In some cases, dciman32.dll errors could indicate a registry problem, a virus or malware issue, or even a hardware failure.
Dciman32.dll Errors
There are several different ways that dciman32.dll errors can show up on your computer. Here are some of the more common ways that you might see dciman32.dll errors.
Dciman32.dll Not FoundThis application failed to start because dciman32.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problemCannot find [PATH]\dciman32.dllThe file dciman32.dll is missingCannot start [APPLICATION]. A required component is missing: dciman32.dll. Please install [APPLICATION] again
Dciman32.dll is the DLL for the Display Control Interface Manager, which allows programs to use hardware acceleration. This means you might see dciman32.dll errors in applications that play videos or games. The context of the dciman32.dll error is an important piece of information that will be helpful while solving the problem.
How to Fix Dciman32.dll Errors
Need More Help?
If you’re not interested in fixing this problem yourself, see How Do I Get My Computer Fixed? for a full list of your support options, plus help with everything along the way like figuring out repair costs, getting your files off, choosing a repair service, and a whole lot more. If you suspect that you’ve accidentally deleted dciman32.dll but you’ve already emptied the Recycle Bin, you may be able to recover dciman32.dll with a free file recovery program. If the hardware fails any of your tests, replace the memory or replace the hard drive as soon as possible. We rarely recommend the use of registry cleaners. They’re included here as a “last resort” attempt before the destructive step coming up next.
