Troubleshoot AUpdate.exe Issues (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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IObit AUpdate files such as AUpdate.exe utilize the EXE file extension. This file is considered a Win32 EXE (Executable application) file, and was first created by IObit for the IObit AUpdate software package.

AUpdate.exe was initially released with Driver Booster 7.0.2.435 on 09/24/2019 for the Windows 10 Operating System. The latest file update released for Start Menu 8 5.1.0.1 was on 09/10/2019 [file version 4.1.0.307].

Below, you find comprehensive file information, instructions for simple EXE file troubleshooting, and list of free AUpdate.exe downloads for each available file version.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: AUpdate.exe
File Extension: EXE file extension
Description: IObit AUpdate
Object File Type: Executable application
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
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Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: IObit
Software Program: IObit AUpdate
Legal Copyright: Copyright© 2016 IObit. All Rights Reserved.
File Details
Character Set: Windows, Latin1
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x6d5b0
Code Size: 442368


What are AUpdate.exe Error Messages?


AUpdate.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are Start Menu 8 errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when AUpdate.exe is attempted to be loaded either when Start Menu 8 is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using Start Menu 8.

In most cases, AUpdate.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these AUpdate.exe error messages mean that Start Menu 8 was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, Start Menu 8 will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common AUpdate.exe errors include:

  • AUpdate.exe - Bad Image.
  • AUpdate.exe Application Error.
  • AUpdate.exe could not be found.
  • AUpdate.exe could not be installed.
  • AUpdate.exe could not be launched. Class not registered.
  • AUpdate.exe could not be started.
  • AUpdate.exe failed to initialize properly.
  • AUpdate.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
  • AUpdate.exe is not a valid Win32 application.
  • AUpdate.exe is not running.
  • Cannot find AUpdate.exe.
  • Error starting program: AUpdate.exe.
  • Faulting Application Path: AUpdate.exe.
  • The file AUpdate.exe is missing or corrupt.
  • Windows failed to start - AUpdate.exe.
System Error


The program can’t start because AUpdate.exe is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.

Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.

Finding the source of the AUpdate.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting AUpdate.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using IObit AUpdate. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of IObit, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of AUpdate.exe errors can occur if it has been accidentally moved, deleted, or corrupted by a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix AUpdate.exe 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 AUpdate.exe 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 AUpdate.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Start Menu 8 (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Start Menu 8 software.

You can uninstall Start Menu 8 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 Start Menu 8 5.1.0.1 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Start Menu 8 software.

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

Start Menu 8 5.1.0.1

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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 AUpdate.exe 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 AUpdate.exe 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 AUpdate.exe 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 AUpdate.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free AUpdate.exe files for every applicable version of Start Menu 8. 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 AUpdate.exe Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Start Menu 8 folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\IObit Uninstaller\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\IObit Malware Fighter\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Smart Defrag\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Driver Booster\7.0.2\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Classic Start\
  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 AUpdate.exe 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 AUpdate.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. IObit typically does not release Start Menu 8 EXE 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 AUpdate.exe and all other EXE files for Start Menu 8. An incorrectly installed EXE file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 10


Files Related to AUpdate.exe


EXE Files Related to AUpdate.exe

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
Expire_SM.exe Start Menu 8 Start Menu 8 (5.0.0.0) 910608 C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\
FileCoAuth.exe Microsoft OneDriveFile Co-Authoring Executable Microsoft OneDrive (19.152.0927.0012) 514400 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\
InstallServices.exe StartMenu8 InstallServices StartMenu8 (2.0) 2234640 C:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\
ScreenShot.exe ScreenShot ScreenShot (1.0.0.0) 772368 C:\Windows\Fonts\
SMService.exe StartMenu8 Services StartMenu8 (1.0.0.0) 1162000 C:\Windows\Fonts\

Other Files Related to AUpdate.exe

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
Sessions.back.xml Extensible Markup Language Driver Booster 7.0.2.435 5277233 C:\Windows\servicing\Sessions\
system.ini Windows Initialization Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 12.1.0.120 58 C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCar...
setupact.log Log Start Menu 8 5.1.0.1 62521 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
setupact.log Log Advanced SystemCare Free 12.6.0.368 1401370 C:\Windows\Logs\DPX\
setupact.log Log Driver Booster 7.0.2.435 60976 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\


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