Downloading and Repairing OSSelectorSetup.exe

Last Updated: 12/09/2024
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OSSelectorSetup.exe is considered a type of OS Selector file. It is most-commonly used in Installation developed by Acronis. It uses the EXE file extension and is considered a Win32 EXE (Dynamic link library) file.

OSSelectorSetup.exe was initially released with Acronis Disk Director Home 11 on 06/22/2010 for the Windows 10 Operating System. According to our records, this is the primary and most recent file release from Acronis.

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

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File Overview


General Information
File Name: OSSelectorSetup.exe
File Extension: EXE file extension
Description: OS Selector
Object File Type: Dynamic link library
Comments: Acronis OS Selector Installation
File Operating System: Win32
MIME Type: application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:
 
Developer and Software Information
Software Developer: Acronis
Software Program: Installation
Legal Copyright: Copyright (C) 2000-2010 Acronis
File Details
Character Set: Unicode
Language Code: English (U.S.)
File Flags: (none)
File Flags Mask: 0x003f
Entry Point: 0x1f623e
Code Size: 2957312


What are OSSelectorSetup.exe Error Messages?


OSSelectorSetup.exe Runtime Errors

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

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

Some of the most common OSSelectorSetup.exe errors include:

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


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

Step 2: If recently installed Acronis Disk Director Home (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Acronis Disk Director Home software.

You can uninstall Acronis Disk Director Home 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 Acronis Disk Director Home 11 and click "Uninstall"
  5. Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Acronis Disk Director Home software.

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

Acronis Disk Director Home 11

Acronis

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


CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying OSSelectorSetup.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. Acronis typically does not release Acronis Disk Director Home 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 OSSelectorSetup.exe and all other EXE files for Acronis Disk Director Home. 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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