3 Steps to Download and Fix Lm.el.dat Errors

Last Updated: 11/28/2023
[Time to Read: ~3-5 minutes]

Game Data files, such as lm.el.dat, are considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (Game Data) file. They are associated with the DAT file extension, developed by Microsoft for Windows 8.1.

The first release of lm.el.dat for the Windows 8 platform was on 08/01/2012 for Windows 8. The most recent version [file version 8.1] was introduced on 10/18/2013 for Windows 8.1.

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, DAT file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of lm.el.dat.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: lm.el.dat
File Extension: DAT file extension
File Type: Dynamic Link Library
Description: Game Data
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Windows 8.1
Developer: Microsoft
Software: Windows
Software Version: 8.1
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 836048
Oldest File Date: 07/25/2012
Latest File Date: 11/21/2014


What are lm.el.dat Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library lm.el.dat Errors

lm.el.dat is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like lm.el.dat, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like sapisvr.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. Windows) could share the same lm.el.dat file, saving valuable memory allocation, therefore making your computer run more efficiently.

Unfortunately, what makes DLL files so convenient and efficient, also makes them extremely vulnerable to problems. If something happens to a shared DAT file, either it goes missing or gets corrupted in some way, it can generate a "runtime" error message. Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these errors are triggered when lm.el.dat is attempted to be loaded either when Windows is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common lm.el.dat errors include:

Your lm.el.dat file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Windows), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, lm.el.dat file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Windows, system crash while loading lm.el.dat, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or quite commonly, a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix lm.el.dat Errors in 3 Steps (Time to complete: ~5-15 minutes)

If you're encountering one of the error messages above, follow these troubleshooting steps to resolve your lm.el.dat issue. These troubleshooting steps are listed in the recommended order of execution.


Step 1: Restore your PC back to the latest restore point, "snapshot", or backup image before error occurred.

To begin System Restore (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click System Restore.
  4. Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
  5. Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
  6. Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the lm.el.dat error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing lm.el.dat file.

System File Checker is a utility included with every Windows version that allows you scan and restore corrupted system files. Use the SFC tool to fix missing or corrupt lm.el.dat files (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "cmd" but DO NOT PRESS "ENTER".
  3. Press and hold "CTRL-Shift" on your keyboard while pressing "ENTER".
  4. You'll be prompted with a permission dialog box.
  5. In the box, click "YES".
  6. You should have a black screen with a blinking cursor.
  7. In that black screen, type "sfc /scannow" and hit "ENTER".
  8. SFC will begin scanning for lm.el.dat issues and any other system file problems.
  9. Follow any on-screen commands to complete the process.

Please be aware that this scan might take a while, so please be patient while it is working.

If this Step 2 fails as well, please proceed to the Step 3 below.

sfc /scannow

Step 3: Perform a Windows Update.

When the first two steps haven't solved your issue, it might be a good idea to run Windows Update. Many lm.el.dat error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
  4. If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
  5. After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the lm.el.dat error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.



If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your lm.el.dat File (Caution: Advanced)

If none of the previous three troubleshooting steps have resolved your issue, you can try a more aggressive approach (Note: Not recommended for amateur PC users) by downloading and replacing your appropriate lm.el.dat file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free lm.el.dat files for every applicable version of Windows. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

  1. Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download lm.el.dat Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy the file into the appropriate directory for your Windows version:

  4. Windows 8: C:\Windows\SKB\LanguageModels\
    Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\SKB\LanguageModels\
  5. Restart your computer.

If this final step has failed and you're still encountering the error, you're only remaining option is to do a clean installation of Windows 8.1.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve lm.el.dat problems. To avoid data loss, you must be sure that you have backed-up all of your important documents, pictures, software installers, and other personal data before beginning the process. If you are not currently backing up your data, you need to do so immediately.



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CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying lm.el.dat to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Windows DAT files for download because they are bundled together inside of a software installer. The installer's task is to ensure that all correct verifications have been made before installing and placing lm.el.dat and all other DAT files for Windows. An incorrectly installed DAT file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 8.1
Windows 8


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File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
lm.en-001.dat Game Data Windows 8 15456 C:\Windows\System32\WDI\{67144949-5132-4859-803...
lm.pt-PT.dat Game Data Windows 8.1 8128 C:\Windows\SysWOW64\en-US\
ActivationStore.dat Game Data Windows 10 131072 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\
FNTCACHE.DAT Game Data Windows Vista 229664 C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
SCHEMA.DAT Game Data Windows 8 7340032 C:\Windows\Panther\NewOs\Panther\

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WWAN_profile_v1.xsd XML Schema Definition Windows 8.1 6201 C:\Windows\L2Schemas\
WWAN_profile_v1.xsd XML Schema Definition Windows 10 6201 C:\Windows\L2Schemas\
WLANAP_profile_v1.xsd XML Schema Definition Windows 7 7504 C:\Windows\L2Schemas\
WLAN_profile_v1.xsd XML Schema Definition Windows 7 15591 C:\Windows\L2Schemas\


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