Apple Apple QuickTime Player EXE SoftwareUpdate.exe

3 Steps to Download and Fix SoftwareUpdate.exe Errors

Last Updated: 11/25/2023
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EXE files such as SoftwareUpdate.exe are categorized as Win32 EXE (Executable application) files. As a Apple Software Update file, it was created for use in Apple Software Update by Apple.

SoftwareUpdate.exe was initially released with Glary Utilities 5.128.0.153 on 09/23/2019 for the Windows 10 Operating System. The most recent version [file version 2.1.3] was introduced on 01/07/2016 for Apple QuickTime Player 7.7.9.

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

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	SoftwareUpdate.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
Description:	Apple Software Update
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Operating System:	Win32
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Developer:	Apple Inc.
Software Program:	Apple Software Update
Legal Copyright:	(c) 2006-2011 Apple Inc. All rights reserved.

File Details
Character Set:	Unicode
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x0017
Entry Point:	0x3d832
Code Size:	350720

View Other SoftwareUpdate.exe Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	549 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2019:10:24 12:14:20+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2011:06:02 00:46:18+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	9.0
Code Size:	350720
Initialized Data Size:	204800
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x3d832
OS Version:	5.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	5.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	2.1.3.127
Product Version Number:	2.1.3.127
File Flags Mask:	0x0017
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Win32
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Apple Inc.
File Description:	Apple Software Update
File Version:	2.1.3
Internal Name:	Apple Software Update
Legal Copyright:	(c) 2006-2011 Apple Inc. All rights reserved.
Product Name:	Apple Software Update
Product Version:	2.1.3

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What are SoftwareUpdate.exe Error Messages?

SoftwareUpdate.exe Runtime Errors

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

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

Some of the most common SoftwareUpdate.exe errors include:

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

System Error

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

Step 2: If recently installed Apple QuickTime Player (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling Apple QuickTime Player software.

You can uninstall Apple QuickTime Player software by following these instructions (Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10):

Hit the Windows Start button
In the search box, type "Uninstall" and press "ENTER".
In the search results, find and click "Add or Remove Programs"
Find the entry for Apple QuickTime Player 7.7.9 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall Apple QuickTime Player software.

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

Apple QuickTime Player 7.7.9

Apple

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

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download SoftwareUpdate.exe Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate Apple QuickTime Player folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Apple Software Update\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Glary Utilities 5\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files (x86)\Apple Software Update\
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 SoftwareUpdate.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 SoftwareUpdate.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

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

Apple QuickTime Player 7.7.9

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

SoftwareUpdate.exe

2.1.3.127

2.1.3

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Apple Software Update
Software Version:	2.1.3.127
File Version:	2.1.3
File Size:	561984
File Date:	10/24/2019
MD5 Checksum:	34ebd4ff6a24d86bb4716d6afcc1a89b
SHA1 Checksum:	9b5c1dd5c2f7c30a6a303c036406acf4d6be48e0
SHA256 Checksum:	70de40de41b9de3b0263b063bbf54e8e5af9860a1379b5d05e9b0a36ee604f62
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Apple Software Update\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	204800
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.0
File Modification Date/Time:	10/24/2019

Glary Utilities 5.128.0.153

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

SoftwareUpdate.exe

5.0.0.1

5.0.0.45

64-bit (x64)

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OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Glary Utilties
Software Version:	5.0.0.1
File Version:	5.0.0.45
File Size:	633848
File Date:	10/04/2019
MD5 Checksum:	a6c877a9d399f9b6720f76fe09a7773c
SHA1 Checksum:	d986c548d464b085add17e6e23398f9394fa41fa
SHA256 Checksum:	59f709912eddccc64320b02fd4f4fce7b174d9566b19a36e0e04d3c026cfa6ab
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Glary Utilities 5\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	188416
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.0
File Modification Date/Time:	10/04/2019

Apple Safari 5.1.7

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

SoftwareUpdate.exe

2.1.3.127

2.1.3

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
Software:	Apple Software Update
Software Version:	2.1.3.127
File Version:	2.1.3
File Size:	561984
File Date:	10/24/2019
MD5 Checksum:	34ebd4ff6a24d86bb4716d6afcc1a89b
SHA1 Checksum:	9b5c1dd5c2f7c30a6a303c036406acf4d6be48e0
SHA256 Checksum:	70de40de41b9de3b0263b063bbf54e8e5af9860a1379b5d05e9b0a36ee604f62
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files (x86)\Apple Software Update\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	204800
Linker Version:	9.0
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.0
File Modification Date/Time:	10/24/2019

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CBS.log	Log	Apple QuickTime Player 7.7.9	10475539	C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\
setupact.log	Log	Apple QuickTime Player 7.7.9	9604	C:\Windows\System32\Sysprep\Panther\
setupapi.dev.log	Log	Apple QuickTime Player 7.7.9	683894	C:\Windows\inf\
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