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60%
60% of PCs block this file from running.
Possible reason:
Performance resource utilization

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7.0.39.15 44.44%
6.1.12.1 11.11%
6.0.4.1 11.11%
5.2.9.2 11.11%
5.1.8.12 11.11%
5.0.14.2 11.11%

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HPSF_Utils.exe

HP Support Assistant by Hewlett-Packard Company (Signed)

Remove HPSF_Utils.exe
Version:   5.1.8.12
MD5:   7408f9386714657c32bda475b6275f70
SHA1:   7efe310523ca814672503222c8439250e8cab7ac
SHA256:   259f1bc7fb85e8c1f585bde10da07eaf05da318af08f46ec05dc20e502b13bc1

What is HPSF_Utils.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_Utils.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 r

DetailsDetails

File name:hpsf_utils.exe
Publisher:Hewlett-Packard Company
Product name:HP Support Assistant
Description:HP Support Assistant Utils
Typical file path:C:\Program Files\hewlett-packard\hp support framework\hpsf_utils.exe
File version:5.1.8.12
Size:25.05 KB (25,656 bytes)
Certificate
Issued to:Hewlett-Packard Company
Authority (CA):VeriSign
Expiration date:Sunday, December 18, 2011
Digital DNA
File packed:No
Code language:Microsoft Visual C# / Basic .NET
.NET CLR:Yes
.NET NGENed:No
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ResourcesPrograms

The following program 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 task 'First Boot' runs daily in the path '\Hewlett-Packard\HP Support Assistant\First Boot'
  • The task 'Opt-in For HP Support Assistant Quick Start' in the path '\Hewlett-Packard\HP Support Assistant\Opt-in For HP Support Assistant Quick Start'
  • Entry path '\Hewlett-Packard\HP Support Assistant\First Boot'

Windows OS versionsDistribution by Windows OS

OS versiondistribution
Windows 7 Home Premium 55.56%
Windows 8 Pro 22.22%
Windows 7 Home Basic 11.11%
Windows 8 Pro with Media Center 11.11%

Distribution by countryDistribution by country

United States installs about 50.00% of HP Support Assistant.

OEM distributionDistribution by PC manufacturer

PC Manufacturerdistribution
Hewlett-Packard 83.33%
GIGABYTE 16.67%
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