Fixing IKernel.dll DLL Issues - How to Download and Repair

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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InstallShield (R) Setup Engine files such as iKernel.dll utilize the DLL file extension. This file is considered a Win32 DLL (Executable application) file, and was first created by Convar for the InstallShield (R) software package.

The first release in the Windows 10 Operating System for iKernel.dll was on 08/26/2019 inside MiniTool Partition Wizard Free Edition 11.5. The latest version update [v7, 01, 100, 1237] for PC Inspector Smart Recovery was 4.5 released on 01/07/2010.

Please see below for more detailed information, DLL file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of iKernel.dll.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: iKernel.dll
File Extension: DLL file extension
Description: InstallShield (R) Setup Engine
Object File Type: Executable application
File Operating System: Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: InstallShield Software Corporation
Software Program: InstallShield (R)
Legal Copyright: Copyright (C) 1990-2002 InstallShield Software Corporation
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: Debug
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x6d20b
Code Size: 512000


What are iKernel.dll Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library iKernel.dll Errors

iKernel.dll is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like iKernel.dll, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like Setup.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. PC Inspector Smart Recovery) could share the same iKernel.dll 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 DLL 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 iKernel.dll is attempted to be loaded either when PC Inspector Smart Recovery is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common iKernel.dll errors include:

Your iKernel.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with PC Inspector Smart Recovery), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, iKernel.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading PC Inspector Smart Recovery, system crash while loading iKernel.dll, 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 iKernel.dll 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 iKernel.dll 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 iKernel.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed PC Inspector Smart Recovery (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling PC Inspector Smart Recovery software.

You can uninstall PC Inspector Smart Recovery software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

  1. Hit the Windows Start button
  2. In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
  3. In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
  4. Find the entry for PC Inspector Smart Recovery 4.5 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall PC Inspector Smart Recovery software.

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

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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 iKernel.dll 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 iKernel.dll 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 iKernel.dll 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 iKernel.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free iKernel.dll files for every applicable version of PC Inspector Smart Recovery. 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 iKernel.dll Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate PC Inspector Smart Recovery folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\InstallShield\Professional\RunTime\11\50\Intel32\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\InstallShield\Professional\RunTime\0701\Intel32\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\InstallShield\Professional\RunTime\0701\Intel32\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\MiniTool Partition Wizard 11\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\InstallShield\Professional\RunTime\0701\Intel32\
    Show 9 more directories +
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\InstallShield\Professional\RunTime\10\01\Intel32\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\InstallShield\Professional\RunTime\0701\Intel32\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\InstallShield\Professional\RunTime\0701\Intel32\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\InstallShield\Professional\RunTime\0701\Intel32\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\MiniToolPowerDataRecovery\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\InstallShield\Professional\RunTime\10\50\Intel32\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\InstallShield\Professional\RunTime\11\50\Intel32\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\InstallShield\Professional\RunTime\11\50\Intel32\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Common Files\InstallShield\Professional\RunTime\11\50\Intel32\
  4. 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 10.


GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve iKernel.dll 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.



Download iKernel.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying iKernel.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. Convar typically does not release PC Inspector Smart Recovery DLL 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 iKernel.dll and all other DLL files for PC Inspector Smart Recovery. An incorrectly installed DLL file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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