Fix dvdupgrd.exe Errors

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing dvdupgrd.exe files. Situations like that can occur, for example, during a software installation process. Each software program requires certain resources, libraries, and source data to work properly. Corrupted or nonexistent dvdupgrd.exe file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

dvdupgrd.exe file DVDUpgrd. The file was developed by for use with software. Here you will find detailed information about the file and instructions how to proceed in the event of dvdupgrd.exe related errors on your device. You can also download dvdupgrd.exe file compatible with Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP devices which will (most probably) allow you to solve the problem.

Compatible with: Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP

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Fix dvdupgrd.exe errors

1 Information about dvdupgrd.exe file
2 Errors related to dvdupgrd.exe file
3 How to fix dvdupgrd.exe related errors?

3.1 Scanning for malicious software
3.2 System and driver update
3.3 System File Checker tool
3.4 System recovery

4 Download dvdupgrd.exe

4.1 List of dvdupgrd.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	dvdupgrd.exe
File extension	EXE
Description	DVDUpgrd

Software
Program	Microsoft® Windows® Operating System
Author	Microsoft Corporation

Details
MIME type	application/octet-stream
File type	Executable application
System	Windows NT 32-bit
Copyrights	© Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Character set	Unicode
Language cod	English (U.S.)

Most common dvdupgrd.exe file related problems

There are various types of errors related to dvdupgrd.exe file. dvdupgrd.exe file may be located in wrong file directory on your device, may not be present in the system, or may be infected with malicious software and therefore not work correctly. Below is a list of most common error messages related to dvdupgrd.exe file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

dvdupgrd.exe is corrupted
dvdupgrd.exe cannot be located
Runtime Error - dvdupgrd.exe
dvdupgrd.exe file error
dvdupgrd.exe file cannot be loaded. Module was not found
cannot register dvdupgrd.exe file:
dvdupgrd.exe file could not be loaded
dvdupgrd.exe file doesn't exist

dvdupgrd.exe

Application could not be started because dvdupgrd.exe file is missing. Reinstall the application to solve the problem.

Problems related to dvdupgrd.exe can be addressed in various ways. Some methods are meant only for advanced users. If you don't have confidence in your skills, we suggest consulting a specialist. Fixing dvdupgrd.exe file errors should be approached with utmost caution for any mistakes can result in unstable or unproperly working system. If you have the necassary skills, please proceed.

How to fix dvdupgrd.exe errors in just few steps?

Remember, before taking any action related to system files perform a backup copy of your data!

dvdupgrd.exe file errors can be caused by various factors, so its is beneficial to try to fix them using various methods.

Step 1: Scan your computer for any malicious software

Windows files are commonly attacked by malicious software that prevents them from working properly. First step in addressing problems with dvdupgrd.exe file or any other Windows system files should be scanning the system for malicious software using an antivirus tool.

If by any chance you don't have any antivirus software installed on your system yet, you should do it immediately. Unprotected system is not only a source of file errors, but, more importantly, makes your system vulnerable to many dangers. If you don't know which antivirus tool to choose, consult this Wikipedia article – comparison of antivirus software.

Step 2: Update your system and drivers.

Installing relevant Microsoft Windows patches and updates may solve your problems related to dvdupgrd.exe file. Use dedicated Windows tool to perform the update.

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "Windows Update" in the search field
Choose the appropriate software program (name may vary depending on your system version)
Check if your system is up to date. If any unapplied updates are listed, install them immediately.
After the update has been done,restart your computer in order to complete the process.

Beside updating the system, it is recommended that you install latest device drivers, as drivers can influence proper working of dvdupgrd.exe or other system files. In order to do so, go to your computer or device producer's website where you will find information regarding latest driver updates.

