Wlanapi.dll Errors
There are several ways that wlanapi.dll errors can show up on your computer. Here are some of the more common ones:
Wlanapi.dll Not FoundThis application failed to start because wlanapi.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problemCannot find [PATH]\wlanapi.dllThe file wlanapi.dll is missing.Cannot start [APPLICATION]. A required component is missing: wlanapi.dll. Please install [APPLICATION] again.The procedure entry point could not be located in the dynamic link library wlanapi.dll.
The context of the error is an important piece of information that will be helpful while solving the problem. Wlanapi.dll error messages might appear while using or installing certain programs, or when Windows starts or shuts down. However, because this DLL file is necessary in order for the Wireless LAN service to run properly in some versions of Windows, it’s more commonly seen when attempting to use a wireless device or when installing a program that needs access to that service. The wlanapi.dll error message could apply to any program or system that might utilize the file on any of Microsoft’s operating system, from Windows 11 through Windows 2000.
How to Fix Wlanapi.dll Errors
Follow these steps in the order they’re listed below to address the more likely fixes first.
Need More Help?
If you’re not interested in fixing this problem yourself, see How Do I Get My Computer Fixed? for a full list of your support options, plus help with everything along the way like figuring out repair costs, getting your files off, choosing a repair service, and a lot more. If you suspect this, but you’ve already emptied the Recycle Bin, you may be able to recover the file with a free file recovery program. However, do this only if you’re sure the file was working properly when it was deleted (i.e., it wasn’t corrupted or malicious). If the hardware fails any of your tests, replace the memory or replace the hard drive as soon as possible.
