IObit Advanced SystemCare Pro EXE ASCTray.exe

How to Download ASCTray.exe and Fix EXE Error Messages

Last Updated: 11/27/2024
[Time to Read: ~3-5 minutes]

ASCTray.exe uses the EXE file extension, which is more specifically known as a Advanced SystemCare Tray file. It is classified as a Win32 EXE (Executable application) file, created for Advanced SystemCare by IObit.

The first release in the Windows 10 Operating System for ASCTray.exe was on 05/30/2019 inside Advanced SystemCare Ultimate 12.1.0.120. The most recent version [file version 12.0.0.581] was introduced on 03/01/2019 for Advanced SystemCare Pro 12.2.0.314.

Continue reading below to discover detailed file information, EXE file troubleshooting, and free downloads of several versions of ASCTray.exe.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	ASCTray.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
Description:	Advanced SystemCare Tray
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:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x2078b8
Code Size:	2124288

View Other ASCTray.exe Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	3.3 MB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:11:27 16:10:12+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2019:09:09 04:09:30+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	2.25
Code Size:	2124288
Initialized Data Size:	1281536
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x2078b8
OS Version:	5.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	5.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	12.0.0.581
Product Version Number:	12.0.0.581
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
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 Tray
File Version:	12.0.0.581
Internal Name:
Legal Copyright:	© IObit. All rights reserved.
Product Name:	Advanced SystemCare
Product Version:	12.0.0
Comments:
Legal Trademarks:	IObit

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What are ASCTray.exe Error Messages?

ASCTray.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 ASCTray.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, ASCTray.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these ASCTray.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 ASCTray.exe errors include:

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

System Error

The program can’t start because ASCTray.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 ASCTray.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting ASCTray.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 ASCTray.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 ASCTray.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 ASCTray.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 ASCTray.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 ASCTray.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 ASCTray.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 ASCTray.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 ASCTray.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free ASCTray.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 ASCTray.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 ASCTray.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 ASCTray.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying ASCTray.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 ASCTray.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

ASCTray.exe

12.0.0.581

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Advanced SystemCare
Software Version:	12.0.0.581
File Version:	12.0.0.581
File Size:	3419920
File Date:	11/27/2019
MD5 Checksum:	f528ca24d067cebf9e070b37facd61e7
SHA1 Checksum:	a984cc0cf18898d34830026406e533f4be97a9c4
SHA256 Checksum:	6f528e9617f77c8c622d27a72013b806a0d33b3a1124f650c21322a54028a81f
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:	1281536
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

ASCTray.exe

12.0.0.581

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Advanced SystemCare
Software Version:	12.0.0.581
File Version:	12.0.0.581
File Size:	3419920
File Date:	11/27/2019
MD5 Checksum:	f528ca24d067cebf9e070b37facd61e7
SHA1 Checksum:	a984cc0cf18898d34830026406e533f4be97a9c4
SHA256 Checksum:	6f528e9617f77c8c622d27a72013b806a0d33b3a1124f650c21322a54028a81f
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:	1281536
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 Ultimate 12.1.0.120

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

ASCTray.exe

12.0.0.479

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Advanced SystemCare Ultimate
Software Version:	12.0.0.479
File Version:	12.0.0.479
File Size:	3523344
File Date:	10/23/2019
MD5 Checksum:	10bc020426df2fbce0be019901ab3eb2
SHA1 Checksum:	fcbddaa66f40fa4130be8d36f1499d2fe042d4e0
SHA256 Checksum:	c49fd8e4686820d6bb351832399d54d78e67a41f8e13382bb33d0265f0bd4281
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:	1370112
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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Sessions.back.xml	Extensible Markup Language	Driver Booster 7.0.2.435	5277233	C:\Windows\servicing\Sessions\
system.ini	Windows Initialization	Advanced SystemCare Free 12.6.0.368	58	C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare\
system.ini	Windows Initialization	Advanced SystemCare Pro 12.2.0.314	58	C:\Program Files (x86)\IObit\Advanced SystemCare\
setupact.log	Log	Advanced SystemCare Free 12.6.0.368	1401370	C:\Windows\Logs\DPX\
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