How to repair MSVCP140.dll and avoid reinstalling the affected game or program

¿How to repair “MSVCP140.dll” and avoid reinstalling the affected game or program? When Windows gives you the warning that it is missing MSVCP140.dll When you open a game or program, the last thing you want to do is uninstall it and start over. Fortunately, there are safe and effective solutions to recover the file and avoid reinstalling the affected game or application, keeping your installation safe.

In this guide you will find a complete and practical tour: from what this DLL is and how to repair it correctly, to what to do if the problem is caused by it. DirectX, graphics drivers, or even malware. In addition, we integrate solutions for other common Windows errors (updates, network, file copies, OneDrive, printers, etc.) that are often related and block DLL repair.

What is MSVCP140.dll and why does the error appear?

Library MSVCP140.dll It is part of the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable packages, used by programs and games written in C/C++. If it is deleted, damaged, or the installed version does not match, Windows will display messages such as “MSVCP140.dll not found” and the software will not start.

This failure is usually accompanied by similar errors, such as VCRUNTIME140.dll, VCRUNTIME140_1.dll, MSVCR100.dll, or MSVCR110.dll. They all depend on the Visual C++ Redistributables, so if one fails, it often any of the others can do it in chain.

Direct solutions for MSVCP140.dll without reinstalling the game

The most reliable way is to reinstall the Microsoft Visual C ++ Redistributable Official. Download the x86 and x64 editions from Microsoft (if your Windows is 64-bit, install both), run their repair, or clean installation, restart and try the game.

If Windows suspects system files, it repairs the environment with File Checker. Open CMD as administrator and run sfc /scannow; if it persists, use DISM to restore the Windows image and return the DLLs to new.

Avoid at all costs downloading loose DLLs from unofficial sites: it is a common practice unsafe and ineffective. As a legitimate and timely alternative, you can copy the DLL from another PC with the same edition of Windows (System32 in 32-bit or SysWOW64 in 64-bit) and then record it regsvr32 MSVCP140.dll.

Update Windows, GPU, and audio drivers. Many incompatibilities between games and system libraries are fixed with a cumulative update or recent drivers from NVIDIA, AMD, or Intel. After updating, reboot to apply the changes.

Other DLLs and DirectX: When the problem comes from the graphics

Titles that rely on DirectX may crash with errors such as DXGI_ERROR_DEVICE_REMOVED or DXGI_ERROR_DEVICE_HUNG. Sometimes it's the GPU (unstable overclocking, heat, dust) and other times it's corrupt drivers or the GPU itself. DirectX layer.

Start with the basics: clean the graphics and check ventilation (read about Errors that shorten the lifespan of your graphics card). Remove overclock on CPU and GPU and reset to factory settings. Open NVIDIA Dashboard and disable Antialiasing (FXAA, Mode, and Transparency) to rule out conflicts with the game.

Uninstall the GPU driver from Device Manager and let Windows reinstall it, or download the driver from the manufacturer's website. Verify that the adapter is working. “it works correctly” in its properties after installation.

Check DirectX with dxdiag. If components are missing, use the official Microsoft installer (DirectX End-User Runtime) or update Windows to the latest version and replace d3d and xinput files that some games ask for.

If the problem persists, try carefully modifying the registry to control the driver timeout (key TdrLevel in GraphicsDrivers) or disable Steam Cloud sync on the conflicting game to avoid corrupt synchronizations.

DirectDraw errors and other DLL warnings when launching games

DirectDraw (ddraw.dll), although obsolete, is still used by older games. If you see errors when opening them, check that your PC meets the requirements, that the DirectDraw acceleration is not disabled and that the video drivers are up to date.

Other warnings such as “DirectX encountered an unrecoverable error”, “CreateSystemInterface failed” or missing d3d8.dll, ddraw.dll or d3d9.dll They are usually resolved by reinstalling/updating DirectX, repairing the graphics drivers, or using the game's own repair tool.

