Microsoft Windows EXE DFDWiz.exe

How to Update, Download, and Fix DFDWiz.exe

Last Updated: 11/26/2024
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DFDWiz.exe, also known as a Windows Disk Diagnostic User Resolver file, was created by Microsoft for the development of Microsoft® Windows® Operating System. EXE files fall under under the Win32 EXE (Executable application) file type category.

DFDWiz.exe was first developed on 11/08/2006 in the Windows Vista Operating System for Windows Vista. The most recent version [file version 10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)] was introduced on 07/29/2015 for Windows 10. DFDWiz.exe is packaged with Windows 10, Windows 8.1, and Windows 8.

In this short article, you will discover detailed file information, steps for troubleshooting EXE file problems with DFDWiz.exe, and list of free downloads for every version that exists in our comprehensive file directory.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	DFDWiz.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
Description:	Windows Disk Diagnostic User Resolver
Object File Type:	Executable application
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:	0x7cc0
Code Size:	30720

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File Info	Description
File Size:	44 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:03:18 20:25:49+00:00
File Inode Change Date/Time:	2017:11:05 07:07:54+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Warning:	Possibly corrupt Version resource
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2022:05:31 02:19:15+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.10
Code Size:	30720
Initialized Data Size:	14336
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x7cc0
OS Version:	10.0
Image Version:	10.0
Subsystem Version:	10.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	10.0.15063.0
Product Version Number:	10.0.15063.0
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Windows NT 32-bit
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Microsoft Corporation
File Description:	Windows Disk Diagnostic User Resolver
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
Internal Name:	DFDWiz.exe
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original Filename:	DFDWiz.exe
Product Name:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version:	10.0.15063.0

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What are DFDWiz.exe Error Messages?

DFDWiz.exe Runtime Errors

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

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

Some of the most common DFDWiz.exe errors include:

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

System Error

The program can’t start because DFDWiz.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 DFDWiz.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting DFDWiz.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 DFDWiz.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 DFDWiz.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 DFDWiz.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 DFDWiz.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing DFDWiz.exe file.

System File Checker is a utility included with every Windows version that allows you scan and restore corrupted system files. Use the SFC tool to fix missing or corrupt DFDWiz.exe files (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "cmd" but DO NOT PRESS "ENTER".
Press and hold "CTRL-Shift" on your keyboard while pressing "ENTER".
You'll be prompted with a permission dialog box.
In the box, click "YES".
You should have a black screen with a blinking cursor.
In that black screen, type "sfc /scannow" and hit "ENTER".
SFC will begin scanning for DFDWiz.exe issues and any other system file problems.
Follow any on-screen commands to complete the process.

Please be aware that this scan might take a while, so please be patient while it is working.

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

sfc /scannow

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

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download DFDWiz.exe Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy the file into the appropriate directory for your Windows version:

Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\

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 DFDWiz.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 DFDWiz.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying DFDWiz.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. Microsoft typically does not release Windows 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 DFDWiz.exe and all other EXE files for Windows. 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

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

DFDWiz.exe

10.0.15063.0

10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	10.0.15063.0
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
File Size:	45568
File Date:	03/18/2017
MD5 Checksum:	84082e0644e8671e952951ca8134704c
SHA1 Checksum:	bc91c7d9c20ae51d2cfc5b3325d235138bfb0379
SHA256 Checksum:	e7406e3e8db859a404ec9977583bf3f46b9861a3c556dfc705dacddde0573e3e
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	14336
Linker Version:	14.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	10.0
File Modification Date/Time:	03/18/2017

Windows Vista

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

DFDWiz.exe

6.0.6001.18000

6.0.6001.18000 (longhorn_rtm.080118-1840)

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.0.6001.18000
File Version:	6.0.6001.18000 (longhorn_rtm.080118-1840)
File Size:	78848
File Date:	01/21/2008
MD5 Checksum:	cb3c6c5396e98d6379b0e522b4d94911
SHA1 Checksum:	9c1e31534d0bb95de15585e63d6aa1795c3903a4
SHA256 Checksum:	f96df8cebbdafa8d1dc213a1e0640582dd4f26157a1282268d90a45e9f1407af
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	6.0
Initialized Data Size:	12288
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	01/21/2008

Windows 8.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

DFDWiz.exe

6.3.9600.17415

6.3.9600.17415 (winblue_r4.141028-1500)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8.1
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.3.9600.17415
File Version:	6.3.9600.17415 (winblue_r4.141028-1500)
File Size:	67584
File Date:	11/21/2014
MD5 Checksum:	25478df993f9f65cecf4b054a0b38324
SHA1 Checksum:	6c1bdde9a8d627b86f2b52608733dd466d45af84
SHA256 Checksum:	fca267a009414dd015363f82d8402b5b38a59d0ef006a0d62d02d9b0325f8268
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.3
Initialized Data Size:	17408
Linker Version:	11.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.3
File Modification Date/Time:	11/21/2014

Windows 8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

DFDWiz.exe

6.2.9200.16384

6.2.9200.16384 (win8_rtm.120725-1247)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 8
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.2.9200.16384
File Version:	6.2.9200.16384 (win8_rtm.120725-1247)
File Size:	66048
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	f9a1f7c7fd17d23ff388d9d774575aba
SHA1 Checksum:	c7bf1dc29555cc263ab7e20d1531a7c47680f40c
SHA256 Checksum:	c16bffc04a3e827d0aaaa79c98d08ec83e96c25a74dc522f71be237a80fa6146
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.2
Initialized Data Size:	17920
Linker Version:	10.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.2
File Modification Date/Time:	07/26/2012

Windows 7

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

DFDWiz.exe

6.1.7600.16385

6.1.7600.16385 (win7_rtm.090713-1255)

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 7
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	6.1.7600.16385
File Version:	6.1.7600.16385 (win7_rtm.090713-1255)
File Size:	79360
File Date:	07/14/2009
MD5 Checksum:	4a3bd2bb1b55c39ab71ef4c9b9dce815
SHA1 Checksum:	1d090f4c9c7234aeaf52e13cdec075164ff3d0fa
SHA256 Checksum:	42761cbb8d72595c61fb6e52699fe3fb609509582b7055490ffb8fd31d09c996
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	6.1
Initialized Data Size:	11776
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.1
File Modification Date/Time:	07/14/2009

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