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The program cannot start because sdl.dll is missing from your computer

Anonymous
2011-01-05T07:53:49+00:00

Original title: i cannot install a program becoz SDL.dll was missing anyone help![](http://i4.social.answers.microsoft.com/Forums/resources/images/trans.gif?cver=2.13.0068.4)

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system error

the program cant start becoz sdl.dll is missing from yr computer

try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.

Windows for home | Other | Gaming

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  1. Anonymous
    2011-01-06T08:58:02+00:00

    Hi isaactaz,

    ·         What program/game are you trying to install on your computer?

    ·        Which version of the operating system are you currently running?

    Based on my research, SDL.dll ("Simple DirectMedia Layer") is a file that should come with the game itself and be in the game's folder.

    If you’ve trouble installing or running a game properly on your computer, the DirectX Diagnostic Tool can help you pinpoint the source.

    Method 1: Diagnosing basic problems with DirectX

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows7/Diagnosing-basic-problems-with-DirectX

    Method 2: Download and install the latest DirectX

    http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?displaylang=en&FamilyID=2da43d38-db71-4c1b-bc6a-9b6652cd92a3

    Hope this information is helpful and let me know if you need any further assistance.

    Mouneshwar R – Microsoft Support

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  1. Anonymous
    2013-08-05T06:47:00+00:00

    I have the same problem, but only in the Dolphin Emulator, I am running a Windows 7 Home premium laptop and please help me.

    same problem with the same emulator but with windows 8

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  2. Anonymous
    2013-08-05T20:30:39+00:00

    i figured out with the dolphin emulator the aplication extensions one of the being the sdl.dll has to be in the same folder. when in the same folder it worked.

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  3. Anonymous
    2013-07-03T20:44:37+00:00

    I have the same problem, but only in the Dolphin Emulator, I am running a Windows 7 Home premium laptop and please help me.

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  4. Anonymous
    2011-01-23T04:53:37+00:00

    thank you u reply my message i will try yr way to solve my problem

    i running windows 7 home premium in HP

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