637
SHA1
SHA1 d5159c32fdb69070fe1de537c006b3713355c510
32bit 5.1.2600.2180 23.0 KB
MD5
MD5 2413e96a065e5debf4a7290bf080412e
SHA1
SHA1 5149764f6448536ba993e392bae40075896f803d
32bit 10.0.14393.0 23.5 KB
MD5
MD5 5f96985541fed0d855a2885a07fbab2d
SHA1
SHA1 fd694baff7b9f29e5e689798297a3567e34b27e4
64bit 10.0.14393.0 29.5 KB
MD5
MD5 f34dfe02bda6265bc3f9286caea3a9b5
SHA1
SHA1 dcfd809de077614137c761daccde14701ead8adc
32bit 10.0.10586.0 23.5 KB
MD5
MD5 1001b6a65ea434030c8cbaa28f3c7ba2
SHA1
SHA1 607a96cd9c7c522558566eaff3dc2697396ae1d9
64bit 10.0.10586.0 29.5 KB
MD5
MD5 9f4df3a8b54198b4ae5750e60c345179
SHA1
SHA1 f2d0890ad151f780f8299c6b7697b96616e3c0cd

How to choose the correct version of Mciwave.dll?

First, look through descriptions in the table above and select the proper file for your program. Pay attention to whether it’s a 64-, or 32-bit file, as well as the language it uses. For 64-bit programs, use 64-bit files if they are listed above.

It’s best to choose those dll files which language corresponds to the language of your program, if possible. We also recommend downloading the latest versions of dll files for an up-to-date functionality.

Where to place the Mciwave.dll file?

To repair the “mciwave.dll is missing” error, put the file inside the application/game installation folder. Alternatively, you can place the mciwave.dll file within the Windows system directory.

How to register Mciwave.dll?

If putting the missing mciwave.dll file into the proper directory doesn’t solve the problem, you’ll have to register it. To do so, copy your DLL file to the C:\Windows\System32 folder, and open a command prompt with admin rights. There, type “regsvr32 mciwave.dll” and press Enter.

Method 2: Fix the missing Mciwave.dll error automatically

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Method 3: Update drivers to restore missing .dll files

Driver updates for the Windows operating system, as well as for network adapters, monitors, printers, etc., can be independently downloaded and installed from the Windows Update Center or by using specialized utilities.

OPTION 1 - Automatic Device Drivers Update

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  • Step 1: Download the Outbyte Driver Updater
  • Step 2: Install the application
  • Step 3: Launch the app
  • Step 4: Driver Updater will scan your system for outdated and missing drivers
  • Step 5: Click Update to automatically update all drivers

OPTION 2 - Manually Update Device Drivers

  • Step 1: Go to Taskbar' search box - write Device Manager - choose Device Manager
  • Step 2: Select a category to look at the devices' names - make right-click the one that needs to be updated
  • Step 3: Choose Search automatically for updated driver software
  • Step 4: Look at Update Driver, and select it
  • Step 5: Windows might not be able to find the new driver. In this case, the user can see the driver on the manufacturer's website, where all the necessary instructions are available

Method 4: Scan your PC for malware to fix mciwave.dll error

Sometimes mciwave.dll error can happen because of malware on your computer. The malicious software can intentionally corrupt DLL files in order to substitute them with its own malicious files. Therefore, your number one priority should be to scan your computer for malware and eliminate it as soon as possible.

OPTION 1 - Windows Defender

The new version of Windows 10 has a built-in application called "Windows Defender", which allows you to check your computer for viruses and remove malware, which is difficult to remove in a running operating system. In order to use the Windows Defender Offline scan, go to the settings (Start - Gear icon or Win + I key), select "Update and Security" and go to the "Windows Defender" section.
How to use Windows Defender Offline Scan
  • Step 1: Press Win key or click on Start and click on Gear icon. Alternatively press Win + I key combination.
  • Step 2: Select Update and Security option and go to Windows Defender section.
  • Step 3: At the bottom of the defender settings there is the checkbox " Windows Defender Offline scan". To start it, click "Scan Now". Note that you have to save all unsaved data before rebooting your PC.

After clicking “Scan Now” burton, the computer will reboot and automatically start searching viruses and malware. Upon completion of the scan, the computer will restart, and in the notifications, you will see a report on the completed scan.

OPTION 2 - Outbyte Antivirus

Outbyte products are one of the most popular and effective to fight malware and unwanted programs, and they will come in handy even when you have a high-quality third-party antivirus installed. Scanning in the new version of Malwarebytes can be performed in real time and manually. To initiate manual scan please follow the steps below:
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  • Step 2: Select items that you want to quarantine and press “Quarantine Selected” button. When quarantined, you may be prompted to reboot the computer.
  • Step 3: After the program has been restarted, you can delete all quarantined objects by going to the appropriate section of the program or restore some of them if it turned out that after quarantining something from your software began to work incorrectly.

Method 5: Fix Mciwave.dll missing error with System File Checker (SFC)

Many users are familiar with the sfc / scannow system file integrity check command, which automatically checks and fixes protected Windows system files. To execute this command, you have to run command prompt as administrator.
  • Step 1: Start the command line as an administrator in Windows by pressing Win key on your keyboard and typing "Command Prompt" in the search field, then - right-click on the result and select Run as administrator. Alternatively, you can press Win + X key combination which will open the menu where you can select Command Prompt (Admin).
  • Step 2: Type sfc / scannow while in Command Prompt and hit Enter.

After entering the command, a system check will begin. It will take a while, so please be patient. Once operation is complete you will get the message “Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files and successfully repaired them.” or “Windows Resource Protection found corrupt files but was unable to fix some of them”.

Keep in mind that System File Checker (SFC) cannot fix integrity errors for those system files that are currently being used by operating system. To fix these files you have to run SFC command through the command prompt in the Windows recovery environment. You can get into Windows Recovery Environment from the login screen, by clicking Shutdown, then holding down the Shift key while selecting Restart.

In Windows 10, you can press Win key, select Settings > Update & security > Recovery and under Advanced Startup, click Restart now. You can also boot from the installation disk or bootable USB flash drive with the Windows 10 distribution. On the installation screen select your preferred language and then select “System Restore”. After that, go to “Troubleshooting” > “Advanced Settings” > “Command Prompt”. Once in Command Prompt type the following command: sfc /scannow /offbootdir=C:\ /offwindir=C:\Windows where C is the partition with the installed operating system, and C: \ Windows is the path to the Windows 10 folder.

This operation will take a while and it is important to wait until it is complete. When finished, close the command prompt and restart the computer as usual.

Method 6: Fix corrupted Mciwave.dll file by performing System Restore

System Restore is very useful when you want to fix mciwave.dll error. Using the "System Restore" function, you can choose restore Windows to the date when the mciwave.dll file was not damaged. Thus, restoring Windows to an earlier date cancels changes made to system files. Please follow the steps below to roll back Windows using System Restore and get rid of mciwave.dll error.
  • Step 1: Press the Win + R keys combination to launch Run dialog.
  • Step 2: Type rstrui in the Run text box and click OK or hit Enter. It will open the system recovery utility.
  • Step 3: The “System Restore” window may include the “Choose a different restore point” option. If so, select this option and click Next. Check the “Show more restore points” checkbox to see a complete list of dates.
  • Step 4: Select a date to restore Windows 10. Keep in mind that you need to select a recovery point that will restore Windows to the date when the mciwave.dll error message did not appear.
  • Step 5: Click the "Next" button and then click "Finish" to confirm your restore point.

At this point, your computer will reboot normally and boot up with restored version of Windows, and mciwave.dll error should be resolved.

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