Sometimes, however, the underlying cause of a DLL error is hardware related. If you suspect that this might be the case with your DLL issue, the cause of your problem just got a bit more difficult to find and probably more expensive to solve. Time Required: Troubleshooting a DLL error with a hardware root cause could take as long as several hours
How to Fix a DLL Issue Caused by an Unknown Hardware Problem
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If you’re not interested in fixing this hardware-caused DLL 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 whole lot more. Depending on what hardware changes you made, here are some suggested solutions:
Undo the hardware installation or uninstallation. Replace the hardware component with one that you know works correctly. Update the hardware device’s firmware. Make sure the hardware is on the Hardware Compatibility List. Check with the manufacturer for support information.
Replace the memory in your PC if your tests show any problem whatsoever. Replace the hard drive if your tests show a physical problem with the drive. If you no longer have the DLL error with only essential hardware installed, proceed to Step 7. If you’re still receiving the DLL error, proceed to Step 8. Since you’re no longer seeing the DLL error with only the essential hardware installed, one of the hardware components you removed is causing the DLL problem. By installing each device back into your PC and testing each time, you’ll eventually find the hardware that’s at the source of the DLL problem. Replace the failed hardware once you’ve identified it. The above hardware installation videos should come in handy as you’re reinstalling your hardware. Test for the DLL error after each hardware replacement to determine which component is faulty. Unfortunately, if you don’t have working spare parts to swap in and out, you’re left not knowing which piece of your essential PC hardware is faulty and causing the DLL error. In these cases, you have little option than to rely on the help of individuals or companies that have these resources.
