If you are trying to launch or open any Java-based applications like Minecraft, the application may seem unresponsive and the only option you have is to close the app. In this case, you will be accompanied by the error prompt as follows. Java Platform SE binary has stopped working. A problem caused the program to stop working correctly. Windows will close the program and notify you if a solution is available. If you are looking to solve this Java TM platform SE binary not responding error message that occurred when opening Minecraft, this troubleshooting guide will help you solve Java TM platform SE binary has stopped working problem.
How to Fix Java TM Platform SE Binary Not Responding in Windows 10
You can run a lot of applications, programs, websites, and links within the Java environment, also called the Java Platform. Minecraft is the most popular game that makes use of the OpenJDK platform binary and it is the one that is subjected to a lot of errors in recent times. Not only does Minecraft face Java TM platform SE binary has stopped working issue, but other Java-based apps also fail to open in this case. There are so many reasons that contribute to Java TM platform SE binary has stopped working issue. A few common problems contributing to the problem are listed below.
- Unnecessary or harmful Java cache files on Windows PC.
- Incompatible Java application settings that are interfering with Java platform files.
- Incorrect environment variables on the computer.
- Few Minecraft mods are interfering with Java SE Platform Binary.
- Antivirus or firewall is preventing the Java platform to open and work normally.
- Outdated drivers and incompatible Windows operating system.
In this section, you will come through some effective troubleshooting ideas that help you fix openJDK platform binary issue in your Windows 10 computer. Follow them in the same order to attain perfect results.
Method 1: Launch App after Clean Boot
Many users have suggested that the Java TM platform SE binary not responding issue could be fixed by performing a clean boot of the PC and running the program with a minimal set of drivers and startup tasks. You must not confuse a clean boot with a safe boot. The safe mode of Windows PC will shut all the non-essential tasks and runs with the most stable drivers. In safe mode, Windows PC will be in the most stable environment whereas, the clean boot of the PC removes only the third-party add-ons that are assigned in startup tasks. The clean boot of your computer helps you resolve the software incompatibility issues contributing to the problem. Follow our guide How to Perform Clean boot in Windows 10 and implement the same steps instructed to fix the problem.
Once the PC restarts, launch Minecraft or other Java-based programs. If you do not face the problem again, re-enable the services one after the other and find out the culprit. Also, you can try force uninstall programs that are corrupt from your PC if they seem to be unnecessary to fix the problem permanently.
Method 2: Run Program in Compatibility Mode
A WER (Windows Error Reporting) file is created after the application crashed on your computer. It has the proper information that helps you find why the crash has happened. These are text files that are stored in different locations, admins can only access them. Software vendors must agree to Microsoft’s Winqual services if they want to access the crash data of their customers. Viewing these crash data might be helpful to you to identify why Java TM platform SE binary not responding issue occurred in your device. If you do not mind the confidential data being shared with a third-party vendor, you can hand over this crash data to a professional who can explain to you why it has happened. If you do not want to do so, you can find the location of the Java.exe file by viewing the WER file and running the Java executable file with admin rights as instructed below. This will hopefully fix the issue.
1. Press Windows + E keys together to open File Explorer.
2. Now, go to the View tab and check the box next to Hidden items as depicted.
3. Now, navigate to the following location path in File Explorer.
C:\Users\<username>\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Windows\WER\ReportArchive
Note: If you cannot find the respective file in this location, you can directly search for Java.exe in the search field. But, you have to double-click whether you are accessing the correct Java file amidst several other similar ones.
4. Within the ReportArchive folder, right-click on the WER file and click on the Open with option as shown.
5. Now, select the Notepad option from the list and click on OK as depicted.
6. Go to the end of the file and check for the location of Java.exe and navigate to the same location on your PC.
7. Right-click on the Java.exe file and select the Properties option.
8. Switch to the Compatibility tab in the Properties window and check the box next to Run this program in compatibility mode for as depicted.
9. Now, select Windows 7 or 8 from the drop-down list and click on Apply and OK to save the changes. Restart your computer and re-launch the application.
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Method 3: Configure Environment Variables
All the configuration information of your operating system will be passed to the applications with the help of environment variables. These environment variables are combinations of key/value, both of them are strings. These variables must be compatible always to avoid any problems. If you have recently updated your Windows PC and facing Java TM platform SE binary has stopped working issue, then these pairs must be disturbed. Try resetting them as instructed below.
1. Hit the Windows key and type Control Panel. Then, click on Open.
2. Now, set the View by option to Large icons and click on System as shown.
3. Now, scroll down the right screen and click on Advanced system settings as shown. If you are prompt by UAC control, click on Yes and proceed.
4. Then, switch to the Advanced tab and click on Environment Variables…
5. Now, click on the New… button under System variables.
6. Type _JAVA_OPTIONS in the Variable name box and -Xmx256M in the Variable value box.
7. Then, click on OK to exit the New System Variable window.
8. Again, click on OK on the Environment Variables window. Check if you have fixed openJDK platform binary not responding issue or not.
