Troubleshoot PSDC.dat Issues (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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PSDC.dat is considered a type of Game Data file. It is most-commonly used in Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security 16 developed by Trend Micro. It uses the DAT file extension and is considered a Dynamic Link Library (Game Data) file.

The initial introduction of PSDC.dat released in Trend Micro Maximum Security 16 was for Windows 10 on 09/10/2019. The newest file release date for Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security 16 was 09/10/2019 [version 16].

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple DAT file troubleshooting, and list of free PSDC.dat downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: PSDC.dat
File Extension: DAT file extension
File Type: Dynamic Link Library
Description: Game Data
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security 16
Developer: Trend Micro
Software: Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security
Software Version: 16
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 256
Oldest File Date: 11/25/2019
Latest File Date: 11/25/2019


What are PSDC.dat Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library PSDC.dat Errors

PSDC.dat is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like PSDC.dat, 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. Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security) could share the same PSDC.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 PSDC.dat is attempted to be loaded either when Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common PSDC.dat errors include:

Your PSDC.dat file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, PSDC.dat file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security, system crash while loading PSDC.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 PSDC.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 PSDC.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 PSDC.dat error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security software.

You can uninstall Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security 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 Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security 16 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security software.

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

Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security 16

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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 PSDC.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 PSDC.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 PSDC.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 PSDC.dat file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free PSDC.dat files for every applicable version of Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security. 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 PSDC.dat Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\ProgramData\Trend Micro\PCC\
    Windows 10: C:\ProgramData\Trend Micro\PCC\
    Windows 10: C:\ProgramData\Trend Micro\PCC\
  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 PSDC.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.



Download PSDC.dat Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying PSDC.dat to your appropriate Windows system directory. Trend Micro typically does not release Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security 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 PSDC.dat and all other DAT files for Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security. An incorrectly installed DAT file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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DAT Files Related to PSDC.dat

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
Tmwhitelist.dat Game Data Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security 16 464 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDrive\
sic.dat Game Data Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security 16 4657844 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.ZuneMusi...
icrc.dat Game Data Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security 16 1048577 C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.ZuneMusi...
settings.dat Game Data Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security 16 8192 C:\Windows\System32\
imprbeacons.dat Game Data Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security 16 1597 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\

Other Files Related to PSDC.dat

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
setupact.log Log Trend Micro Internet Security 16 191147 C:\Windows\Logs\DPX\
setupact.log Log Trend Micro Internet Security 16 62521 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
SA.DAT Game Data Trend Micro Internet Security 16 6 C:\WINDOWS\Tasks\
setupapi.dev.log Log Trend Micro Antivirus Plus Security 16 684126 C:\Windows\inf\
WmiApRpl.ini Windows Initialization Trend Micro Maximum Security 16 29736 C:\Windows\inf\WmiApRpl\0009\


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