How to Correct an Svchost.Exe Application Error for Good

The svchost.exe program is a recurring problem for some PC users.

Svchost.exe is a process under the Win32 services on a Windows-based computer. The file administers Dynamic Link Library (DLL) files on your PC. When you turn on your computer, the svchost.exe goes through your Registry to find programs to start up immediately. Errors on the svchost.exe will cause your computer to freeze at startup and give an error message on the log-in screen. The only way to correct an svchost.Exe application error for good is through a three-step process.

Instructions

Verify Settings

1. Go to "Start > Run" and type "services.msc." Hit "OK" to load the menu.

2. Click on "Automatic Updates."

3. Hit "Log On" tab and check the box for "Local System Account" and uncheck "allow service to interact with desktop."

4. Go to "Hardware Profiles" and hit "Enable" for the service box.

5. Click the "General" tab and select "Automatic" for "Startup Type."

6. Click the "Start" button for "Service Status."

7. Find "Background Intelligent Transfer Services" on the menu and select the same settings for it as the steps above.

Fix DLL Problems

1. Go to "Start > Run" and type "cmd" into the box. Hit "OK" to load the Command Prompt.

2. Type in "REGSVR32 WUAPI.DLL" and press "Enter." Wait to see the "success" notification before proceeding.

3. Type in the following commands, one by one, and hit "Enter:"

   REGSVR32 WUAUENG.DLL

   REGSVR32 WUAUENG1.DLL

   REGSVR32 ATL.DLL

   REGSVR32 WUCLTUI.DLL

   REGSVR32 WUPS.DLL

   REGSVR32 WUPS2.DLL

   REGSVR32 WUWEB.DLL

Delete Files

1. Type in the following commands, one by one, and hit "Enter."

   net stop WuAuServ

   cd %windir%

   ren SoftwareDistribution SD_OLD

   net start WuAuServ

2. Type in "Exit" to shut down the Command Prompt.

3. Restart your PC.

References

• PC Hell: How to Fix SVCHOST.EXE Application Error
• Exe Error Fixes: Dealing with Common SVCHOST.EXE Errors