Cause: Infinite loop in watchdog settings.
Fix: Open \Windows\StartWinExe.ini and set WatchdogTimeout=0 temporarily. Then increase from 5000 ms to 15000 ms.
Once you have the installer, follow this step-by-step procedure.
It is important to note that "Better StartWinExe" is rarely a standalone commercial product found on a main website. It is typically an updated binary found within updated SDKs or community forums for Windows CE developers.
Here is how to get a working, updated version:
The original developer, often a third-party industrial software house, may no longer host the file publicly. However, legitimate repositories still exist:
After downloading, verify the checksum to ensure file integrity:
sha256sum better-startwinexe-ce-60_amd64.deb
Compare the output with the checksums.txt file on the release page. A mismatch means a corrupted or tampered file.
Version 6.0 of the Better StartWinExe tool brings significant improvements over earlier builds:
If you are running legacy hardware that cannot be upgraded to Windows 10 IoT, Better StartWinExe CE 60 is your best tool to extend its useful life.