How to Download and Fix Device_description.xml Errors

Last Updated: 12/25/2023
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device_description.xml is considered a type of Extensible Markup Language file. It is most-commonly used in DivX 10.8.6 developed by DivX, LLC.. It uses the XML file extension and is considered a XML (Extensible Markup Language) file.

The initial introduction of device_description.xml released in DivX 10.8.6 was for Windows 10 on 01/23/2018. According to our records, this is the primary and most recent file release from DivX, LLC..

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, XML file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of device_description.xml.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: device_description.xml
File Extension: XML file extension
File Type: Data
Description: Extensible Markup Language
MIME Type: application/xml
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: DivX 10.8.6
Developer: DivX, LLC.
Software: DivX
Software Version: 10.8.6
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 1014
Oldest File Date: 10/03/2019
Latest File Date: 10/03/2019


What are device_description.xml Error Messages?


General device_description.xml Runtime Errors

device_description.xml file errors often occur during the startup phase of DivX, but can also occur while the program is running. These types XML errors are also known as “runtime errors” because they occur while DivX is running. Here are some of the most common device_description.xml runtime errors:

Microsoft Visual C++ Runtime Library

Runtime Error!

Program: C:\Program Files (x86)\DivX\DivX Media Server\data\device_description.xml

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


Most XML errors are due to missing or corrupt files. Your device_description.xml file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with DivX), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, device_description.xml file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading DivX, system crash while loading or saving device_description.xml, 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 device_description.xml 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 device_description.xml 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 device_description.xml error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall DivX 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 DivX 10.8.6 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

DivX 10.8.6

DivX, LLC.

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 device_description.xml 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 device_description.xml 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 device_description.xml 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 device_description.xml file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free device_description.xml files for every applicable version of DivX. 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 device_description.xml Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate DivX folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\DivX\DivX Media Server\data\
  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 device_description.xml 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 device_description.xml Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying device_description.xml to your appropriate Windows system directory. DivX, LLC. typically does not release DivX XML 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 device_description.xml and all other XML files for DivX. An incorrectly installed XML 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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DesktopTargetCompDB_kn... Extensible Markup Language DivX 10.8.6 1441 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\
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