Solved I got a USB webmail notifier, and I get this .NET exception

[toxnn]

I recently bought a small postbox webmail notifier, and immediately faced a problem. The driver came in a MiniDvD. I figured out how to install it (by putting it into the little indentation) and got the driver running. I set up my email, and marked a test email as unread. I waited a bit, and this error came up:
An attempt was made to load a program with incorrect format.
(Exception from HRESULT: 0x8007000B)
See the end of this message for details on invoking
just-in-time (JIT) debugging instead of this dialog box.

************** Exception Text **************
System.BadImageFormatException: An attempt was made to load a program with an incorrect format. (Exception from HRESULT: 0x8007000B)
at USBWebmailNotifer.USBWebmail.OpenUSBDevice(Int32 VID, Int32 PID)
at USBWebmailNotifer.USBWebmail.WriteUSB()
at USBWebmailNotifer.USBWebmail.ChkNewToolStripMenuItem_Click(Object sender, EventArgs e)
at System.Windows.Forms.ToolStripItem.RaiseEvent(Object key, EventArgs e)
at System.Windows.Forms.ToolStripMenuItem.OnClick(EventArgs e)
at System.Windows.Forms.ToolStripItem.HandleClick(EventArgs e)
at System.Windows.Forms.ToolStripItem.HandleMouseUp(MouseEventArgs e)
at System.Windows.Forms.ToolStrip.OnMouseUp(MouseEventArgs mea)
at System.Windows.Forms.ToolStripDropDown.OnMouseUp(MouseEventArgs mea)
at System.Windows.Forms.Control.WmMouseUp(Message& m, MouseButtons button, Int32 clicks)
at System.Windows.Forms.Control.WndProc(Message& m)
at System.Windows.Forms.ToolStrip.WndProc(Message& m)
at System.Windows.Forms.ToolStripDropDown.WndProc(Message& m)
at System.Windows.Forms.Control.ControlNativeWindow.WndProc(Message& m)
at System.Windows.Forms.NativeWindow.Callback(IntPtr hWnd, Int32 msg, IntPtr wparam, IntPtr lparam)


************** Loaded Assemblies **************
mscorlib
Assembly Version: 2.0.0.0
Win32 Version: 2.0.50727.5485 (Win7SP1GDR.050727-5400)
CodeBase: file:///C:/Windows/Microsoft.NET/Framework64/v2.0.50727/mscorlib.dll
----------------------------------------
Webmail Notifier
Assembly Version: 1.0.0.0
Win32 Version: 1.0.0.0
CodeBase: file:///C:/Program%20Files%20(x86)/Webmail%20Notifier/Webmail%20Notifier.exe
----------------------------------------
System.Windows.Forms
Assembly Version: 2.0.0.0
Win32 Version: 2.0.50727.5483 (Win7SP1GDR.050727-5400)
CodeBase: file:///C:/Windows/assembly/GAC_MSIL/System.Windows.Forms/2.0.0.0__b77a5c561934e089/System.Windows.Forms.dll
----------------------------------------
System
Assembly Version: 2.0.0.0
Win32 Version: 2.0.50727.5485 (Win7SP1GDR.050727-5400)
CodeBase: file:///C:/Windows/assembly/GAC_MSIL/System/2.0.0.0__b77a5c561934e089/System.dll
----------------------------------------
System.Drawing
Assembly Version: 2.0.0.0
Win32 Version: 2.0.50727.5483 (Win7SP1GDR.050727-5400)
CodeBase: file:///C:/Windows/assembly/GAC_MSIL/System.Drawing/2.0.0.0__b03f5f7f11d50a3a/System.Drawing.dll
----------------------------------------
System.Xml
Assembly Version: 2.0.0.0
Win32 Version: 2.0.50727.5485 (Win7SP1GDR.050727-5400)
CodeBase: file:///C:/Windows/assembly/GAC_MSIL/System.Xml/2.0.0.0__b77a5c561934e089/System.Xml.dll
----------------------------------------
System.Configuration
Assembly Version: 2.0.0.0
Win32 Version: 2.0.50727.5483 (Win7SP1GDR.050727-5400)
CodeBase: file:///C:/Windows/assembly/GAC_MSIL/System.Configuration/2.0.0.0__b03f5f7f11d50a3a/System.Configuration.dll
----------------------------------------

************** JIT Debugging **************
To enable just-in-time (JIT) debugging, the .config file for this
application or computer (machine.config) must have the
jitDebugging value set in the system.windows.forms section.
The application must also be compiled with debugging
enabled.

For example:

<configuration>
<system.windows.forms jitDebugging="true" />
</configuration>

When JIT debugging is enabled, any unhandled exception
will be sent to the JIT debugger registered on the computer
rather than be handled by this dialog box.


The built in software notifier works, but the postbox doesn't light up and do the things it should. I also (seemingly randomly) get the error from time to time, and it doesn't seem like anything will work. I tried to use compatibility mode, but to no avail.

 

[toxnn]

Bump? I really need help with this one.