Method 4: Launch App in Safe Mode
If you did not attain any fix Java TM platform SE binary has stopped working issue after restarting the app, launch the app in safe mode. Many users have reported that the said problem is caused by corrupt installation files of a specific tool, Logitech Process Monitor(lvprcsrv.exe). Check if you have this app on your computer, if so uninstall it completely. In addition, to fix openJDK platform binary not responding issue, boot your computer in safe mode because it will disable all the programs that interfere with Java. You can boot your computer, How to Boot to Safe Mode in Windows 10 and once all the third-party software is disabled, check if you face the issue again.
Once your PC is in safe mode, check if you face the problem again. If you do not face the problem, uninstall any recent program or application you have added to your computer.
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Method 5: Update Graphics Driver
If you face Java TM platform SE binary not responding issue all the time, check if the graphics driver is outdated or corrupt. If they are not compatible, several conflicts arise between the Java environment and your driver. You can easily take care of this problem by updating your GPU drivers to the latest version. You can manually update the drivers by following the steps instructed in our guide 4 Ways to Update Graphics Drivers in Windows 10.
Once you have updated the drivers, reboot your computer and check if you have fixed Java TM platform SE binary has stopped working issue.
Method 6: Reinstall Graphics Driver
If you still face openJDK platform binary not responding, then reinstall device drivers to fix any incompatibility issues. There are several ways to reinstall drivers on your computer by following any third-party tools or doing it manually. Yet, you can easily reinstall Graphical drivers as instructed in our guide How to Uninstall and Reinstall Drivers on Windows 10.
After reinstalling GPU drivers, check if you have fixed Java TM platform SE binary not working issue.
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Method 7: Temporarily Disable Antivirus (If Applicable)
Your antivirus program may mistakenly prevent any applications from being opened on your PC. Many compatibility issues are identified by several Windows users they are difficult to tolerate and rectify. Read our guide on How to Disable Antivirus Temporarily on Windows 10 and follow the instructions to disable your Antivirus program temporarily on your PC.
After fixing Java TM platform SE binary not responding problem on your Windows 10 PC, make sure to re-enable the antivirus program since a computer without a security suite is always a threat.
Method 8: Launch Sessions with Java Web Start
If you still face Java TM platform SE binary not responding issue even after trying all the above methods, you can try launching the sessions by using system-installed version of Java Web Start version instead of with the Blackboard Collaborate Launcher app. You can follow the below-listed instructions to do the same, yet you are encouraged to contact Collaborate support to resolve any queries arising during the process.
1. Close all the background tasks on your PC, especially any collaboration sessions.
2. Now, hit the Windows key and type Control Panel. Then, click on Open.
3. Then, set the View by > Large icons and click on Programs and Features.
4A. Go to the list of programs in the list and make sure Java is installed already.
4B. If not, install Java by visiting java.com.
5. Once you have ensured Java is installed on your PC, download a new Collaborate meeting or recording file. But do not launch it.
6. Locate any .collab file in My downloads, right-click on the file and click on the Open with option as shown.
7. Then, click on More apps.
8A. If you can see Java (TM) Web Start Launcher, click on it and check the box next to Always use this app to open .collab files. Then, click on OK.
8B. If you cannot see Java (TM) Web Start Launcher in the list, check the box next to Look for another app on this PC. Navigate to the given location path, then click on .exe file and select Open.
C:\Program Files\java\jreXXX\bin
Note: XXX is a number based on the version of Java installed on your computer. Here the example is jre1.8.0_221
9. Now, all the .collab files will launch using Java Web Start rather than the Blackboard Collaborate Launcher.
10. Finally, run a collaborate session or recording and check if the application launches without any issues.
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Method 9: Reinstall Java SE Based Applications
If you have not attained any fix for openJDK platform binary not responding issue, then try reinstalling Java based applications. This will resolve all the conflicting problems on your PC, thereby troubleshooting the problem you are facing now.
Note: Here, steps to reinstall Minecraft are shown as an example. Follow the steps according to your app or program.
1. Press and hold Windows + I keys together to open Windows Settings.
2. Now, click on Apps.
3. Now, search and click on Minecraft Launcher and select Uninstall option.
4. Now, confirm the prompt if any, and reboot your PC once you have uninstalled Minecraft.
5. Visit the Minecraft Launcher official site and click on the DOWNLOAD FOR WINDOWS 10/11 button as depicted.
6. Now, navigate to My downloads and run the MinecraftInstaller setup file.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation on your PC.
8. Finally, you have reinstalled the Minecraft launcher on your computer. It would have fixed all the issues associated with the app.
Method 10: Remove Older Java Versions (Using Script)
You will face Java TM platform SE binary has stopped working issue if your computer has any older versions of Java. So, you have to make sure that Java applications and security improvements are updated to their latest. Copy all the code listed below and save it as Remove_old_java_versions.ps1 at the {PackageShare}\Scripts folder.
Note: This code checks for both 32-bit and 64-bit installed versions of Java and deletes all the older versions of Java, only newer versions are left. This is a simple Powershell script, it can run on its own. But, it takes some time to complete all these processes. You have to wait until then.
