Xlive.dll Errors
There are several ways xlive.dll errors can show up on your computer. Here are some of the more common error messages:
Xlive.dll Not FoundThis application failed to start because xlive.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.Cannot find [PATH]\xlive.dllThe file xlive.dll is missingCannot start [APPLICATION]. A required component is missing: xlive.dll. Please install [APPLICATION] again
Xlive.dll error messages might appear while playing certain games, using or installing particular programs, when Windows starts or shuts down, or maybe even during a Windows installation. The context of the xlive.dll error is an important piece of information that will be helpful while solving the problem. Keep it in mind when following the steps below.
How to Fix Xlive.dll Errors
Need More Help?
If you don’t want to fix 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. The DLL file should install to one or both of these folders: If you need to, copy it from one location to the other, or to the folder that the xlive.dll error message describes is missing the DLL file. If you suspect this, but you’ve already emptied the Recycle Bin, you may be able to recover the file with a free file recovery program. If the hardware fails any of your tests, replace the memory or replace the hard drive as soon as possible. We rarely recommend the use of registry cleaners. They’re included as an option here as a “last resort” attempt before the destructive step coming up next.
