Hi, AFAIK, libgcc_s_dw2-1.dll is statically linked so it is irrelevant the origin of the file. I have experienced the same crashes and I can confirm two things: - No crashes with gcc v3.x.x - No crashes with gcc v4.5 sjlj And this threadmight confirm the last point. Now I am going to build with tdm-gcc-4.7.1-2 MinGW sjlj , and test stability. If anyone would like to test my binaries, please, let me know: I will be pleased. HTH Miguel.