Activision Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare EXE iw3sp.exe

Download Iw3sp.exe and Fix EXE Errors

Last Updated: 11/24/2023
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EXE files such as iw3sp.exe are categorized as Win32 EXE (Windows Executable) files. As a Windows Executable file, it was created for use in Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (Not Specified) by Activision.

iw3sp.exe was initially released with Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (Not Specified) on 11/28/2007 for the Windows 10 Operating System. According to our records, this is the primary and most recent file release from Activision.

In this short article, you will discover detailed file information, steps for troubleshooting EXE file problems with iw3sp.exe, and list of free downloads for every version that exists in our comprehensive file directory.

File Analysis Provided by Jason Geater (Author)

File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	iw3sp.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
File Type:	Executable Application
Description:	Windows Executable
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Program:	Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (Not Specified)
Developer:	Activision
Software:	Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare
Software Version:	(Not Specified)

File Details
Entry Point:	0x24340e
Code Size:	2473984

View Other iw3sp.exe Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	2.9 MB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:11:16 16:36:14+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2007:10:06 01:27:35+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	8.0
Code Size:	2473984
Initialized Data Size:	548864
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x24340e
OS Version:	4.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	4.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI

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What are iw3sp.exe Error Messages?

iw3sp.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when iw3sp.exe is attempted to be loaded either when Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare.

In most cases, iw3sp.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these iw3sp.exe error messages mean that Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common iw3sp.exe errors include:

iw3sp.exe - Bad Image.
iw3sp.exe Application Error.
iw3sp.exe could not be found.
iw3sp.exe could not be installed.
iw3sp.exe could not be launched. Class not registered.
iw3sp.exe could not be started.
iw3sp.exe failed to initialize properly.
iw3sp.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
iw3sp.exe is not a valid Win32 application.
iw3sp.exe is not running.
Cannot find iw3sp.exe.
Error starting program: iw3sp.exe.
Faulting Application Path: iw3sp.exe.
The file iw3sp.exe is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - iw3sp.exe.

System Error

The program can’t start because iw3sp.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 iw3sp.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting iw3sp.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (Not Specified). This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of Activision, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of iw3sp.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.

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How to Fix iw3sp.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 iw3sp.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):

Hit the Windows Start button
When you see the search box, type "System Restore" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click System Restore.
Please enter the administrator password (if applicable / prompted).
Follow the steps in the System Restore Wizard to choose a relevant restore point.
Restore your computer to that backup image.

If the Step 1 fails to resolve the iw3sp.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare software.

You can uninstall Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
Find the entry for Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (Not Specified) and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare software.

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

Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (Not Specified)

Activision

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 iw3sp.exe error messages that are encountered can be contributed to an outdated Windows Operating System. To run Windows Update, please follow these easy steps:

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Update" and press "ENTER".
In the Windows Update dialog box, click "Check for Updates" (or similar button depending on your Windows version)
If updates are available for download, click "Install Updates".
After the update is completed, restart your PC.

If Windows Update failed to resolve the iw3sp.exe error message, please proceed to next step. Please note that this final step is recommended for advanced PC users only.

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If Those Steps Fail: Download and Replace Your iw3sp.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 iw3sp.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free iw3sp.exe files for every applicable version of Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download iw3sp.exe Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Activision\Call of Duty 4 - Modern Warfare Demo\
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 iw3sp.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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Download iw3sp.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying iw3sp.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. Activision typically does not release Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare 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 iw3sp.exe and all other EXE files for Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare. An incorrectly installed EXE file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare (Not Specified)

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

iw3sp.exe

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
File Size:	3026944
File Date:	11/16/2019
MD5 Checksum:	f8019cfa46c35d36bad3eaa4a55b64a1
SHA1 Checksum:	20abb06dc9ee6cd29f3adddec1b076b996e6c7eb
SHA256 Checksum:	08fcf5d9fe60dd54e8c4e6ab16cea9c6c5d80cc47001ab34c8a2ece0e05db6dc
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Activision\Call of Duty ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	548864
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	11/16/2019

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