IObit Advanced SystemCare Pro EXE ASC.exe

Troubleshoot ASC.exe Issues (Free Download)

Last Updated: 11/27/2023
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Advanced SystemCare 12 files, such as ASC.exe, are considered a type of Win32 EXE (Executable application) file. They are associated with the EXE file extension, developed by IObit for Advanced SystemCare.

The initial introduction of ASC.exe released in Advanced SystemCare Free 12.6.0.368 was for Windows 10 on 09/12/2019. The latest file update released for Advanced SystemCare Pro 12.2.0.314 was on 03/01/2019 [file version 12.6.0.368].

Please see below for more detailed information, EXE file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of ASC.exe.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	ASC.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
Description:	Advanced SystemCare 12
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	IObit
Software Program:	Advanced SystemCare
Legal Copyright:	© IObit. All rights reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	Windows, Latin1
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	Pre-release
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x558460
Code Size:	5599232

View Other ASC.exe Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	8.3 MB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:11:27 16:10:09+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2019:09:27 07:59:30+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	2.25
Code Size:	5599232
Initialized Data Size:	3125760
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x558460
OS Version:	5.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	5.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	12.6.0.368
Product Version Number:	12.6.0.368
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	Pre-release
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Windows, Latin1
Company Name:	IObit
File Description:	Advanced SystemCare 12
File Version:	12.6.0.368
Internal Name:	ASC
Legal Copyright:	© IObit. All rights reserved.
Product Name:	Advanced SystemCare
Product Version:	12.6.0
Comments:
Legal Trademarks:	IObit

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What are ASC.exe Error Messages?

ASC.exe Runtime Errors

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

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

Some of the most common ASC.exe errors include:

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

System Error

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

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

You can uninstall Advanced SystemCare Pro 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 Advanced SystemCare Pro 12.2.0.314 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Advanced SystemCare Pro software.

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

Advanced SystemCare Pro 12.2.0.314

IObit

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 ASC.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 ASC.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 ASC.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 ASC.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free ASC.exe files for every applicable version of Advanced SystemCare Pro. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download ASC.exe Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Advanced SystemCare Pro folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare Ultimate\
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 ASC.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 ASC.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

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

Advanced SystemCare Pro 12.2.0.314

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

ASC.exe

12.6.0.368

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Advanced SystemCare
Software Version:	12.6.0.368
File Version:	12.6.0.368
File Size:	8739088
File Date:	11/27/2019
MD5 Checksum:	e89575e2f64770da805adce96a58e0f4
SHA1 Checksum:	bd890eef1c48185cd71da69c400ac9258ec7ffa9
SHA256 Checksum:	754fdc3906e6a24ba76cbba00d77e16fee1ed47b14600a23081d64bdf9e6a6e7
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	3125760
Linker Version:	2.25
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.0
File Modification Date/Time:	11/27/2019

Advanced SystemCare Free 12.6.0.368

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

ASC.exe

12.6.0.368

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Advanced SystemCare
Software Version:	12.6.0.368
File Version:	12.6.0.368
File Size:	8737040
File Date:	10/02/2019
MD5 Checksum:	bc34d734357c2a8ecc781ec528541905
SHA1 Checksum:	07c74e0d54e02c4af87aba7a8817eb041a45f942
SHA256 Checksum:	bd9d36202ebbb70ab34d22866d854c6650040a5a7f3b671007e4c9dfbe889cf9
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	3124224
Linker Version:	2.25
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.0
File Modification Date/Time:	10/02/2019

Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 12.1.0.120

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

ASC.exe

12.3.0.160

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Advanced SystemCare Ultimate
Software Version:	12.3.0.160
File Version:	12.3.0.160
File Size:	8707344
File Date:	10/23/2019
MD5 Checksum:	73a76c46313f93ddffecfbc7e6463655
SHA1 Checksum:	2990c6d0b2bb37cbf25354bb888ddf3e68797947
SHA256 Checksum:	a27aba6c371133432cab5f78ba3df0ad592df83859ffe0ad4ff2435b728fe788
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCa ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	3083776
Linker Version:	2.25
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.0
File Modification Date/Time:	10/23/2019

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Files Related to ASC.exe

EXE Files Related to ASC.exe

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
RescueCenter.exe	Rescue Center	Advanced SystemCare (12.0)	2250512	C:\Program Files (x86)\Songbird\xulrunner\
FileSyncHelper.exe	Microsoft OneDriveFileSyncHelper	Microsoft OneDrive (19.192.0926.0012)	2133352	C:\Users\Bill\AppData\Local\
FF_SPNativeMessage.exe	Surfing Protection Native Message Application	Surfing Protection (11.0.0.0)	1505040	C:\Program Files (x86)\Security Task Manager\
StartupInfo.exe	Startup Information	Advanced SystemCare (12.0.0.0)	543504	C:\Program Files (x86)\Adobe\Adobe Captivate 20...
MpSigStub.exe	Microsoft Malware Protection Signature Update Stub	Microsoft Malware Protection (1.1.16500.1)	748816	C:\Windows\inf\

Other Files Related to ASC.exe

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
CBS.log	Log	IObit Toolbox 1.2	972712	C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\
setuperr.log	Log	IObit Toolbox 1.2	23532	C:\Windows\Logs\DPX\
system.ini	Windows Initialization	Advanced SystemCare Free 12.6.0.368	58	C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare\
setupact.log	Log	Advanced SystemCare Free 12.6.0.368	60976	C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
setupact.log	Log	Advanced SystemCare Free 12.6.0.368	9604	C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\

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