- The program can’t start because MSVCR71.dll is missing from your computer…
- This application failed to start because MSVCR71.dll was not found…
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What is MSVCR71.DLL?
Msvcr71.dll is a runtime file of the Windows operating system. It contains functions that are required by some programs written in specific programming languages. They can’t run properly if this file is not found.Fixes to try
The following are a few fixes that have helped many users fix their msvcr71.dll missing or not found error. You don’t have to try them all; just work your way down the list until you find the one that works for you.- Install Visual C++ Redistributable Packages
- Copy msvcr71.dll from another computer
- BONUS TIP: Update your device drivers
Fix 1: Install Visual C++ Redistributable Packages
Msvcr71.dll comes with Visual C++ redistributable packages. You can restore the missing msvcr7.dll file by installing those redistributable packages. To do so: 1) Click the Start menu in the lower left corner of your screen. Then type “cmd“, right click Command Prompt in the result, and click Run as administrator.Make sure the package you download is for your system type: 32-bit or 64-bit.
5) Open the downloaded files and install them on your computer.
6) Restart your computer. Then check to see if this fixes your error.
Hopefully it does. But if not, there are still two fixes for you to try…
Fix 2: Copy msvcr71.dll from another computer
You can also restore the missing file by copying it from another computer. Make sure the computer you get the file from has the same operating system as yours. Here’s how to do it: 1) On your own computer, click the Start menu in the lower left corner of your screen. Then type “cmd“, right click Command Prompt in the result, and click Run as administrator.BONUS TIP: Update your device drivers
You should check that all your device drivers are up to date. This won’t fix the error, but it will help stabilize your system, generally. If you don’t have the time, patience or skills to update your drivers manually, you can do it automatically with Driver Easy. Driver Easy will automatically recognize your system and find the correct drivers for it. You don’t need to know exactly what system your computer is running, you don’t need to risk downloading and installing the wrong driver, and you don’t need to worry about making a mistake when installing. You can download and install your drivers by using either Free or Pro version of Driver Easy. But with the Pro version it takes only 2 clicks (and you get full support and a 30-day money back guarantee): 1) Download and install Driver Easy. 2) Run Driver Easy and click the Scan Now button. Driver Easy will then scan your computer and detect any problem drivers.If you have any issue with Driver Easy, please contact Driver Easy’s support team at support@drivereasy.com for advice. You should attach the URL of this article so they can help you better.
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