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Usbupdate.exe: How to Fix It When It Stops Working
Dell has acknowledged the problem and suggested a solution
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Several Dell users have taken to different forums to inquire about the Usbupdate.exe error. This is listed as Usbupdate.exe in the event viewer and is shown to be located in:C:\WINDOWS\TEMP\invF53C_tmp\Executables\UsbUpdate.exe
It is developed by Dell Inc. and isn’t a virus or malware. While some users were able to fix the problem, there isn’t a complete guide on what Usbupdate.exe is and how you can fix the problem when it stops working.
What is Usbupdate.exe and why am I getting the Usbupdate.exe error?
Usbupdate.exe is a part of the Dell tool called the Dell Support Assistant. The error associated with Usbupdate.exe pops up as soon as the PC boots up.
Reportedly, there is some issue with the Dell Support Assistant that runs at the startup and causes the problem. Dell themselves have confirmed this Usbupdate.exe is related to the Dell Support Assistant and they have released a solution for it.
However, do notethat a virus or malwarecould also be conflicting with the program and could be responsible for throwing up errors associated with Usbupdate.exe. Let us take a look at the solutions that you can apply to fix the problem.
How can I fix the errors associated with Usbupdate.exe?
Well, there are just a few things that you can do and possibly try to fix the problem at your end:
Let us now check out the advanced solutions to resolve the error associated with this executable file.
1. Disable Dell Support Assistant
This will stop Dell Support Assistant from running when your PC boots up, which is when most users are experiencing errors associated with the Usbupdate.exe.
2. Uninstall Dell Support Assistant
Uninstalling Dell Support Assistant is another great option to eliminate the issue associated with it. Although you get features such as software upgrades, driver updates, etc. using this tool, the errors because of it are more annoying. So, uninstalling it is a better option.
3. Update Dell Support Assistant
If you do not wish to delete Dell Support Assistant and want to take advantage of its features, then the best solution, as advised by Dell is to update the Dell Support Assistant.
The best part about this solution is that no input is required from the user’s end. As soon as the Dell Support Assistant opens up, it will update itself.
Basically, there were several users facing this issue. So, Dell responded that they will release an update to fix the problem. Butthey clearly mentioned:
There will be no notification of any sort. The OTA (over the air) update is going to happen for all Dell remediation services (SupportAssist, Alienware Update, Dell Update).
So, install the latest update and check if this resolves the Usbupdate.exe issue on your Dell laptop or PC or not.
4. Perform a system restore
If nothing works, then we would suggest you perform a system restore and go to a point when everything was working smoothly.
System restore comes in handy in such situations. So, it is necessary that youcreate a system restore point.
Let us know in the comments below, which one of the above solutions helped you resolve the Usbupdate.exe error.
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Sagar Naresh
Sagar is a web developer and technology journalist. Currently associated with WindowsReport and SamMobile. When not writing, he is either at the gym sweating it out or playing country music on his guitar.
He is an avid traveler and has been to 15 countries, going to more places soon. TRAVEL and WORK is his mantra for a peaceful life.
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