How to Repair DeviceMonitor.exe (Free Download)

Last Updated: 12/01/2024
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DeviceMonitor.exe uses the EXE file extension, which is more specifically known as a DeviceMonitor MFC Application file. It is classified as a Win32 EXE (Executable application) file, created for DeviceMonitor Application by Palm.

The first release in the Windows 10 Operating System for DeviceMonitor.exe was on 11/30/2008 inside Palm Desktop 6.2. This is not only most recent release from Palm, but it's the only version known in existence.

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

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: DeviceMonitor.exe
File Extension: EXE file extension
Description: DeviceMonitor MFC Application
Object File Type: Executable application
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Program: DeviceMonitor Application
Legal Copyright: Copyright (C) 2003
Developer: Palm
Software: Palm Desktop
Software Version: 6.2
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x266a
Code Size: 8192


What are DeviceMonitor.exe Error Messages?


DeviceMonitor.exe Runtime Errors

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

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

Some of the most common DeviceMonitor.exe errors include:

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


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

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

You can uninstall Palm Desktop 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 Palm Desktop 6.2 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Palm Desktop software.

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

Palm Desktop 6.2

Palm

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


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

Windows 10


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EXE Files Related to DeviceMonitor.exe

File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
Palm_1219.exe Palm Desktop by ACCESS Application Palm Desktop by ACCESS (6.2.2) 806912 C:\Windows\Prefetch\ReadyBoot\
MpSigStub.exe Microsoft Malware Protection Signature Update Stub Microsoft Malware Protection (1.1.16500.1) 748816 C:\Windows\inf\
Instapp.exe Install Tool Application Palm OS Desktop (7.0.1) 114688 C:\Windows\PolicyDefinitions\
DeviceMonitor.exe DeviceMonitor MFC Application DeviceMonitor Application (1, 0, 0, 1) 28747 C:\Windows\PolicyDefinitions\
Palm.exe Palm™ Desktop by ACCESS Application Palm™ Desktop by ACCESS (6.2.2) 806912 C:\Windows\Prefetch\

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File Name Description Software Program (Version) File Size (bytes) File Location
setupact.log Log Palm Desktop 6.2 62521 C:\Windows\Panther\UnattendGC\
setupapi.dev.log Log Palm Desktop 6.2 690427 C:\Windows\inf\
WmiApRpl.h C/C++/Objective-C Header Palm Desktop 6.2 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...
diagerr.xml Extensible Markup Language Palm Desktop 6.2 5718 C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\


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