Fix, Download, and Update Devcon64.exe

Last Updated: 11/30/2024
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devcon64.exe, also known as a Windows Setup API file, was created by GridinSoft LLC for the development of Microsoft® Windows® Operating System. EXE files fall under under the Win64 EXE (Dynamic link library) file type category.

The initial introduction of devcon64.exe released in GridinSoft Anti-Malware 4.1.18 was for Windows 10 on 12/17/2019. This file version is latest update offered from GridinSoft LLC, according to our records.

This article discusses complete file details, EXE file troubleshooting instructions for problems with devcon64.exe, and a comprehensive set of free downloads for every file version that has been catalogued by our team.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: devcon64.exe
File Extension: EXE file extension
Description: Windows Setup API
Object File Type: Dynamic link library
File Operating System: Windows NT 32-bit
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Microsoft Corporation
Software Program: Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Legal Copyright: © Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x6710
Code Size: 24064


What are devcon64.exe Error Messages?


devcon64.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are GridinSoft Anti-Malware errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when devcon64.exe is attempted to be loaded either when GridinSoft Anti-Malware is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using GridinSoft Anti-Malware.

In most cases, devcon64.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these devcon64.exe error messages mean that GridinSoft Anti-Malware was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, GridinSoft Anti-Malware will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common devcon64.exe errors include:

  • devcon64.exe - Bad Image.
  • devcon64.exe Application Error.
  • devcon64.exe could not be found.
  • devcon64.exe could not be installed.
  • devcon64.exe could not be launched. Class not registered.
  • devcon64.exe could not be started.
  • devcon64.exe failed to initialize properly.
  • devcon64.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
  • devcon64.exe is not a valid Win32 application.
  • devcon64.exe is not running.
  • Cannot find devcon64.exe.
  • Error starting program: devcon64.exe.
  • Faulting Application Path: devcon64.exe.
  • The file devcon64.exe is missing or corrupt.
  • Windows failed to start - devcon64.exe.
System Error


The program can’t start because devcon64.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 devcon64.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting devcon64.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using Microsoft® Windows® Operating System. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of Microsoft Corporation, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of devcon64.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.



How to Fix devcon64.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 devcon64.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):

  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 devcon64.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed GridinSoft Anti-Malware (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling GridinSoft Anti-Malware software.

You can uninstall GridinSoft Anti-Malware 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 GridinSoft Anti-Malware 4.1.18 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall GridinSoft Anti-Malware software.

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

GridinSoft Anti-Malware 4.1.18

GridinSoft 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 devcon64.exe 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 devcon64.exe 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 devcon64.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 devcon64.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free devcon64.exe files for every applicable version of GridinSoft Anti-Malware. 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 devcon64.exe Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate GridinSoft Anti-Malware folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files\GridinSoft Anti-Malware\
  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 devcon64.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.



Download devcon64.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying devcon64.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. GridinSoft LLC typically does not release GridinSoft Anti-Malware 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 devcon64.exe and all other EXE files for GridinSoft Anti-Malware. An incorrectly installed EXE file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

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EXE Files Related to devcon64.exe

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FileSyncHelper.exe Microsoft OneDriveFileSyncHelper Microsoft OneDrive (19.192.0926.0012) 2133352 C:\Users\Bill\AppData\Local\
gtkmgmtc.exe Anti-Malware Manager Gridinsoft Anti-Malware (64-bit) (4.1.20) 2281896 C:\WINDOWS\Help\
uninst.exe GridinSoft Anti-Malware 4.1.20 Uninstaller GridinSoft Anti-Malware (4.1.20) 126264 C:\Program Files\Common Files\Microsoft Shared\...
gsam.exe Anti-Malware Gridinsoft Anti-Malware (64-bit) (4.1.20) 21602728 C:\WINDOWS\Help\
certutil.exe Windows Executable GridinSoft Anti-Malware 4.1.18 190464 C:\Windows\inf\

Other Files Related to devcon64.exe

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
setupact.log Log GridinSoft Anti-Malware 4.1.18 27062 C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
WmiApRpl.ini Windows Initialization GridinSoft Anti-Malware 4.1.18 29736 C:\Windows\inf\WmiApRpl\0009\
WmiApRpl.h C/C++/Objective-C Header GridinSoft Anti-Malware 4.1.18 3444 C:\Windows\System32\wbem\Performance\
api-ms-win-core-profil... ApiSet Stub DLL Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (10.0.17134.12) 10600 C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\OneDriv...
EtwRTEventLog-Applicat... Microsoft Event Trace Log GridinSoft Anti-Malware 4.1.18 2176 C:\Windows\System32\LogFiles\WMI\RtBackup\


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