Download and Fix autochk.exe

Sometimes Windows system displays error messages regarding corrupted or missing autochk.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 autochk.exe file can therefore effect in failed execution of the started process.

autochk.exe file Auto Check Utility. 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 autochk.exe related errors on your device. You can also download autochk.exe file compatible with Windows 10, 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 10, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows Vista, Windows XP

User popularity

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

4 Download autochk.exe

4.1 List of autochk.exe file versions

File info

General information
Filename	autochk.exe
File extension	EXE
Description	Auto Check Utility

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 autochk.exe file related problems

There are various types of errors related to autochk.exe file. autochk.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 autochk.exe file. If you encounter one listed below (or similar), please consider the following suggestions.

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

autochk.exe

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

Problems related to autochk.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 autochk.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 autochk.exe errors in just few steps?

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

autochk.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 autochk.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 autochk.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 autochk.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 autochk.exe file. After an error related to%fileextension% file has been discovered, the program attempts to automatically replace the autochk.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 autochk.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 autochk.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 autochk.exe file

The last solution is to manually download and replace autochk.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 autochk.exe file.

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

Windows 10: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8.1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 8: 1: C:\Windows\System32\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows 7: C:\Windows\SysWOW64\
Windows Vista: ---
Windows Vista: ---
Windows XP: ---

If the steps did not solve your autochk.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 autochk.exe

System Windows 10

File size 891904 bytes

Date 2017-03-18

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File details
	MD5	cc1d95f0d688b14810e1064add8dda1d
	SHA1	371d6b5dfc2cc27792cec62d4facab6f5cd6d414
	SHA256	e051565e6a4d632a58982cd8762c242cccdc52dec36aa8706ed5f306759216eb
	CRC32	527679be
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename autochk.exe

System Windows 8.1

File size 792576 bytes

Date 2014-11-21

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File details
	MD5	1d31e78ed5c40b5c6cc8d3de713177a5
	SHA1	a2f254f615461f90d67e85705a7207c8e8129a49
	SHA256	d23d755d3f87fc91d5faeb3e2b0d991b3910750f2eba434195a38453ed8c6ebc
	CRC32	e5b0f2ac
	Example file location	C:\Windows\System32\

Filename autochk.exe

System Windows 8

File size 792064 bytes

Date 2012-07-26

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File details
	MD5	55653d86d712641db6930fab64f452ff
	SHA1	eb408ed1dd9d88254e4df30e8401e891a3ab23bc
	SHA256	5b7cf614e14b9d275be88afa499ced12210516a9a8fbdb63008a04abcbdf9fdd
	CRC32	7ad29929
	Example file location	1: C:\Windows\System32\

Filename autochk.exe

System Windows 7

File size 777728 bytes

Date 2010-11-21

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File details
	MD5	3b536a8bec3b4f23ffdfd78b11a2ab93
	SHA1	a017204d7e47bc183d81dcabf047dea32b120343
	SHA256	7bc847ce6c2d29c334f0d1600bbbde3933ff45f6bee5186f442e6270a3f9ec4e
	CRC32	84a2f859
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename autochk.exe

System Windows 7

File size 668160 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	f88a52eb62019d6a62fdd9e08034dbd8
	SHA1	1bd90caff9f3ab1d3cb7136ce9146c1c2e69368b
	SHA256	2e035366e9a1a26fb15f1e4857056e6ad7932bce8cc68bb4b655609f424d2756
	CRC32	ca904320
	Example file location	C:\Windows\SysWOW64\

Filename autochk.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 643072 bytes

Date -0001-11-30

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File details
	MD5	10761177a6ebe45843f443e99509f5e7
	SHA1	de672f79403f667e398ede4193a06525164a09e7
	SHA256	bb51065931e61edbc920924d96b502d46e2967ffafce589171fc0d3ad43463cb
	CRC32	74e98bf3
	Example file location	---

Filename autochk.exe

System Windows Vista

File size 734720 bytes

Date 2009-04-11

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File details
	MD5	e24d4475713cb382a720d003bdda9628
	SHA1	18e293362873f13df49a8158a97d8225f57c5b4f
	SHA256	ef94b0b2359f6a62ee1c631920f9a087bdf3256d76fc91272c6472f9cf55f3dd
	CRC32	dc2e557d
	Example file location	---

Filename autochk.exe

System Windows XP

File size 588800 bytes

Date 2008-04-14

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File details
	MD5	23043c91a0f9dfb4b9e9f87b680863b4
	SHA1	2d339527dc985be5ad163be8263e8e18892e8de5
	SHA256	318a6f6db4a1ede7d3758e324350ea852449abd2a7bb77004fbc403cf9ffb08b
	CRC32	fcc1bf8c
	Example file location	---