FMSIScan.exe Runtime Errors: Download and Troubleshoot

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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FMSIScan.exe, also known as a Futuremark SystemInfo Scanner file, was created by Futuremark Corporation for the development of Futuremark SystemInfo. EXE files fall under under the Win32 EXE (Executable application) file type category.

FMSIScan.exe was first released in the Windows 10 Operating System on 02/11/2010 with 3DMark Basic Edition 2.3. According to our records, this release is the only version of this file offered by Futuremark Corporation.

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

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: FMSIScan.exe
File Extension: EXE file extension
Description: Futuremark SystemInfo Scanner
Object File Type: Executable application
File Operating System: Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Futuremark
Software Program: Futuremark SystemInfo
Legal Copyright: Copyright (C) Futuremark 2014
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x637c4
Code Size: 964608


What are FMSIScan.exe Error Messages?


FMSIScan.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are 3DMark Basic Edition errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when FMSIScan.exe is attempted to be loaded either when 3DMark Basic Edition is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using 3DMark Basic Edition.

In most cases, FMSIScan.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these FMSIScan.exe error messages mean that 3DMark Basic Edition was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, 3DMark Basic Edition will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common FMSIScan.exe errors include:

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


The program can’t start because FMSIScan.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 FMSIScan.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting FMSIScan.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using Futuremark SystemInfo. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of Futuremark, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of FMSIScan.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 FMSIScan.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 FMSIScan.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 FMSIScan.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed 3DMark Basic Edition (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling 3DMark Basic Edition software.

You can uninstall 3DMark Basic Edition 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 3DMark Basic Edition 2.3 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall 3DMark Basic Edition software.

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

3DMark Basic Edition 2.3

Futuremark Corporation

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 FMSIScan.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 FMSIScan.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 FMSIScan.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 FMSIScan.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free FMSIScan.exe files for every applicable version of 3DMark Basic Edition. 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 FMSIScan.exe Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate 3DMark Basic Edition folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Futuremark\SystemInfo\
  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 FMSIScan.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.



Download FMSIScan.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying FMSIScan.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. Futuremark Corporation typically does not release 3DMark Basic Edition 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 FMSIScan.exe and all other EXE files for 3DMark Basic Edition. 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


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FMSIScan.exe Futuremark SystemInfo Scanner Futuremark SystemInfo (5.0.609.0) 1357752 C:\Windows\Prefetch\
GetHelp.exe Windows Executable 3DMark Basic Edition 2.3 18432 C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\...

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