If you use overlays or monitoring tools (MSI Afterburner, overlays of GeForce Experience), disable them to rule out conflicts with DirectX (and check for problems with Steam). Clear the game cache if the platform allows it for avoid waste that collide with new files.

Downloads and installations that block DLL repair

If the Microsoft Store does not download apps or it hangs (code 0x8024001D), clear its cache with WSReset.exe. After completion, Store opens automatically and normally download again smoothly.

Installers that report "corrupt file" have usually failed due to network interruptions or incomplete downloads. Re-download from the official source, and if it fails again, discard the installer because it is not repairable on your team.

If your account is a minor's, Windows may prevent installations outside the Store or unsuitable content. Use the PIN for your account. tutor with administrator permissions to allow the installation you need.

Copying, deleting, and errors with large files

When you can't delete a file, it's almost always open in another app or marked as “read-only”. Close programs and remove the ownership from Properties. Never delete system files: they can be Critical for Windows.

If Explorer won't copy folders, restart your PC or close the "File Explorer" process from Task Manager and reopen it. It often gets stuck, and this it unlocks.

If you get the message “The file is too large for the destination file system” when moving a huge file, it’s not a lack of space: FAT32 doesn’t support files larger than 4 GB. Convert the drive with convert D: /FS:ntfs o divide/compress the file in volumes.

Windows Defender, firewall and definitions

When you install a third-party antivirus, it takes control of the firewall and disable the Windows one. If you don't use any, enable "Firewall and network protection" from Windows Security to protect the connections of your apps.

If Defender does not update definitions (codes 0x8024402c, 0x80240022, 0x80070422, 0x80072efd, 0x80070005, 0x80072f78, 0x80072ee2, 0x8007001B), manually download the package from definitions from Microsoft (for Windows 11/10/8/Server) and install it.

OneDrive: cloud with X or error 0x8004def7

If you see the cloud with an X, you may not have Internet connection or OneDrive may be stuck. Close OneDrive from its icon, choose "Exit," and reopen it from the search box.

The code 0x8004def7 indicates that your storage is full or that the account is suspended. Free up space or review the subscription in your Microsoft account to recover synchronization.

Date and time: small, big culprits

An incorrectly set time or time zone can break signature verification and protection. Microsoft Defender. Adjust the time zone from the taskbar (right click > Adjust date and time) to avoid false positives.

If your computer loses time when you turn it off, replace the motherboard battery. It's a cheap and easy replacement. fixes mismatches continuous date and time.

Crashes, resources and blue screens

When Windows says there is no Sufficient resources, it's almost always due to full RAM/virtual memory. Close what you're not using to free up space before launching that game or heavy editor.

If your system freezes or displays a random blue screen, install all Windows and driver updates. On very old computers or with low-profile hardware, this makes the difference.

Boot into safe mode (msconfig > Safe Boot) to load the bare minimum and check if the fault is with a specific driver or peripheral. Then isolates the device problematic.

Windows Search and Indexing

If the search engine doesn't find anything, the index may be corrupted. Run the official Microsoft script to rebuild the index with PowerShell and recover quick file searches.

Windows Update does not download or install

When your computer gets stuck with old patches, use the Windows 10 Upgrade Assistant to force the download of everything pending and leave Windows up to date.

If you get errors with “Something happened and we couldn't install a feature”, check free space and, if necessary, delete the folder software distribution after stopping the Windows Update service with net stop wuauserv, delete its contents and tear it off with net start wuauserv.

Checks essential services (Windows Update, Workstation, Server, NetBIOS Helper, IPsec Key Creation Modules) on services.msc and put them in mode Automatic if they are not.

In managed environments, enable in the Directive Editor “Specify settings for component installation and repair.” If all else fails, create the following registry key: OSUpgrade and the DWORD AllowOSUpgrade=1 in WindowsUpdate.

UNMOUNTABLE_BOOT_VOLUME: When Windows won't boot

This screenshot usually indicates a corrupted file system. Using a Windows installation USB, go to Repair your computer and use Startup Repair (or analyze Windows startup with BootTrace). If it doesn't fix it, open CMD and run bootrec: bootrec /fixmbr, bootrec /fixboot y bootrec /rebuildbcd.

