BCD.DLL Download & Fix Errors

BCDEdit.dll - Boot Configuration Data Editor The "bcd.dll" file is often confused with "bcdedit.dll," which is the Boot Configuration Data Editor.

Available Versions of bcd.dll

Version File Size Company Architecture Language Download
6.3.9600.17415 (winblue_r4.141028-1500) 78.1 KB Microsoft Corporation x86 (32-bit) English (United States) Download
6.3.9600.17415 (winblue_r4.141028-1500) 92.8 KB Microsoft Corporation x64 (64-bit) English (United States) Download
6.3.9600.17031 (winblue_gdr.140221-1952) 77.6 KB Microsoft Corporation x86 (32-bit) English (United States) Download
6.3.9600.16384 (winblue_rtm.130821-1623) 77.6 KB Microsoft Corporation x86 (32-bit) English (United States) Download
10.0.19041.1 (WinBuild.160101.0800) 104.9 KB Microsoft Corporation x86 (32-bit) English (United States) Download
10.0.19041.1 (WinBuild.160101.0800) 127.3 KB Microsoft Corporation x64 (64-bit) English (United States) Download
10.0.18362.1 (WinBuild.160101.0800) 120.7 KB Microsoft Corporation x64 (64-bit) English (United States) Download
10.0.18362.1 (WinBuild.160101.0800) 103.6 KB Microsoft Corporation x86 (32-bit) English (United States) Download
10.0.17763.1 (WinBuild.160101.0800) 119.7 KB Microsoft Corporation x64 (64-bit) English (United States) Download
10.0.17134.1 (WinBuild.160101.0800) 118.1 KB Microsoft Corporation x64 (64-bit) English (United States) Download
10.0.14393.0 (rs1_release.160715-1616) 80.7 KB Microsoft Corporation x86 (32-bit) English (United States) Download
10.0.14393.0 (rs1_release.160715-1616) 94.9 KB Microsoft Corporation x64 (64-bit) English (United States) Download
10.0.10586.0 (th2_release.151029-1700) 95.4 KB Microsoft Corporation x64 (64-bit) English (United States) Download
10.0.10586.0 (th2_release.151029-1700) 80.7 KB Microsoft Corporation x86 (32-bit) English (United States) Download

BCDEdit.dll - Boot Configuration Data Editor

The "bcd.dll" file is often confused with "bcdedit.dll," which is the Boot Configuration Data Editor. It is an important component in Windows operating systems used to manage boot configuration data. The Boot Configuration Data (BCD) store contains boot configuration parameters and controls how the operating system is booted.

Location

The bcdedit.dll file is usually located in the following directory:

Publisher

The file is published by Microsoft Corporation, the developer of the Windows operating system.

Importance

The bcdedit.dll file is crucial for the proper booting of Windows. It is not recommended to delete this file, as doing so can prevent the operating system from booting properly.

Common Issues or Security Concerns

Fixing 'bcd.dll is missing' Errors

  1. Startup Repair: Use the Windows installation media to perform a startup repair. This can automatically fix boot-related issues.
  2. Rebuild the BCD: Boot from Windows installation media and open the Command Prompt. Then run the following commands:
    1. bootrec /fixmbr
    2. bootrec /fixboot
    3. bootrec /rebuildbcd
  3. System Restore: If the issue started after a recent change, use System Restore to revert the system to a previous state.
  4. Check Disk for Errors: Run chkdsk /f /r from the Command Prompt to check and fix disk errors that might be affecting the BCD file.
  5. Contact Support: If none of the above methods work, it may be necessary to contact Microsoft support or a professional technician for assistance.