XREF

by Ethan Winer and Gene Bucklev1

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Natively 16-bit sophisticated cross-reference DOS program. Convenient way to test NTVDM support on Windows 10 x86.

Install with winget

$ winget install --id DonMalin.XREF --exact --version 1

Run in Command Prompt, PowerShell, or Windows Terminal. Prompts for any agreements.

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Installers · v1

Architecture	Type	Scope	Install	Download
x86	Portable	-		Direct

Copy a command tailored to that specific architecture, type, and scope - useful when winget would otherwise pick a different default.

Security

No known CVEs for XREF.

Coverage is best-effort and depends on a winget package mapping to an NVD CPE entry. Absence here is not a guarantee of safety.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I install XREF on Windows?

Open Windows Terminal, PowerShell, or Command Prompt and run: winget install --id DonMalin.XREF --exact --version 1. winget downloads the installer from Ethan Winer and Gene Buckle and runs it. Requires Windows 10 (1809+) or Windows 11.

How do I install XREF silently for unattended deployment?

Add --silent and accept the agreements upfront: winget install --id DonMalin.XREF --exact 1 --silent --accept-package-agreements --accept-source-agreements. This is the variant Intune, Configuration Manager, and other deployment tools should use.

How do I uninstall XREF via winget?

Run: winget uninstall --id DonMalin.XREF --exact. Add --silent for unattended uninstalls. winget will use the registered uninstaller from XREF's Apps & Features entry.

Is XREF free?

XREF is distributed under Public domain. Refer to the publisher (https://github.com/geneb/XREF) for the full license terms - Wingetly itself does not charge for installation.

Does XREF work on Windows 10?

Yes, as long as your Windows 10 build supports winget (1809 or newer). winget ships with App Installer on Windows 10/11 and pulls XREF directly from the publisher.

How do I keep XREF up to date?

Run winget upgrade --id DonMalin.XREF --exact, or winget upgrade --all to update everything winget tracks. We index 1 version of XREF from microsoft/winget-pkgs.