Then, verify the disk with chkdsk /r c: to locate bad sectors and correct logical errors. If the error persists, it may be hardware (disk or RAM) and the component will need to be replaced.

If the problem occurred after a major update, uninstall the latest update from “View update history” > Uninstall updates, and try booting again.

As a last resort, reinstall Windows from scratch or reset your PC while keeping your data. First, back up your data to not to lose information , which is important.

Safely Eject Unresponsive USB

If you can't eject a drive, some process is using it. Open the Task Manager and end any apps that are consuming disk space. Then try ejecting again.

You can also open the extraction interface with RunDll32.exe shell32.dll,Control_RunDLL hotplug.dll, or launch the hardware solver with msdt.exe -id DeviceDiagnostic to block intrusive processes (consult What is rundll32.exe?).

The mobile disconnects: “The device stopped responding”

If the transfer is cut off, disconnect the terminal and restart windows for a clean start. Avoid multitasking and copy in small batches to minimize interruptions.

Try a different cable and USB port, or change equipment to isolate whether the culprit is the cable or portIf the port fails, reinstall USB drivers from Device Manager and reboot.

In Windows 10/11, run the “Hardware and Devices” troubleshooter from Settings or invoke it with msdt.exe –id DeviceDiagnostic to detect and correct common problems.

IP conflict on the network

Two devices with the same IP address on the LAN collide and you lose connection. Restart your router and PC to make the DHCP reassign addresses without collisions.

If you are using a static IP, check Control Panel > Network Center > Change adapter settings > IPv4 Properties and assign a free IP or re-set it. get it automatically. From CMD, reset the stack with netsh int ip reset c:/reset-log.txt, ipconfig /release y ipconfig /renew.

Printers: Installation and connection that resist

If you get error #740 when installing, turn off and unplug the printer and plug it back in. Install from a administrator and use the troubleshooter if there is no way.

For advanced features (scanner, ink levels), install the manufacturer's software. Generic Windows drivers they only print and they don't always activate all the options.

VCRUNTIME140.dll and VCRUNTIME140_1.dll: twins of the problem

These warnings are fixed with the same recipes as MSVCP140.dll: reinstall/repair Visual C++ Redistributable, sfc / scannow, complete virus scan and, if necessary, register the DLL (see Office does not open because of a DLL). Copying the file from another identical computer is possible, but always with caution.

Security: Ontology.dll Trojan or false positive?

If your antivirus flags Ontology.dll On computers with NVIDIA GPUs, this may be a legitimate part of the drivers or a real detection. Locate the file in C:\Usuarios\TuUsuario\AppData\Local\NVIDIA\NvBackend\ApplicationOntology y analyze it on VirusTotal.

If it turns out to be malware, it could be miner Trojans, infostealers, or bots. Scan with a reputable anti-malware solution, clean the system, and update the drivers of the GPU from its official website.

Login and passwords

If Windows won't let you in, check that you don't have Caps LOCK activated, that the password is correct and that the account is not locked. With another local account you can check if it is a general failure or just a your profile.

Other common Windows stumbling blocks

The blue screens (CRITICAL_PROCESS_DIED, PAGE_FAULT_IN_NONPAGED_AREA, IRQL_NOT_LESS_OR_EQUAL) are usually caused by faulty drivers, damaged hardware, or software conflicts. Boot into Safe Mode, uninstall the latest software, and run sfc /scannow to repair files.

If Wi-Fi drops or doesn't connect, restart your router, update the network driver, and use the network resolver. For a slow Windows, clean temporary files with Space Cleanup and defragment if it is a mechanical HDD (not on SSD) it takes).

With all the above you should be able to recover MSVCP140.dll and similar without reinstalling games or programs, fix DirectX errors and leave Windows stable: up-to-date drivers, a Store that's free of bottlenecks, essential services running automatically, disk and network management in order, and a security policy that prevents surprises from third-party DLLs.