How to Update, Download, and Fix Dispdiag.exe

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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Display Diagnostics files such as dispdiag.exe utilize the EXE file extension. This file is considered a Win32 EXE (Executable application) file, and was first created by Microsoft for the Microsoft® Windows® Operating System software package.

The first version of dispdiag.exe for Windows Vista was introduced on 11/08/2006 in Windows Vista. The newest file release date for Windows 10 was 07/29/2015 [version 10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)]. dispdiag.exe is bundled with the software package in Windows 10, Windows Vista, and Windows 8.1.

In this short article, you will discover detailed file information, steps for troubleshooting EXE file problems with dispdiag.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:	dispdiag.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
Description:	Display Diagnostics
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:	Neutral
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x12490
Code Size:	78848

View Other dispdiag.exe Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	92 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2017:03:18 18:19:32+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:	2085:05:11 11:33:25+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	14.10
Code Size:	78848
Initialized Data Size:	16384
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x12490
OS Version:	10.0
Image Version:	10.0
Subsystem Version:	10.0
Subsystem:	Windows command line
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:	Neutral
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Microsoft Corporation
File Description:	Display Diagnostics
File Version:	10.0.15063.0 (WinBuild.160101.0800)
Internal Name:	dispdiag.exe
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original Filename:	dispdiag.exe
Product Name:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version:	10.0.15063.0

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What are dispdiag.exe Error Messages?

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

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

System Error

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

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing dispdiag.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 dispdiag.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 dispdiag.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 dispdiag.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 dispdiag.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 dispdiag.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 dispdiag.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free dispdiag.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 dispdiag.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 dispdiag.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 dispdiag.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

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

dispdiag.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:	94720
File Date:	03/18/2017
MD5 Checksum:	dbe7d100c03b5f2a4e0067d8263764d3
SHA1 Checksum:	2201287139e3e65551b6e714fb8f093fd4111221
SHA256 Checksum:	ef76767222a977e28feaf3f139bf10d032082b5cea0872a69c534494124247c0
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	10.0
Initialized Data Size:	16384
Linker Version:	14.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	10.0
File Modification Date/Time:	03/18/2017

Windows Vista

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

dispdiag.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:	147456
File Date:	01/21/2008
MD5 Checksum:	16298da12b5935494716c954e4441fb2
SHA1 Checksum:	7f85e8f1681105aca43d7565886da1ffd2399920
SHA256 Checksum:	d7417e2e69c6a59c2af5cd917fd042f451b05813ae3a5eda397f42cb0d5916a5
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	6.0
Initialized Data Size:	25088
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	5.2
File Modification Date/Time:	01/21/2008

Windows 8.1

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

dispdiag.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:	67072
File Date:	11/21/2014
MD5 Checksum:	9a4f02731d65eefef5ffa1dbfd178164
SHA1 Checksum:	ab6b29366d106cf40989e7ed37b3690a5fb35c6f
SHA256 Checksum:	577d7e2d7cc9bd261590b2cd9d5e09fd1c716baa2e9c0e88543f19cd2ae9de75
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.3
Initialized Data Size:	12800
Linker Version:	11.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.3
File Modification Date/Time:	11/21/2014

Windows 8

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

dispdiag.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:	65536
File Date:	07/26/2012
MD5 Checksum:	bb8bafed375c8922d650faeb0d536c4c
SHA1 Checksum:	196788805dd2fc8f0a4eb306ce234777622929b9
SHA256 Checksum:	28cffb85179fd1867a245861b2d1cd96e2a0084f68394bcee6a3e5c5f13b17a4
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	6.2
Initialized Data Size:	13824
Linker Version:	10.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.2
File Modification Date/Time:	07/26/2012

Windows 7

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

dispdiag.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:	159232
File Date:	07/14/2009
MD5 Checksum:	81418288d97ad8fddee1a91538a85a6b
SHA1 Checksum:	321a42ebcbee9c7b0edfd84598f2eef0970986bb
SHA256 Checksum:	0ff283972c2e825e7230ab3e6eb2d2c5c41008e7aedf10f113bc7ddbf0757a30
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	6.1
Initialized Data Size:	27136
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows command line
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	07/14/2009

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