The vmacthlp.exe file
According to our database, the vmacthlp.exe file is part of VMware Tools, so the vmacthlp.exe file probably got onto your computer during the installation of VMware Tools.
Table of contents:
- The vmacthlp.exe file's details
- The links related to the vmacthlp.exe
- The vmacthlp.exe's possible errors
- Other executable files related to the vmacthlp.exe
- Downloading the vmacthlp.exe
The vmacthlp.exe file's details
Below, we have summarized the details of the vmacthlp.exe file known to us. The manufacturers constantly update their software, so naturally vmacthlp.exe may exist in a different version with a different name. The data below summarizes the parameters of the vmacthlp.exe file with the 9.9:3.47419 version number.
- Filename:
- vmacthlp.exe
- Version:
- 9.9:3.47419
- Size:
- 514.19 kB (526528 B)
- Internal name:
- vmacthlp
- Original filename:
- vmacthlp.exe
- Description:
- VMware Activation Helper
- Copyright:
- © VMware, Inc.
- Company:
- VMware, Inc.
- Product:
- VMware Tools
- Product version:
- 9.9:3.47419
- Comments:
- -
The links related to the vmacthlp.exe
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The vmacthlp.exe's possible errors
Below are the top five most common vmacthlp.exe errors and how to fix them.
vmacthlp.exe - Application error
The instruction at "0x????????" reference memory at "0x00000000". The memory could not be read.
The causes of the error message and possible solutions:
- Faulty program code. Signal the error to the application's developer, and try installing a newer version.
- It's possible that there isn't enough memory available for the application. Free up memory be temporarily stopping some applications or services.
- It's possible that a hardware component of your computer is malfunctioning. Have the hardware components of your computer checked, with special attention to the RAM modules.
vmacthlp.exe - Error
The program can't start because ???.dll is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.
The cause of the error message and possible solution:
- The DLL file required for running vmacthlp.exe is either missing or out of date. Reinstall the application.
vmacthlp.exe - Access denied
vmacthlp.exe - Access denied
The causes of the error message and possible solutions:
- The antivirus software may have blocked access to the vmacthlp.exe file. Check your antivirus software's log and quarantine.
- You don't have the permissions to run the vmacthlp.exe. Change the permissions of the file.
- The vmacthlp.exe file may have been damaged. Reinstall the application.
vmacthlp.exe - Error
vmacthlp.exe is not recognized as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file.
The cause of the error message and possible solution:
- The vmacthlp.exe isn't installed. Install the application.
vmacthlp.exe - Application error
The exception Illegal Instruction. An attempt was made to execute an illegal instruction.
The causes of the error message and possible solutions:
- The vmacthlp.exe uses an instruction set that isn't supported by your CPU. Install the version that is adequate to your computer.
- It's possible that a hardware component of your computer is malfunctioning. Have the hardware components of your cimputer checked, with special attention to your CPU's cooling.
Other executable files related to the vmacthlp.exe
VMware Tools uses other executable files besides the vmacthlp.exe file. The file’s names can be different with each version.
- vmwaretoolsupgrader.exe
- VMware Tools Upgrader
- rvmsetup.exe
- VMware RVM Setup Service
- vmtoolshookproc.exe
- VMware Tools Window Hook 32-bit Worker Process
- vmwaretoolboxcmd.exe
- VMware command line Toolbox
- vmwarehostopen.exe
- Default Host Application
Downloading the vmacthlp.exe
If you need the vmacthlp.exe file because the file system is damaged, then we suggest that you reinstall VMware Tools. Copying an executable usually doesn't solve the problem.
Important!
Never open an executable file that you received in an e-mail! Even if it seems like you received it from a reliable person. In most cases, the viruses circulating on the Internet get onto the infected computers from sources that are believed to be reliable.
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Supported operating systems
Windows Server 2003/2008/2012, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows 10
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