How to Fix SyncSetting.dat Problems and Download Updates

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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syncSetting.dat is considered a type of Game Data file. It is most-commonly used in CyberLink PowerDVD 19 developed by CyberLink. It uses the DAT file extension and is considered a Dynamic Link Library (Game Data) file.

syncSetting.dat was first developed on 04/16/2019 for the Windows 10 Operating System in CyberLink PowerDVD 19. This is not only most recent release from CyberLink, but it's the only version known in existence.

Please see below for more detailed information, DAT file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of syncSetting.dat.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: syncSetting.dat
File Extension: DAT file extension
File Type: Dynamic Link Library
Description: Game Data
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Developer and Software Information
Software Program: CyberLink PowerDVD 19
Developer: CyberLink
Software: CyberLink PowerDVD
Software Version: 19
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 1863
Oldest File Date: 10/11/2019
Latest File Date: 10/11/2019


What are syncSetting.dat Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library syncSetting.dat Errors

syncSetting.dat is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like syncSetting.dat, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like Setup.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. CyberLink PowerDVD) could share the same syncSetting.dat file, saving valuable memory allocation, therefore making your computer run more efficiently.

Unfortunately, what makes DLL files so convenient and efficient, also makes them extremely vulnerable to problems. If something happens to a shared DAT file, either it goes missing or gets corrupted in some way, it can generate a "runtime" error message. Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these errors are triggered when syncSetting.dat is attempted to be loaded either when CyberLink PowerDVD is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common syncSetting.dat errors include:

Your syncSetting.dat file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with CyberLink PowerDVD), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, syncSetting.dat file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading CyberLink PowerDVD, system crash while loading syncSetting.dat, bad sectors on your storage media (usually your primary hard drive), or quite commonly, a malware infection. Thus, it's critical to make sure your anti-virus is kept up-to-date and scanning regularly.



How to Fix syncSetting.dat 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 syncSetting.dat 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 syncSetting.dat error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall CyberLink PowerDVD 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 CyberLink PowerDVD 19 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

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

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

CyberLink PowerDVD 19

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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 syncSetting.dat 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 syncSetting.dat 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 syncSetting.dat 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 syncSetting.dat file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free syncSetting.dat files for every applicable version of CyberLink PowerDVD. 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 syncSetting.dat Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate CyberLink PowerDVD folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\CyberLink\PowerDVD19\DB1052\cloud_defaultUser\
  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 syncSetting.dat 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 syncSetting.dat Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying syncSetting.dat to your appropriate Windows system directory. CyberLink typically does not release CyberLink PowerDVD DAT 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 syncSetting.dat and all other DAT files for CyberLink PowerDVD. An incorrectly installed DAT file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

Windows 10


Files Related to syncSetting.dat


DAT Files Related to syncSetting.dat

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
perfc009.dat Game Data CyberLink PowerDVD 19 244722 C:\WINDOWS\Tasks\
settings.dat Game Data CyberLink PowerDVD 19 262144 C:\Windows\System32\
switchInfo.dat Game Data CyberLink PowerDVD 19 20 C:\Windows\Temp\527D94AF-D053-4381-B105-0D815D5...
risLog_00000000.dat Game Data CyberLink PowerDVD 19 5064 C:\Windows\System32\en-US\
cache.dat Game Data CyberLink PowerDVD 19 552392 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\

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File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
setupact.log Log CyberLink YouCam 8 103 C:\Windows\
setupact.log Log CyberLink Media Suite 13 40328 C:\$WINDOWS.~BT\Sources\Panther\
setupact.log Log CyberLink Media Suite 13 15472 C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
setupact.log Log CyberLink PowerDVD 19 16387 C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
SA.DAT Game Data CyberLink PowerDirector 18 6 C:\WINDOWS\Tasks\


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