Troubleshooting SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf: How To Guide (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/29/2023
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The development of Adobe Captivate 2017 Release by Adobe Systems Incorporated prompted the latest creation of SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf. It is also known as a Private file (file extension PF), which is classified as a type of Archive (Private) file.

The first version of SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf for Adobe Photoshop Lightroom 6.7 (CC 2015.7) was seen on 09/20/2016 in Windows 10. The latest file version for Adobe Captivate 2017 Release is v2017 Release released on 07/26/2017.

This article discusses complete file details, PF file troubleshooting instructions for problems with SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf, and a comprehensive set of free downloads for every file version that has been catalogued by our team.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf
File Extension: PF file extension
File Type: Archive
Description: Private
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: Adobe Captivate 2017 Release
Developer: Adobe Systems Incorporated
Software: Adobe Captivate
Software Version: 2017 Release
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 23303
Oldest File Date: 12/17/2019
Latest File Date: 02/22/2020


What are SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf Error Messages?


General SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf Runtime Errors

SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf file errors often occur during the startup phase of Adobe Captivate, but can also occur while the program is running. These types PF errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while Adobe Captivate is running. Here are some of the most common SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Windows\Prefetch\SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf

This application has requested the Runtime to terminate it in an unusual way.
Please contact the application's support team for more information.


Most PF errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with Adobe Captivate), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading Adobe Captivate, system crash while loading or saving SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or malware infection. Thus, it’s critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf 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 SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf 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 SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed Adobe Captivate (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Adobe Captivate software.

You can uninstall Adobe Captivate 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 Adobe Captivate 2017 Release and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Adobe Captivate software.

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

Adobe Captivate 2017 Release

Adobe Systems Incorporated

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 SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf 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 SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf 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 SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf 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 SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf files for every applicable version of Adobe Captivate. 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 SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate Adobe Captivate folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\Prefetch\
    Windows 10: C:\Windows\Prefetch\
  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 SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf 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 SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf to your appropriate Windows system directory. Adobe Systems Incorporated typically does not release Adobe Captivate PF 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 SETUP.EXE-EC21272D.pf and all other PF files for Adobe Captivate. An incorrectly installed PF 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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