Troubleshooting Dsetup.dll: How To Guide (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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DLL files such as dsetup.dll are categorized as Win32 DLL (Driver) files. As a Direct driver preloader file, it was created for use in Microsoft® DirectX for Windows® 95 and 98 by Power Karaoke.

The first version of dsetup.dll for War Rock Client 20111018 was seen on 11/07/2011 in Windows 10. The latest version update [v4.08.00.0400] for Karaoke CD+G Creator Pro was 2.4.7 released on 04/26/2013.

In this article, you will find detailed dsetup.dll information, a DLL file troubleshooting guide, and a list of versions that are available for free download.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: dsetup.dll
File Extension: DLL file extension
Description: Direct driver preloader
Object File Type: Driver
File Operating System: Windows 16-bit
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Microsoft Corporation
Software Program: Microsoft® DirectX for Windows® 95 and 98
Legal Copyright: Copyright © Microsoft Corp. 1994-2000
File Details
Character Set: Windows, Latin1
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x30003f
Entry Point: 0x2e29
Code Size: 27136


What are dsetup.dll Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library dsetup.dll Errors

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

Your dsetup.dll file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Karaoke CD+G Creator Pro), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, dsetup.dll file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Karaoke CD+G Creator Pro, system crash while loading dsetup.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 dsetup.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 dsetup.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 dsetup.dll error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Karaoke CD+G Creator Pro (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Karaoke CD+G Creator Pro software.

You can uninstall Karaoke CD+G Creator Pro 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 Karaoke CD+G Creator Pro 2.4.7 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Karaoke CD+G Creator Pro software.

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

Karaoke CD+G Creator Pro 2.4.7

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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 dsetup.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 dsetup.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 dsetup.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 dsetup.dll file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free dsetup.dll files for every applicable version of Karaoke CD+G Creator Pro. 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 dsetup.dll Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Karaoke CD+G Creator Pro folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\directx\websetup\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Pinnacle\VideoSpin\Programs\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\Autodesk\DWGTrueView_2019_Enu_64bit\3rdParty\DirectX\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\EA SPORTS\F1 2002 WORK IN PROGRESS DEMO\
    Windows 10: C:\ProgramData\Package Cache\9FD00F3BB8A870112DAE464F555FCD5E7F9200C0\
    Show 16 more directories +
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\FarCryResearchDemo\FarCry_Research_Demo\directx9\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Temp\NeroInstallFiles\NERO20191102234416024\ISSetupPrerequisites\direct3d10.1Extensions9.29.952.3111D3dcsx\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Temp\NeroInstallFiles\NERO20191102234416024\ISSetupPrerequisites\direct3d10.1Extensions9.29.952.3111D3dx10\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Temp\NeroInstallFiles\NERO20191102234416024\ISSetupPrerequisites\direct3d10.1Extensions9.29.952.3111D3dx11\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Temp\NeroInstallFiles\NERO20191102234416024\ISSetupPrerequisites\direct3d10.1Extensions9.29.952.3111D3dx9\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Temp\NeroInstallFiles\NERO20191102234416024\ISSetupPrerequisites\direct3dHlslCompiler9.29.952.3111\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\MAGIX\Music Maker\28\
    Windows 10: C:\Autodesk\WI\Autodesk AutoCAD 2020\3rdParty\DirectX\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\Downloads\dx62010\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Games\Halo Custom Edition\directx\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\ACD Systems\ACDSee Home\23.0\DirectX9\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\GamersFirst\War Rock\files\redist\DXRedist Mar09\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\GamersFirst\War Rock\redist\DXRedist Mar09\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\GamersFirst\War Rock\system\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Doblon\Karaoke CD+G Creator Pro\
    Windows 10: C:\GTR2Demo\
  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 dsetup.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 dsetup.dll Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying dsetup.dll to your appropriate Windows system directory. Power Karaoke typically does not release Karaoke CD+G Creator Pro 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 dsetup.dll and all other DLL files for Karaoke CD+G Creator Pro. 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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