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HPSF.exe

HP Support Assistant by Hewlett-Packard Company (Signed)

Remove HPSF.exe
Version:   5.1.10.7
MD5:   fdc7c934adb8c3b51a3c21781b608673
SHA1:   98ded59591f44524fe63a8f4ca3794bee24ff3e0

What is HPSF.exe?

HP Support Assistant is an HP application that helps maintain PC performance and resolve problems through automated updates and tune-ups, built-in diagnostics, and a choice of assistance options. Depending on the version of HP Support Assistant and various settings, HP Support Assistant can be launched through the Windows taskbar.

About HPSF.exe (from Hewlett-Packard Company)

HP Support Assistant helps you maintain your PC and avoid or resolve problems using automated updates and self-help options. One simple menu guides you to expert support should you need it. And it’s ready to go when you turn on your new HP PC with Windows® 7 or Windows® 8. HP Support Assistant is PC assistance your way. This HP program helps you maintain peak computer performance and resolve problems through automatic updates and tune-ups, built-in diagnostics, and a variety of assistance options. Depending on your PC’s operating system, HP Support Assistant has slightly different menus and capabilities. Computers purchased after October 2012 feature the latest version, but no matter which version you have, you’ll enjoy an easy way to keep your PC running at its best.

DetailsDetails

File name:hpsf.exe
Publisher:Hewlett-Packard Company
Product name:HP Support Assistant
Typical file path:C:\Program Files\hewlett-packard\hp support framework\hpsf.exe
File version:5.1.10.7
Size:1.24 MB (1,296,952 bytes)
Build date:11/15/2010 4:03 AM
Certificate
Issued to:Hewlett-Packard Company
Authority (CA):VeriSign
Expiration date:Saturday, November 15, 2014
Digital DNA
File packed:Yes
Code language:Microsoft Visual C# / Basic .NET
.NET CLR:Yes
.NET NGENed:No
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ResourcesPrograms

The following programs will install this file
Hewlett-Packard
24% remove
HP Support Assistant helps you maintain your PC and avoid or resolve problems using automated updates and self-help options. One simple menu guides you to expert support should you need it. And it’s ready to go when you turn on your new HP PC with Windows® 7 or Windows® 8. HP Support Assistant is pre-installed on every new HP PC. HP Support Assistant is PC assistance your way. This HP program helps you maintain peak computer performance...

BehaviorsBehaviors

Scheduled tasks
  • The job '{FD541E27-8512-46F5-84C3-2E6CB54B1948}' runs on registration in the path '\{FD541E27-8512-46F5-84C3-2E6CB54B1948}'
  • The task '{88CD7463-0753-4BC5-9043-328C1E80297F}' runs on registration in the path '\{88CD7463-0753-4BC5-9043-328C1E80297F}'
  • The job '{4FE5D680-36A0-45D9-9952-B9C93772D57B}' runs on registration in the path '\{4FE5D680-36A0-45D9-9952-B9C93772D57B}'
  • The task '{2824F98F-2786-489C-8D8E-8BC8F53CBCDC}' runs on registration in the path '\{2824F98F-2786-489C-8D8E-8BC8F53CBCDC}'
  • The job '{224969C4-0734-4539-BD6E-2BDEE7B4FBD2}' runs on registration in the path '\{224969C4-0734-4539-BD6E-2BDEE7B4FBD2}'
  • The task 'PC Health Analysis Restart' in the path '\Hewlett-Packard\HP Support Assistant\PC Health Analysis Restart'
  • The job 'PC Health Analysis Install' in the path '\Hewlett-Packard\HP Support Assistant\PC Health Analysis Install'
  • The job 'HP Assistant Restart' runs on logon in the path '\Hewlett-Packard\HP Support Assistant\HP Assistant Restart'
  • The job 'Critical Actions Pending' in the path '\Hewlett-Packard\HP Support Assistant\Critical Actions Pending'
  • The job '{CF4178B0-0361-48D6-B0D4-4D024235BF05}' runs on registration in the path '\{CF4178B0-0361-48D6-B0D4-4D024235BF05}'
  • The task '{9CC80E26-113D-4401-A312-D00F9610C0F3}' runs on registration in the path '\{9CC80E26-113D-4401-A312-D00F9610C0F3}'
  • The job '{10FB18D0-6202-4EB7-BED8-5CCBAB1AC74A}' runs on registration in the path '\{10FB18D0-6202-4EB7-BED8-5CCBAB1AC74A}'
  • The task 'PC Tuneup' in the path '\Hewlett-Packard\HP Support Assistant\PC Tuneup'
  • The job 'PC Health Analysis' runs weekly in the path '\Hewlett-Packard\HP Support Assistant\PC Health Analysis'
  • The task 'HP Support Assistant Quick Start' runs on logon in the path '\Hewlett-Packard\HP Support Assistant\HP Support Assistant Quick Start'
  • Entry path '\Hewlett-Packard\HP Support Assistant\Critical Actions Pending'
  • Entry path '\Hewlett-Packard\HP Support Assistant\PC Health Analysis Restart'
  • Entry path '\Hewlett-Packard\HP Support Assistant\PC Health Analysis Install'
  • Entry path '\Hewlett-Packard\HP Support Assistant\HP Support Assistant Quick Start'
  • Entry path '\Hewlett-Packard\HP Support Assistant\PC Tuneup'
  • Entry path '\Hewlett-Packard\HP Support Assistant\PC Health Analysis'
Scheduled tasks startups
Set to load on user login (bypasses Windows UAC if enabled)
  • Login entry path '\Hewlett-Packard\HP Support Assistant\HP Assistant Restart'
  • Login entry path '\Hewlett-Packard\HP Support Assistant\HP Support Assistant Quick Start'

Windows OS versionsDistribution by Windows OS

OS versiondistribution
Windows 7 Home Premium 42.00%
Windows 8 24.50%
Windows 8.1 17.50%
Windows 7 Home Basic 6.00%
Windows 8.1 Pro 3.50%
Windows 7 Ultimate 2.00%
Windows 7 Professional 2.00%
Windows Vista Ultimate 1.50%
Windows 8 Pro 1.00%

Distribution by countryDistribution by country

United States installs about 64.50% of HP Support Assistant.

OEM distributionDistribution by PC manufacturer

PC Manufacturerdistribution
Hewlett-Packard 98.00%
GIGABYTE 2.00%
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