MAINCTRL.EXE - Download and Fix Runtime Errors

Last Updated: 11/27/2023
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EXE files such as MAINCTRL.EXE are categorized as Win32 EXE (Executable application) files. As a Silence Install Control Center file, it was created for use in Silence Install Control Center by Acer Inc..

The first version of MAINCTRL.EXE was released for the Windows 10 Operating System on 06/25/2006 inside WLan Driver 802.11n Rel. 4.80.28.7.zip 4.80.28.7. This file marks the latest update from Acer Inc., according to our records.

Please see below for more detailed information, EXE file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of MAINCTRL.EXE.

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: MAINCTRL.EXE
File Extension: EXE file extension
Description: Silence Install Control Center
Object File Type: Executable application
Comments: Build by Che-Ming Lu <alfred.lu@foxconn.com>
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: HON HAI PRECISION IND. CO., LTD.
Software Program: Silence Install Control Center
Legal Copyright: Copyright (C) 2002 -- 2004
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: Private build
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x1336f
Code Size: 225280


What are MAINCTRL.EXE Error Messages?


MAINCTRL.EXE Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are WLan Driver 802.11n Rel. 4.80.28.7.zip errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when MAINCTRL.EXE is attempted to be loaded either when WLan Driver 802.11n Rel. 4.80.28.7.zip is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using WLan Driver 802.11n Rel. 4.80.28.7.zip.

In most cases, MAINCTRL.EXE runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these MAINCTRL.EXE error messages mean that WLan Driver 802.11n Rel. 4.80.28.7.zip was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, WLan Driver 802.11n Rel. 4.80.28.7.zip will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common MAINCTRL.EXE errors include:

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


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

Step 2: If recently installed WLan Driver 802.11n Rel. 4.80.28.7.zip (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling WLan Driver 802.11n Rel. 4.80.28.7.zip software.

You can uninstall WLan Driver 802.11n Rel. 4.80.28.7.zip 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 WLan Driver 802.11n Rel. 4.80.28.7.zip 4.80.28.7 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall WLan Driver 802.11n Rel. 4.80.28.7.zip software.

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

WLan Driver 802.11n Rel. 4.80.28.7.zip 4.80.28.7

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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 MAINCTRL.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 MAINCTRL.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 MAINCTRL.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 MAINCTRL.EXE file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free MAINCTRL.EXE files for every applicable version of WLan Driver 802.11n Rel. 4.80.28.7.zip. 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 MAINCTRL.EXE Files".
  2. Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
  3. Copy this file to the appropriate WLan Driver 802.11n Rel. 4.80.28.7.zip folder location:
    Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Broadcom\WirelessBCM MIMO\Install\
  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 MAINCTRL.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 MAINCTRL.EXE Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying MAINCTRL.EXE to your appropriate Windows system directory. Acer Inc. typically does not release WLan Driver 802.11n Rel. 4.80.28.7.zip 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 MAINCTRL.EXE and all other EXE files for WLan Driver 802.11n Rel. 4.80.28.7.zip. 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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