ADSMSEXT.DLL Download & Fix Errors

What is adsmsext.dll?

Available Versions of adsmsext.dll

Version File Size Company Architecture Language Download
6.3.9600.18477 (winblue_ltsb.160917-0600) 101.0 KB Microsoft Corporation x64 (64-bit) English (United States) Download
6.3.9600.18477 (winblue_ltsb.160917-0600) 87.5 KB Microsoft Corporation x86 (32-bit) English (United States) Download
6.3.9600.17415 (winblue_r4.141028-1500) 101.0 KB Microsoft Corporation x64 (64-bit) English (United States) Download
6.3.9600.17415 (winblue_r4.141028-1500) 87.5 KB Microsoft Corporation x86 (32-bit) English (United States) Download
6.3.9600.16384 (winblue_rtm.130821-1623) 90.0 KB Microsoft Corporation x64 (64-bit) English (United States) Download
6.3.9600.16384 (winblue_rtm.130821-1623) 77.5 KB Microsoft Corporation x86 (32-bit) English (United States) Download
6.2.9200.16384 (win8_rtm.120725-1247) 88.0 KB Microsoft Corporation x86 (32-bit) English (United States) Download
6.1.7601.23545 (win7sp1_ldr.160912-1137) 105.0 KB Microsoft Corporation x64 (64-bit) English (United States) Download
6.1.7600.16385 (win7_rtm.090713-1255) 75.5 KB Microsoft Corporation x86 (32-bit) English (United States) Download
6.1.7600.16385 (win7_rtm.090713-1255) 105.5 KB Microsoft Corporation x64 (64-bit) English (United States) Download
6.0.6001.18000 (longhorn_rtm.080118-1840) 103.0 KB Microsoft Corporation x64 (64-bit) English (United States) Download
6.0.6001.18000 (longhorn_rtm.080118-1840) 74.5 KB Microsoft Corporation x86 (32-bit) English (United States) Download
5.1.2600.5512 (xpsp.080413-2113) 66.5 KB Microsoft Corporation x86 (32-bit) English (United States) Download
5.1.2600.2180 (xpsp_sp2_rtm.040803-2158) 66.5 KB Microsoft Corporation x86 (32-bit) English (United States) Download
10.0.17763.1 (WinBuild.160101.0800) 99.0 KB Microsoft Corporation x64 (64-bit) English (United States) Download
10.0.17763.1 (WinBuild.160101.0800) 83.0 KB Microsoft Corporation x86 (32-bit) English (United States) Download
10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800) 86.5 KB Microsoft Corporation x86 (32-bit) English (United States) Download
10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800) 94.5 KB Microsoft Corporation x64 (64-bit) English (United States) Download
10.0.14393.0 (rs1_release.160715-1616) 87.0 KB Microsoft Corporation x86 (32-bit) English (United States) Download
10.0.14393.0 (rs1_release.160715-1616) 97.0 KB Microsoft Corporation x64 (64-bit) English (United States) Download
10.0.10586.0 (th2_release.151029-1700) 86.5 KB Microsoft Corporation x86 (32-bit) English (United States) Download
10.0.10586.0 (th2_release.151029-1700) 100.5 KB Microsoft Corporation x64 (64-bit) English (United States) Download
10.0.10240.16384 (th1.150709-1700) 101.0 KB Microsoft Corporation x64 (64-bit) English (United States) Download

What is adsmsext.dll?

The file adsmsext.dll stands for Active Directory Service Management Snap-in Extension. It is a Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file that serves as an extension for Microsoft Management Console (MMC) snap-ins, used to manage and configure Active Directory services.

Location

The adsmsext.dll file is typically found in one of the following directories:

Publisher

This DLL file is published by Microsoft Corporation.

Importance and Deletion

The adsmsext.dll is an important system file for managing Active Directory services. Deleting or tampering with it can lead to system instability and management issues within Active Directory environments. It is not recommended to delete this file.

Common Issues and Security Concerns

Fixing 'adsmsext.dll is Missing' Errors

  1. System Restore: Use Windows System Restore to revert your system to a point before the issue occurred.
  2. Re-register the DLL:
    1. Open Command Prompt as an Administrator.
    2. Type regsvr32 adsmsext.dll and press Enter.
  3. Run System File Checker:
    1. Open Command Prompt as an Administrator.
    2. Type sfc /scannow and press Enter.
  4. Update Windows: Ensure your system is up to date with the latest Windows updates, which may replace or fix the missing DLL.
  5. Reinstall Related Software: Reinstall any software that may be using the adsmsext.dll file.