SoftEther Project SoftEther VPN Client EXE vpncmd.exe

Download Vpncmd.exe and Troubleshoot Runtime Errors

Last Updated: 11/24/2023
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vpncmd.exe uses the EXE file extension, which is more specifically known as a SoftEther VPN file. It is classified as a Win64 EXE (Executable application) file, created for SoftEther VPN by SoftEther Project.

The initial introduction of vpncmd.exe released in VPN Gate Client Plug-in with SoftEther VPN Client 4.29 Build 9680 was for Windows 10 on 03/06/2019. The latest file version for SoftEther VPN Client 4.29 build 9680 is v4, 29, 0, 9680 released on 05/23/2019.

In this article, you will find detailed vpncmd.exe information, a EXE file troubleshooting guide, and a list of versions that are available for free download.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	vpncmd.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
Description:	SoftEther VPN
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	SoftEther VPN Project at University of Tsukuba, Japan.
Software Program:	SoftEther VPN
Legal Copyright:	Copyright (C) 2012-2019 SoftEther VPN Project. All Rights Reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	Japanese
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x0017
Entry Point:	0x3184
Code Size:	54784

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File Info	Description
File Size:	140 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:01:06 04:56:36+00:00
File Type:	Win64 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
Time Stamp:	2019:02:28 10:25:34+00:00
PE Type:	PE32+
Linker Version:	9.0
Code Size:	54784
Initialized Data Size:	74240
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x3184
OS Version:	5.2
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	5.2
Subsystem:	Windows command line
File Version Number:	4.29.0.9680
Product Version Number:	4.29.0.9680
File Flags Mask:	0x0017
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	Japanese
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	SoftEther VPN Project at University of Tsukuba, Japan.
File Description:	SoftEther VPN
File Version:	4, 29, 0, 9680
Internal Name:	vpncmdsys_x64
Legal Copyright:	Copyright (C) 2012-2019 SoftEther VPN Project. All Rights Reserved.
Product Name:	SoftEther VPN
Product Version:	4, 29, 0, 9680
Legal Trademarks:	SoftEther(R) is a registered trademark of SoftEther Corporation in Japan, United Status and People's Republic of China. SoftEther Corporation is a company founded at University of Tsukuba, Japan in 2004.

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What are vpncmd.exe Error Messages?

vpncmd.exe Runtime Errors

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

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

Some of the most common vpncmd.exe errors include:

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

System Error

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

Step 2: If recently installed SoftEther VPN Client (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling SoftEther VPN Client software.

You can uninstall SoftEther VPN Client 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 SoftEther VPN Client 4.29 build 9680 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall SoftEther VPN Client software.

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

SoftEther VPN Client 4.29 build 9680

SoftEther Project

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 vpncmd.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 vpncmd.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 vpncmd.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 vpncmd.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free vpncmd.exe files for every applicable version of SoftEther VPN Client. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download vpncmd.exe Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate SoftEther VPN Client folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\SoftEther VPN Client\
Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\SoftEther VPN Client\
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 vpncmd.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 vpncmd.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying vpncmd.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. SoftEther Project typically does not release SoftEther VPN Client 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 vpncmd.exe and all other EXE files for SoftEther VPN Client. An incorrectly installed EXE file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

SoftEther VPN Client 4.29 build 9680

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

vpncmd.exe

4.29.0.9680

4, 29, 0, 9680

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	SoftEther VPN
Software Version:	4.29.0.9680
File Version:	4, 29, 0, 9680
File Size:	143672
File Date:	01/06/2020
MD5 Checksum:	838f0bf8176fce987b20be6c1d1fd667
SHA1 Checksum:	2546a6fbac1ed7c17426c0679be9e682f07bb240
SHA256 Checksum:	8e9078ad16c717ee5d4a396470b83983578f6738a446842dd6c39e07d325125b
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	74240
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	5.2
File Modification Date/Time:	01/06/2020

vpncmd.exe

4.29.0.9680

4, 29, 0, 9680

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	SoftEther VPN
Software Version:	4.29.0.9680
File Version:	4, 29, 0, 9680
File Size:	3979064
File Date:	01/06/2020
MD5 Checksum:	0d1d9960bda18abbc0ec6ee923456701
SHA1 Checksum:	4cd65bf0eafd9a2934e5555daa3cabb0bfd5bf71
SHA256 Checksum:	c3c3032d310ac72e68921e111c093f4f6c69bb75c6c347a14c679dba4aebf635
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\SoftEther VPN Client\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	721408
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	01/06/2020

VPN Gate Client Plug-in with SoftEther VPN Client 4.29 Build 9680

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

vpncmd.exe

4.29.0.9680

4, 29, 0, 9680

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	SoftEther VPN
Software Version:	4.29.0.9680
File Version:	4, 29, 0, 9680
File Size:	143672
File Date:	01/06/2020
MD5 Checksum:	838f0bf8176fce987b20be6c1d1fd667
SHA1 Checksum:	2546a6fbac1ed7c17426c0679be9e682f07bb240
SHA256 Checksum:	8e9078ad16c717ee5d4a396470b83983578f6738a446842dd6c39e07d325125b
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	74240
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	5.2
File Modification Date/Time:	01/06/2020

vpncmd.exe

4.29.0.9680

4, 29, 0, 9680

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	SoftEther VPN
Software Version:	4.29.0.9680
File Version:	4, 29, 0, 9680
File Size:	3979064
File Date:	01/06/2020
MD5 Checksum:	0d1d9960bda18abbc0ec6ee923456701
SHA1 Checksum:	4cd65bf0eafd9a2934e5555daa3cabb0bfd5bf71
SHA256 Checksum:	c3c3032d310ac72e68921e111c093f4f6c69bb75c6c347a14c679dba4aebf635
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\SoftEther VPN Client\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	721408
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	01/06/2020

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Files Related to vpncmd.exe

EXE Files Related to vpncmd.exe

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
vpncmd.exe	SoftEther VPN	SoftEther VPN (4, 29, 0, 9680)	143672	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.ZuneVide...
MpSigStub.exe	Microsoft Malware Protection Signature Update Stub	Microsoft Malware Protection (1.1.16500.1)	748816	C:\Windows\inf\
OneDrive.exe	Microsoft OneDrive	Microsoft OneDrive (19.192.0926.0012)	1585000	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\
vpncmgr_x64.exe	SoftEther VPN	SoftEther VPN (4, 29, 0, 9680)	5438776	C:\Program Files\WindowsApps\Microsoft.GetHelp_...
driver_installer.exe	SoftEther VPN	SoftEther VPN (4, 29, 0, 9680)	5322040	C:\Windows\Logs\NetSetup\

Other Files Related to vpncmd.exe

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
SA.DAT	Game Data	SoftEther VPN Client 4.29 build 9680	6	C:\WINDOWS\Tasks\
WmiApRpl.h	C/C++/Objective-C Header	SoftEther VPN Client 4.29 build 9680	3444	C:\Windows\System32\wbem\Performance\
api-ms-win-core-profil...	ApiSet Stub DLL	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12)	10600	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...
diagwrn.xml	Extensible Markup Language	SoftEther VPN Client 4.29 build 9680	5718	C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
diagerr.xml	Extensible Markup Language	SoftEther VPN Client 4.29 build 9680	44109	C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\

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