system86.dll

Hi kidsubaru,

a) What exactly is the issue here?

b) Which Operating System do you have issues with?

c) What is the exact error message you get with a specific error code(if any)?

There are several different ways that system86.dll errors can show up on your computer. Here are some of the more common ways that you might see system86.dll errors:

* "System86.dll Not Found"

* "This application failed to start because system86.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem."

* "Cannot find [PATH]\system86.dll"

* "The file system86.dll is missing."

* "Cannot start [APPLICATION]. A required component is missing: system86.dll. Please install [APPLICATION] again."

System86.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 system86.dll error is an important piece of information that will be helpful while solving the problem.

Cause of System86.dll Errors

System86.dll errors are caused by situations that lead to the removal or corruption of the system86 DLL file.

In some cases, system86.dll errors could indicate a registry problem, a virus or malware issue or even a hardware failure.

How to Fix System86.dll Errors

Important : Do not download system86.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 system86.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 system86.dll error.

1. Restore system86.dll from the Recycle Bin. The easiest possible cause of a "missing" system86.dll file is that you've mistakenly deleted it.

If you suspect that you've accidentally deleted system86.dll but you've already emptied the Recycle Bin, you may be able to recover system86.dll with a free file recovery program.

Important: Recovering a deleted copy of system86.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.

2. Run a virus/malware scan of your entire system. Some system86.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 system86.dll error you're seeing is related to a hostile program that's masquerading as the file.

Run a scan to check if any virus is causing the issue from your anti-virus software.

Or run an online scan using the link : http://onecare.live.com/site/en-us/default.htm

Malicious software removal tool

http://www.microsoft.com/security/malwareremove/default.aspx

3. Use System Restore to undo recent system changes. If you suspect that the system86.dll error was caused by a change made to an important file or configuration, a System Restore could solve the problem.

What is System Restore?

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/What-is-System-Restore

4. Reinstall the program that uses the system86.dll file. If the system86.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 system86.dll file, if possible, is a likely solution to this DLL error.

5. Update the drivers for hardware devices that might be related to system86.dll. If, for example, you're receiving a "The file system86.dll is missing" error when you play a 3D video game, try updating the drivers for your video card.

Note: The system86.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.

For more information see : http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows7/Update-a-driver-for-hardware-that-isnt-working-properly

Update drivers: recommended links

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Update-drivers-recommended-links

6. Roll back a driver to a previously installed version if system86.dll errors began after updating a particular hardware device's driver.

7. Run the sfc /scannow System File Checker command to replace a missing or corrupt copy of the system86.dll file. If this DLL file is provided my Microsoft, the System File Checker tool should restore it.

SFC scan : http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx/kb/929833

8. 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 system86.dll file could be included in one of those updates.
9. 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 system86.dll errors as they fail.

Diagnosing memory problems on your computerhttp://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Diagnosing-memory-problems-on-your-computer

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

10. Repair your installation of Windows. If the individual system86.dll file troubleshooting advice above is unsuccessful, performing a startup repair or repair installation should restore all Windows DLL files to their working versions.

Startup Repair: frequently asked questions

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Startup-Repair-frequently-asked-questions

Azeez Nadeem - Microsoft Support