Microsoft Windows SCR logon.scr

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Last Updated: 11/26/2023
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logon.scr is considered a type of Logon Screen Saver file. It is most-commonly used in Microsoft® Windows® Operating System developed by Microsoft. It uses the SCR file extension and is considered a Win32 EXE (Executable application) file.

The first version of logon.scr for Windows Vista was introduced on 11/08/2006 in Windows Vista. The most recent release for Windows XP launched on 10/25/2001 [version 5.1.2600.5512 (xpsp.080413-2105) release].

In this article, you will find detailed logon.scr information, a SCR file troubleshooting guide, and a list of versions that are available for free download.

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File Overview

General Information ^✻
File Name:	logon.scr
File Extension:	SCR file extension
Description:	Logon Screen Saver
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:	English (U.S.)
File Flags:	(none)
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
Entry Point:	0x282e
Code Size:	9216

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File Info	Description
File Size:	216 kB
File Modification Date/Time:	2008:04:14 12:00:00+00:00
File Inode Change Date/Time:	2017:11:05 07:07:15+00:00
File Type:	Win32 EXE
MIME Type:	application/octet-stream
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
Time Stamp:	2008:04:13 18:36:27+00:00
PE Type:	PE32
Linker Version:	7.10
Code Size:	9216
Initialized Data Size:	210432
Uninitialized Data Size:	0
Entry Point:	0x282e
OS Version:	5.1
Image Version:	5.1
Subsystem Version:	4.0
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
File Version Number:	5.1.2600.5512
Product Version Number:	5.1.2600.5512
File Flags Mask:	0x003f
File Flags:	(none)
File OS:	Windows NT 32-bit
Object File Type:	Executable application
File Subtype:	0
Language Code:	English (U.S.)
Character Set:	Unicode
Company Name:	Microsoft Corporation
File Description:	Logon Screen Saver
File Version:	5.1.2600.5512 (xpsp.080413-2105)
Internal Name:	logon
Legal Copyright:	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Original Filename:	logon
Product Name:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Product Version:	5.1.2600.5512

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What are logon.scr Error Messages?

logon.scr Runtime Errors

Runtime errors are Windows errors that occur during "runtime". Runtime is pretty self-explanatory; it means that these SCR errors are triggered when logon.scr 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 SCR error you will encounter using Windows.

In most cases, logon.scr runtime errors occurring while the program is running will result in the program terminating abnormally. Most of these logon.scr 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 logon.scr errors include:

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

System Error

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

Step 2: Run SFC (System File Checker) to restore the corrupt or missing logon.scr 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 logon.scr 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 logon.scr 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 logon.scr 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 logon.scr 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 logon.scr 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 logon.scr file version. We maintain a comprehensive database of 100% malware-free logon.scr 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 logon.scr 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 XP: C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\
Windows XP: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows Vista: 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 XP.

GEEK TIP : We must emphasize that reinstalling Windows will be a very time-consuming and advanced task to resolve logon.scr 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 logon.scr Files (Malware-Tested 100% Clean)

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

Windows XP

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

logon.scr

5.1.2600.5512

5.1.2600.5512 (xpsp.080413-2105)

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows XP
Software:	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Software Version:	5.1.2600.5512
File Version:	5.1.2600.5512 (xpsp.080413-2105)
File Size:	220672
File Date:	04/14/2008
MD5 Checksum:	9fad7dff67555ff1e06bc4a3893024a7
SHA1 Checksum:	0012fc30946cb2cd56bdb140ace7504065add85b
SHA256 Checksum:	029896c1949c60fbb58e21194b3b141dac5117d641bc59671c1b623d8041401c
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\WINDOWS\system32\dllcache\ C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win32 EXE
Image Version:	5.1
Initialized Data Size:	210432
Linker Version:	7.10
Machine Type:	Intel 386 or later, and compatibles
PE Type:	PE32
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	4.0
File Modification Date/Time:	04/14/2008

Windows Vista

File Name

Software Version

File Version

Architecture

logon.scr

32-bit (x32)

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OS Version:	Windows Vista
File Size:	5714432
MD5 Checksum:	b17d18fd6594aaa25cbc95e799b1bf40
SHA1 Checksum:	11e32e07d52c041f5e5896c8f27559676a19df4c
SHA256 Checksum:	63c164d574ddbe00de4d644a77ae05bf29b1c1ce5d5d1b611031527c4d870c78
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
There is no information available.

logon.scr

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:	5710336
File Date:	01/21/2008
MD5 Checksum:	3f0e37f1c68bc1f0356104d6cd322255
SHA1 Checksum:	170db29229c4d5d489b7993db7d6ab94b4d0fb63
SHA256 Checksum:	f33c4639786963504baa98ddb98d4adaff80878e0b09a2bf5406a54dd7116d2f
CRC32:
File Directory Location:	C:\Windows\System32\

File Version, System, and Machine Information
File Type:	Win64 EXE
Image Version:	6.0
Initialized Data Size:	5693952
Linker Version:	8.0
Machine Type:	AMD AMD64
PE Type:	PE32+
Subsystem:	Windows GUI
Subsystem Version:	6.0
File Modification Date/Time:	01/21/2008

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Files Related to logon.scr

SCR Files Related to logon.scr

File Name	Description	Software Program (Version)	File Size (bytes)	File Location
logon.scr	Logon Screen Saver	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (6.0.6001.18000)	5710336	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Packages\Microsof...
sspipes.scr	Direct3D Pipes Screen Saver	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (5.1.2600.5512)	610304	C:\Windows\System32\winevt\Logs\
logon.scr	Logon Screen Saver	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System (5.1.2600.5512)	220672	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Packages\Microsof...
ssBranded.scr	Microsoft Windows Screensaver	Windows Vista	8139264	C:\Users\Tester\AppData\Local\Packages\Microsof...
PhotoScreensaver.scr	Microsoft Windows Screensaver	Windows 7	413696	C:\Windows\inf\

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