#This script is used to remove any old Java versions, and leave only the newest. #Original author: mmcpherson #Version 1.0 - created 2015-04-24 #Version 1.1 - updated 2015-05-20 # - Now also detects and removes old Java non-update base versions (i.e. Java versions without Update #) # - Now also removes Java 6 and below, plus added ability to manually change this behaviour. # - Added uninstall default behaviour to never reboot (now uses msiexec.exe for uninstall) #Version 1.2 - updated 2015-07-28 # - Bug fixes: null array and op_addition errors. # IMPORTANT NOTE: If you would like Java versions 6 and below to remain, please edit the next line and replace $true with $false $UninstallJava6andBelow = $true #Declare version arrays $32bitJava = @() $64bitJava = @() $32bitVersions = @() $64bitVersions = @() #Perform WMI query to find installed Java Updates if ($UninstallJava6andBelow) { $32bitJava += Get-WmiObject -Class Win32_Product | Where-Object { $_.Name -match "(?i)Java(\(TM\))*\s\d+(\sUpdate\s\d+)*$" } #Also find Java version 5, but handled slightly different as CPU bit is only distinguishable by the GUID $32bitJava += Get-WmiObject -Class Win32_Product | Where-Object { ($_.Name -match "(?i)J2SE\sRuntime\sEnvironment\s\d[.]\d(\sUpdate\s\d+)*$") -and ($_.IdentifyingNumber -match "^\{32") } } else { $32bitJava += Get-WmiObject -Class Win32_Product | Where-Object { $_.Name -match "(?i)Java((\(TM\) 7)|(\s\d+))(\sUpdate\s\d+)*$" } } #Perform WMI query to find installed Java Updates (64-bit) if ($UninstallJava6andBelow) { $64bitJava += Get-WmiObject -Class Win32_Product | Where-Object { $_.Name -match "(?i)Java(\(TM\))*\s\d+(\sUpdate\s\d+)*\s[(]64-bit[)]$" } #Also find Java version 5, but handled slightly different as CPU bit is only distinguishable by the GUID $64bitJava += Get-WmiObject -Class Win32_Product | Where-Object { ($_.Name -match "(?i)J2SE\sRuntime\sEnvironment\s\d[.]\d(\sUpdate\s\d+)*$") -and ($_.IdentifyingNumber -match "^\{64") } } else { $64bitJava += Get-WmiObject -Class Win32_Product | Where-Object { $_.Name -match "(?i)Java((\(TM\) 7)|(\s\d+))(\sUpdate\s\d+)*\s[(]64-bit[)]$" } } #Enumerate and populate array of versions Foreach ($app in $32bitJava) { if ($app -ne $null) { $32bitVersions += $app.Version } } #Enumerate and populate array of versions Foreach ($app in $64bitJava) { if ($app -ne $null) { $64bitVersions += $app.Version } } #Create an array that is sorted correctly by the actual Version (as a System.Version object) rather than by value. $sorted32bitVersions = $32bitVersions | %{ New-Object System.Version ($_) } | sort $sorted64bitVersions = $64bitVersions | %{ New-Object System.Version ($_) } | sort #If a single result is returned, convert the result into a single value array so we don't run in to trouble calling .GetUpperBound later if($sorted32bitVersions -isnot [system.array]) { $sorted32bitVersions = @($sorted32bitVersions)} if($sorted64bitVersions -isnot [system.array]) { $sorted64bitVersions = @($sorted64bitVersions)} #Grab the value of the newest version from the array, first converting $newest32bitVersion = $sorted32bitVersions[$sorted32bitVersions.GetUpperBound(0)] $newest64bitVersion = $sorted64bitVersions[$sorted64bitVersions.GetUpperBound(0)] Foreach ($app in $32bitJava) { if ($app -ne $null) { # Remove all versions of Java, where the version does not match the newest version. if (($app.Version -ne $newest32bitVersion) -and ($newest32bitVersion -ne $null)) { $appGUID = $app.Properties["IdentifyingNumber"].Value.ToString() Start-Process -FilePath "msiexec.exe" -ArgumentList "/qn /norestart /x $($appGUID)" -Wait -Passthru #write-host "Uninstalling 32-bit version: " $app } } } Foreach ($app in $64bitJava) { if ($app -ne $null) { # Remove all versions of Java, where the version does not match the newest version. if (($app.Version -ne $newest64bitVersion) -and ($newest64bitVersion -ne $null)) { $appGUID = $app.Properties["IdentifyingNumber"].Value.ToString() Start-Process -FilePath "msiexec.exe" -ArgumentList "/qn /norestart /x $($appGUID)" -Wait -Passthru #write-host "Uninstalling 64-bit version: " $app } } }
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Method 11: Clear Java Cache
Several users have suggested that, clearing the Java cache after removing older versions of Java has helped them fix Java TM platform SE binary not responding issue on your computer. Considering deleting all the temporary files as instructed below via Java Control Panel.
1. Hit the Windows key and type Configure Java, then click on Open.
2. In the General tab, click on Settings… under the Temporary Internet Files section as shown.
3. Then, in the next window, click on the Delete Files button as depicted.
4. In the upcoming prompt, select all the boxes and click on OK.
Check if you have fixed openJDK platform binary not responding issue now.
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