MSVCP100.dll Missing.

Anonymous
2013-04-18T04:57:01+00:00

Hi, I am getting an error message on startup that says 'The program can't start because MSVCP100.dll is missing from your computer.Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.' Can anyone please help me and throw some light on the above-mentioned problem ?

Windows for home | Other | Performance and system failures

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  1. Anonymous
    2013-04-18T19:33:34+00:00

    Hi Mayukh,

    In order to provide you with a quick resolution, please reply to these questions:

    1.       Which version of Windows Operating System are you using?

    2.       Which version of Microsoft Visual C++ is installed on the computer?

    3.       Have you made any changes on the computer prior to the issue?

    Follow the suggestions listed below for a possible fix:

    **Method 1:**In order to fix the issue you may install the latest Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package and check if it helps.

    You may install the latest Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package according to the Windows 7 versions you are using.

    For 32bit: Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package (x86)

    For 64bit: Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable Package (x64) 

    **Method 2:**You may run System File Checker [SFC] scan on the computer which will replace the missing or corrupt files & check if the issue persists.

    a.       Type ‘cmd’ in start search box. Right click on cmd in the Program list and then select the option Run as administrator.

    Note: If you are prompted for an administrator password or for confirmation, type your password, or click Continue.

    b.      Type the following command, and then press ENTER:

    sfc /scannow

    For more information refer to this article:

    How to use the System File Checker tool to troubleshoot missing or corrupted system files on Windows Vista or on Windows 7

    **http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929833**

    Hope this information helps. For any further Windows related assistance, feel free to contact us and we will be happy to help.

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