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How to Fix the Wowarmhw.DLL Missing Error?
Re-registering the DLL file can do the trick
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Updated onNovember 1, 2024
updated onNovember 1, 2024
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For fixing DLL errors, we recommend Fortect:
Fortect will search for an intitial version of your missing, corrupted or damaged DLL files that cause problems to your Windows OS and will replace it. Here is how to find them in 3 easy steps:
Wowarmhw.dll, along with WoW64cpu, wow64, xtajit, and wow64win, are legitimate system files in Windows 10 and are part of the WOW64 emulator present in Windows 10. These files allow 32-bit apps to run on a 64-bit Windows system.
If Wowarmhw.dll is missing or can’t be found on your computer, it could be due to a corrupted DLL file, malware infection, or missing essential system files.
To begin with, restart your computer, ensure your Windows is up to date, and run amalware scanusing a reliable antivirus tool.
How can I get rid of the Wowarmhw.DLL missing error?
1. Use a third-party DLL fixer tool
Wowarmhw.DLL file is an important system file as it is a part of the Windows WOW64 subsystem and helps manage the translation and execution of 32-bit code into a 64-bit environment.
If you have another computer with the same version of Windows, you can head to C:\Windows\System32\ and copy the Wowarmhw.DLL file and paste it into the affected computer at the exact location. However, if you are not sure about the file or device you are using, it is best to use a third-partyDLL fixertool.
These tools can help you recover DLL files quickly and without any hassle. You only need to download and install the app and run it to restore the missing DLL files. This will resolve conflicts between OS and third-party apps and optimize your device’s performance.
2. Reregister the DLL file
Sometimes, the file is already in the system and only needs to be re-registered. Refreshing the file registration within the Windows system can resolve the missing DLL file problem.
3. Repair/Reinstall the affected app
If repairing the app doesn’t fix the issue or the option is not available for the app, try reinstalling it. For that, follow these steps:
4. Run SFC & DISM scans
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5. Perform a System Restore
Windows will restart and restore to the chosen version. If you see theSystem Restore didn’t complete the error successfully, it could be due to conflicting programs or driver error, we recommend you check out this detailed guide for solutions.
6. Download the DLL file manually
This is how you can fix the wowarmhw.dll missing error. However, if you are facing the same issue due to any other DLL file, this guide can help youquickly recover the DLL file.
If you want to learn more about thecauses of missing DLL files on Windows, we have a separate guide for you. You can also fix a similar issue with theIEShims.dllguide.
Before you go, don’t forget to check out our latest guide on what to do ifInvagent.DLLis missing from your computer.
Did we miss a step that helped you fix this missing DLL error? If so, share the method in the comments section below, and we will add it to the list.
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Srishti Sisodia
Windows Software Expert
Srishti Sisodia is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. She has extensive experience exploring the latest technological advancements and sharing her insights through informative blogs.
Her diverse interests bring a unique perspective to her work, and she approaches everything with commitment, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn. That’s why she’s part of Windows Report’s Reviewers team, always willing to share the real-life experience with any software or hardware product. She’s also specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
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Srishti Sisodia
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She is an electronics engineer and writer with a passion for technology. Srishti is specialized in Azure, cloud computing, and AI.
