How to Repair Update.exe (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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EXE files such as update.exe are categorized as Win32 EXE (Executable application) files. As a Online Updater file, it was created for use in IncUpdate by SmartPCTools.

The initial introduction of update.exe released in Avira Free Antivirus 15.0.1909.1591 was for Windows 10 on 09/25/2019. The most recent version [file version 2007.7.30.252] was introduced on 06/10/2012 for Registry Repair Wizard 2012 6.72.

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

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: update.exe
File Extension: EXE file extension
Description: Online Updater
Object File Type: Executable application
Comments: http://www.sunisoft.com
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Sunisoft
Software Program: IncUpdate
Legal Copyright: Copyright(c) 2003-2007, Sunisoft
File Details
Character Set: Windows, Latin1
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x1ca001
Code Size: 1368576


What are update.exe Error Messages?


update.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are Registry Repair Wizard 2012 errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when update.exe is attempted to be loaded either when Registry Repair Wizard 2012 is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using Registry Repair Wizard 2012.

In most cases, update.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these update.exe error messages mean that Registry Repair Wizard 2012 was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, Registry Repair Wizard 2012 will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common update.exe errors include:

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


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

Step 2: If recently installed Registry Repair Wizard 2012 (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Registry Repair Wizard 2012 software.

You can uninstall Registry Repair Wizard 2012 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 Registry Repair Wizard 2012 6.72 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Registry Repair Wizard 2012 software.

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

Registry Repair Wizard 2012 6.72

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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 update.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 update.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 update.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 update.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free update.exe files for every applicable version of Registry Repair Wizard 2012. 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 update.exe Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Registry Repair Wizard 2012 folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Bitdefender Antivirus Free\kitinstaller\archives\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Garena Plus\bbtalk\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Anvisoft\Cloud System Booster\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\File Recover\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\SPEEDbit Video Downloader\Toolbar\
    Show 16 more directories +
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\AppData\LocalLow\Toolbar4\{0329E7D6-6F54-462D-93F6-F5C3118BADF2}\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Temp\SVCINST\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\RSUPPORT\liteCam HD\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\USBAntivirus\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Trend Micro\AirSupport\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Clip Extractor\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IDM Computer Solutions\UltraEdit\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Trend Micro\AirSupport\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\Trend Micro\AirSupport\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Avira\Antivirus\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\Temp\RarSFX0\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\ShiningMorning\MagicCamera\
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\WhatsApp\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\SmartPCTools\Registry Repair Wizard\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Xianzhi\Service\
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Xianzhi\Service\update\
  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 update.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 update.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. SmartPCTools typically does not release Registry Repair Wizard 2012 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 update.exe and all other EXE files for Registry Repair Wizard 2012. An incorrectly installed EXE file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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OneDriveUpdaterService... Updater Service Microsoft OneDrive (19.222.1110.0006) 2485096 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\
MpSigStub.exe Microsoft Malware Protection Signature Update Stub Microsoft Malware Protection (1.1.16500.1) 748816 C:\Windows\inf\
OneDriveSetup.exe Microsoft OneDrive (32 bit) Setup Microsoft OneDrive (19.222.1110.0006) 35299688 C:\Windows\Microsoft.NET\Framework\v4.0.30319\

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PerfStringBackup.INI Windows Initialization Registry Repair Wizard 2012 6.72 1321920 C:\Windows\System32\
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