Setup_config.dat - Download and Fix Errors

Last Updated: 12/19/2024
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Game Data files such as setup_config.dat utilize the DAT file extension. This file is considered a Dynamic Link Library (Game Data) file, and was first created by Tangysoft for the UseNext by Tangysoft 5.64 software package.

The initial introduction of setup_config.dat released in UseNext by Tangysoft 5.64 was for Windows 10 on 03/12/2015. This file marks the latest update from Tangysoft, according to our records.

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

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: setup_config.dat
File Extension: DAT file extension
File Type: Dynamic Link Library
Description: Game Data
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: UseNext by Tangysoft 5.64
Developer: Tangysoft
Software: UseNext by Tangysoft
Software Version: 5.64
File Details
File Size (Bytes): 18
Oldest File Date: 12/18/2019
Latest File Date: 12/18/2019


What are setup_config.dat Error Messages?


Dynamic Link Library setup_config.dat Errors

setup_config.dat is considered a type of Dynamic Link Library (DLL) file. Dynamic Link Library files, like setup_config.dat, are essentially a "guide book" that stores information and instructions for executable (EXE) files - like FileCoAuth.exe - to follow. These files were created so that multiple programs (eg. UseNext by Tangysoft) could share the same setup_config.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 setup_config.dat is attempted to be loaded either when UseNext by Tangysoft is starting up, or in some cases already running. Some of the most common setup_config.dat errors include:

Your setup_config.dat file could be missing due to accidental deletion, uninstalled as a shared file of another program (shared with UseNext by Tangysoft), or deleted by a malware infection. Furthermore, setup_config.dat file corruption could be caused from a power outage when loading UseNext by Tangysoft, system crash while loading setup_config.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 setup_config.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 setup_config.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 setup_config.dat error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

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

You can uninstall UseNext by Tangysoft 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 UseNext by Tangysoft 5.64 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall UseNext by Tangysoft software.

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

UseNext by Tangysoft 5.64

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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 setup_config.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 setup_config.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 setup_config.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 setup_config.dat file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free setup_config.dat files for every applicable version of UseNext by Tangysoft. 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_config.dat Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate UseNext by Tangysoft folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\UseNeXT\
  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_config.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 setup_config.dat Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


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

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File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
settings.dat Game Data UseNext by Tangysoft 5.64 262144 C:\Windows\System32\
ntuser.dat Game Data UseNext by Tangysoft 5.64 1310720 C:\Windows\inf\
ntuser.dat Game Data UseNext by Tangysoft 5.64 262144 C:\Windows\inf\
StartUnifiedTileModelC... Game Data UseNext by Tangysoft 5.64 44426 C:\Program Files\Common Files\microsoft shared\...
9WZDNCRFHVQM.dat Game Data UseNext by Tangysoft 5.64 477 C:\Windows\Temp\3AEAC043-C634-430B-A79D-6B2DF57...

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File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
setupapi.dev.log Log UseNext by Tangysoft 5.64 684126 C:\Windows\inf\
WmiApRpl.h C/C++/Objective-C Header UseNext by Tangysoft 5.64 3444 C:\Windows\System32\wbem\Performance\
diagerr.xml Extensible Markup Language UseNext by Tangysoft 5.64 44109 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
EtwRTEventLog-System.etl Microsoft Event Trace Log UseNext by Tangysoft 5.64 432 C:\Windows\System32\LogFiles\WMI\RtBackup\
api-ms-win-core-rtlsup... ApiSet Stub DLL Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12) 10600 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...


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