 

[mohavepc]

I would hazard that it is a poorly written driver or compatibility issue. What is the brand of the USB notifier? Also What version of Windows 7 are you running? Home, Pro, Ult? Sp1 installed? (this is why we ask for this stuff in the specs). Does the Manufacturer have updated programing or drivers on the web?

It looks like it is trying to run dotnet 4 like it would 2.0 or 3.5. That alone will throw all kinds of errors. Is it in a 2.o or 3.o port? Is it stated to be compatible with either?

I know it is a lot of questions but necessary to figure out where the issue lays.

 

[carwiz]

Yea, that's a programming error or you tried to install the wrong drivers--32-bit vs 64-bit. If the installer doesn't give you a choice, it should be automatic. If it was an automatic installer, get updated software from the manufacturer or return the device for a refund. Typically, these "budget" devices have software written by a third party out of a basement.

 

[toxnn]

No specific brand. Running Home 64bit. Sp1 installed. No website; got it on dx.com.
Post Box Design Hi-Speed USB 2.0 3-Port Hub Webmail Notifier - Red + Yellow - Free Shipping - DealExtreme

 

[toxnn]

Also, here's a dll that was in the program folder, if that's of any help.

 

[mohavepc]

No specific brand:busted:. Running Home 64bit. Sp1 installed. No website:busted:; got it on dx.com.
Post Box Design Hi-Speed USB 2.0 3-Port Hub Webmail Notifier - Red + Yellow - Free Shipping - DealExtreme

Return it if possible if not call it a loss. I know you may not believe this however there is a real risk using unbranded unsupported peripherals on your computer. from hardware that is at risk of fire , hardware damage and believe it or nor Nasty Nasty malware and Viruses. :shock:

There are many references to usb devices out of china harboring such malware.

Check on newegg or amazon for like devices and check out the brands website before purchase. If this is a needed device you are going to pay a couple bucks more. I know this isn't what you probably want to hear but your better off safe than destroying your machine.

 

[mohavepc]

Also, here's a dll that was in the program folder, if that's of any help.

that dll shows 32bit compatibility but it is tossing 64 bit commands.

without re writing the driver its a risk at best

 

[toxnn]

Darn. Is it possible to run it in some kind of 32bit compatibility mode? I think the problem is that it doesn't support 64bit, from my limited knowledge. If not, I'll just call it a loss and it'll probably collect dust on my shelf. :huh:

 

[mohavepc]

That is one hokey listing, no actual os support listed, poor grammar, surely not really a USA listing.

 

[toxnn]

Hokey?

 

[mohavepc]

Darn. Is it possible to run it in some kind of 32bit compatibility mode? I think the problem is that it doesn't support 64bit, from my limited knowledge. If not, I'll just call it a loss and it'll probably collect dust on my shelf. :huh:

Please be aware of this. I cannot nor will I support the use of this device knowing where it comes from. What you do is your choice. Can it be run it 32bit? possibly if the exe can be found and set to load in compatibility mode. I cannot with good conscience advise you on that.

Good luck with it and I will have my fingers crossed that your PC and Info are safe.
Please understand I am not trying to be mean or sarcastic. This is a personal policy garnered from running a Computer shop.

 

[toxnn]

Gonna unplug and try this out in a VM. Hold my beer, I'm going in.

 

[mohavepc]

Hokey?

This SKU has more options in *******.com

- Color: Red + yellow
- Material: ABS
- Interface: USB
- The door opens or light shines and sound alerts when then mail reaches (reaches What exactly?)
- User could set the sound of music (syntax)
- Supports POP3 protocol
- Could view the numbers of new mail (Very poor syntax is usually a result of translating from other languages)
- Compatible multiple operating systems (ok.....and what would they be? Most likely 32bit win 98)
- Packing list:
- 1 x USB hub (85cm-cable)
- 1 x CD

 

[toxnn]

Hm. How would you set compatibility mode for 32bit? I can only see options for different operating systems, like Win 95 or Win Vista.

 

[mohavepc]

Gonna unplug and try this out in a VM. Hold my beer, I'm going in.

Good luck and if possible please mark this thread solved. **************************************************. Have a good evening.

 

[mohavepc]

Hm. How would you set compatibility mode for 32bit? I can only see options for different operating systems, like Win 95 or Win Vista.

xp was mostly 32 bit, anything before was only 32 bit (some exceptions not worth mentioning.
You got a hint. :roflmao:
(d)Truthfully though I cannot help further good day. (d)

 

[mohavepc]

As a side note to this I have had first hand experience with "novelty" usb devices. I had a customer come in with a Zero access infection. I removed the infection and it was working better than it had in months. customer returned 2 days later with the same infection. Swears he didn't click on anything in email or gone to any sites other than yahoo news. So I had him think and recount every thing he did. During his recounting he mentioned a novelty "monkey f-ing a football" given to him as a gag gift from a friend. Seems this was one of his common sayings. I asked him to bring it in. He returned with said novelty and essentially tried to call me a paranoid liar.

I plugged it into my Linux Hard drive testing machine an immediately was presented a box saying Linux could not find a program to open this type of file. A nice little self executing exe with -s -a tags. silent and not sure what the -a tag was for, full on zero access installer. Chalk one up for China infections.

Needless to say I was no longer paranoid nor a lair.