
If you suspect that you've accidentally deleted kernel.dll but you've already emptied the Recycle Bin, you may be able to recover kernel.dll with a free file recovery program. The easiest possible cause of a "missing" kernel.dll file is that you've mistakenly deleted it. Restore kernel.dll from the Recycle Bin.Note: Start Windows in Safe Mode to complete any of the following steps if you're unable to access Windows normally due to the kernel.dll error. If you need a copy of kernel.dll, it's best to obtain it from its original, legitimate source. There are many reasons why downloading a DLL file is a bad idea. Important: Do not download kernel.dll from a "DLL download" website. In some cases, kernel.dll errors could indicate a registry problem, a virus or malware issue or even a hardware failure.

Kernel.dll errors are caused by situations that lead to the removal or corruption of the kernel DLL file.

The context of the kernel.dll error is an important piece of information that will be helpful while solving the problem. Kernel.dll error messages might appear while using or installing certain programs, when Windows starts or shuts down, or maybe even during a Windows installation.

A required component is missing: kernel.dll. Re-installing the application may fix this problem."
