W32.exe Runtime Errors: Download and Troubleshoot

Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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EXE files such as w32.exe are categorized as Win32 EXE (Windows Executable) files. As a Windows Executable file, it was created for use in PASW Statistics 18 by SPSS Inc.

The initial introduction of w32.exe released in GIMP 2.10.12 was for Windows 10 on 06/12/2019. The latest file update released for PASW Statistics 18 was on 10/09/2009 [file version 18].

Please see below for more detailed information, EXE file troubleshooting instructions, and free downloads of different versions of w32.exe.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	w32.exe
File Extension:	EXE file extension
File Type:	Executable Application
Description:	Windows Executable
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
User Popularity Rating:

Developer and Software Information
Software Program:	PASW Statistics 18
Developer:	SPSS Inc
Software:	PASW Statistics
Software Version:	18

File Details
Entry Point:	0x2895
Code Size:	48128

View Other w32.exe Information

File Info	Description
File Size:	86 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2020:02:07 12:16:02+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2014:07:17 18:51:28+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	9.0
Code Size:	48128
Initialized Data Size:	39424
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x2895
OS Version:	5.0
Image Version:	0.0
Subsystem Version:	5.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI

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What are w32.exe Error Messages?

w32.exe Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are PASW Statistics errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these EXE errors are triggered when w32.exe is attempted to be loaded either when PASW Statistics is starting up, or in some cases already running. Runtime errors are the most common form of EXE error you will encounter using PASW Statistics.

In most cases, w32.exe runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these w32.exe error messages mean that PASW Statistics was either unable to locate this file on startup, or the file is corrupt, resulting in a prematurely-aborted startup process. Generally, PASW Statistics will be unable to start without resolving these errors.

Some of the most common w32.exe errors include:

w32.exe - Bad Image.
w32.exe Application Error.
w32.exe could not be found.
w32.exe could not be installed.
w32.exe could not be launched. Class not registered.
w32.exe could not be started.
w32.exe failed to initialize properly.
w32.exe has encountered a problem and needs to close. We are sorry for the inconvenience.
w32.exe is not a valid Win32 application.
w32.exe is not running.
Cannot find w32.exe.
Error starting program: w32.exe.
Faulting Application Path: w32.exe.
The file w32.exe is missing or corrupt.
Windows failed to start - w32.exe.

System Error

The program can’t start because w32.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 w32.exe error is key to properly resolving these errors. Although most of these EXE errors affecting w32.exe will happen during startup, occasionally you will encounter a runtime error while using PASW Statistics 18. This can occur due to poor programming on behalf of SPSS Inc, conflicts with other software or 3rd-party plug-ins, or caused by damaged and outdated hardware. Also, these types of w32.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 w32.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 w32.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 w32.exe error, please proceed to the Step 2 below.

Step 2: If recently installed PASW Statistics (or related software), uninstall then try reinstalling PASW Statistics software.

You can uninstall PASW Statistics 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 PASW Statistics 18 and click "Uninstall"
Follow the prompts for uninstallation.

After the software has been fully uninstalled, restart your PC and reinstall PASW Statistics software.

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

PASW Statistics 18

SPSS Inc

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 w32.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 w32.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 w32.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 w32.exe file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free w32.exe files for every applicable version of PASW Statistics. Please follow the steps below to download and properly replace you file:

Locate your Windows operating system version in the list of below "Download w32.exe Files".
Click the appropriate "Download Now" button and download your Windows file version.
Copy this file to the appropriate PASW Statistics folder location:

Windows 10: C:\Program Files\GIMP 2\lib\python2.7\site-packages\distlib\
Windows 10: C:\Program Files\IBM\SPSS\Statistics\Subscription\Python3\Lib\site-packages\pip\_vendor\distlib\
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 w32.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 w32.exe Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

CAUTION : We strongly advise against downloading and copying w32.exe to your appropriate Windows system directory. SPSS Inc typically does not release PASW Statistics 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 w32.exe and all other EXE files for PASW Statistics. An incorrectly installed EXE file may create system instability and could cause your program or operating system to stop functioning altogether. Proceed with caution.

GIMP 2.10.12

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

w32.exe

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
File Size:	89088
File Date:	10/21/2019
MD5 Checksum:	42f46a6f259e99d257e54da4f0ef4a9a
SHA1 Checksum:	3ee6626d020b9e26a4645d2e390b11487b430bab
SHA256 Checksum:	66019f4f8f789e8d7530954bdc033db119ee4e2be31231243f169008cfdd4866
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\GIMP 2\lib\python2.7\site-pac ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	40448
Linker Version:	2.30
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	5.1
File Modification Date/Time:	10/21/2019

PASW Statistics 18

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

w32.exe

64-bit (x64)

Expand for Detailed File Information +

OS Version:	Windows 10
File Size:	88576
File Date:	02/07/2020
MD5 Checksum:	8a629fa901ed50f3dd7bba92b4535f03
SHA1 Checksum:	cb73af97341c347a20d1246cce906250c17eadf7
SHA256 Checksum:	78445153afe05dc55a435336b87011dc14d08ec3c8d126e2986c8c2c60c7ce9b
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Program Files\IBM\SPSS\Statistics\Subscript ...

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	0.0
Initialized Data Size:	39424
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:	02/07/2020

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File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
RConsole.exe	RConsole	IBM SPSS Products: Statistics Common (27.0.0.0.0)	22184	C:\Windows\System32\drivers\
cli-32.exe	Windows Executable	PASW Statistics 18	65536	C:\Windows\System32\IME\IMETC\
OneDrive.exe	Microsoft OneDrive	Microsoft OneDrive (19.222.1110.0006)	1584488	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\
wininst-8.0.exe	Windows Executable	PASW Statistics 18	61440	C:\Windows\System32\
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CBS.log	Log	PASW Statistics 18	1020225	C:\Windows\Logs\CBS\
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BootCKCL.etl	Microsoft Event Trace Log	PASW Statistics 18	18874368	C:\Windows\System32\wdi\LogFiles\

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