Step 3: Use System File Checker (SFC) tool

System File Checker is a Microsoft Windows tool. As the name suggests, the tool is used for identyfing and addressing system file related errors, including those related to dvdupgrd.exe file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the dvdupgrd.exe file with properly working version. To use the tool:

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "cmd" in the search field
Locate "Command Prompt" result – don't run it yet:
Click the right mouse button and select "Run as Administrator" option
Type "sfc /scannow" in console prompt to start the program and follow the instructions

Step 4: Restoring Windows system

Another approach is to restore system to previous state, before the dvdupgrd.exe file error occured. In order to restore your system, follow the instructions below

Go to the Windows "Start" menu
Type "System Restore" in the search field
Start the system restore tool – it's name may differ depending on version of the system
The application will guide you through the process – read the messages carefully
After the process has finished, restart your computer.

If all the above-mentioned methods failed and the dvdupgrd.exe file problem has not been resolved, proceed to the next step. Remember that the following steps are intended only for advanced users.

Download and replace dvdupgrd.exe file

The last solution is to manually download and replace dvdupgrd.exe file in appropriate folder on the disk. Select file version compatible with your operating system and click the "Download" button. Next, go to your web browser's "Downloaded" folder and copy the downloaded dvdupgrd.exe file.

Go to the folder where the file should be located and paste the downloaded file. Below is the list of dvdupgrd.exe file example directory paths.

Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows Vista: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your dvdupgrd.exe file problem, you should consult a professional. A probability exists that the error(s) might be device-related and therefore should be resolved at the hardware level. A fresh operating system installation might be necessary – a faulty system installation process can result in data loss.

File versions list

Filename dvdupgrd.exe

System Windows 8.1

File size 22528 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	05e6467411b53fa9a9bda3ed902100d3
	SHA1	3dd411a7b6b12992c55d99671f2867eefe8014f7
	SHA256	95cce95ab9100f71ca6be4c393432a06cd08eb6ba34b43a514f663c8bf7b898a
	CRC32	c8613fe6
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dvdupgrd.exe

System Windows 8

File size 22016 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	ec49f7443b743078f6abffa372d55fee
	SHA1	b8758cfce1fe14fde06532f1405cccd67562c245
	SHA256	f090e1a0459897949e2a30de40923f34b8aaaa07e22aa92342be4b6c4d30a2e4
	CRC32	a8f96a93
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dvdupgrd.exe

System Windows 7

File size 26112 bytes

Date 2009-07-14

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File details
	MD5	75a9b4172eac01d9648c6d2133af952f
	SHA1	63c7e1af762d2b584e9cc841e8b0100f2a482b81
	SHA256	18f9f520c7157023b0e7dfe7433a63c4dedd47b04d24aac4038b795893050736
	CRC32	964e6cef
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dvdupgrd.exe

System Windows 7

File size 21504 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	ec91f1eee687a252bc737679d683b05b
	SHA1	0dcb1e80cbc6b9273f5c0e9812cbcac34b2f0962
	SHA256	b0e9d2873c68ac185f4f5b3a84a37badcfe87d7ba3d5559db75bce8eeed046d2
	CRC32	52959702
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dvdupgrd.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 25600 bytes

Date 2006-11-02

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File details
	MD5	e4603064a91c255893b1df324b3a1a60
	SHA1	174b13f40a2ef6fac74bf211e314318f65461367
	SHA256	703241377401053af61fbae8f0433bbd86c98a6990642c89336fa3bc232682db
	CRC32	906072eb
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dvdupgrd.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 21504 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	f7800c4f7d7fd725d6031f4df5f04098
	SHA1	14022617461a6cadd9b29c231ff5f079d1bf7258
	SHA256	cc3ab96b1cf8195190f6b6410a1c80bd6ae603a8762da415853019108f0a17b2
	CRC32	a14b90ed
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename dvdupgrd.exe

System Windows XP

File size 17920 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	ea587d3a081f21358a8d3d62ad006dc1
	SHA1	9bec95ef688d17b4619fe8611f3fc6b6f6e3f984
	SHA256	ebd7f51191d4e5e325f12f31f247d54e6c642e7d5c3af8237ac688ea3a6bc483
	CRC32	42d79875
	Example file location	---