This file is used by WinPcap, a packet capturing program. You can read more about what the file does in the WinPcap User’s Manual.

Wpcap.dll Errors

There are several ways wpcap.dll errors can show up on your computer. Here are some of the more common ways you might see these errors:

Wpcap.dll Not FoundThis application failed to start because wpcap.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.Cannot find [PATH]\wpcap.dllThe program can’t start because wpcap.dll is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.The file wpcap.dll is missing.Cannot start [APPLICATION]. A required component is missing: wpcap.dll. Please install [APPLICATION] again.

These error messages might appear while using or installing certain programs, when Windows starts or shuts down, or maybe even during a Windows installation. The context of the wpcap.dll error is an important piece of information that will be helpful while solving the problem.

How to Fix Wpcap.dll Errors

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 data recovery program. If the hardware fails any of your tests, replace the memory or replace the hard drive as soon as possible.