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6, 1, 16, 1 5.88%
4, 6, 10, 1 41.18%
4, 6, 8, 1 35.29%
4, 5, 10, 1 5.88%
4, 5, 1, 1 5.88%
4, 1, 13, 1 5.88%

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hputils.dll

HP Software Framework by Hewlett-Packard Company (Signed)

Remove hputils.dll
Version:   6, 1, 16, 1
MD5:   2bc726869c61cface1ccb68a24257cb2
SHA1:   fe682ecc875f22230e801a289d377fdc0bbefb04

Overview

hputils.dll is loaded as dynamic link library that runs in the context of a process. It is installed with a couple of know programs including HP CoolSense published by Hewlett-Packard, ESU for Microsoft Windows 7 SP1 from Hewlett-Packard and ESU for Microsoft Windows 7 SP1 by Hewlett-Packard. The file is digitally signed by Hewlett-Packard Company which was issued by the VeriSign certificate authority (CA).

DetailsDetails

File name:hputils.dll
Publisher:Hewlett-Packard Company
Product name:HP Software Framework
Description:hputils
Typical file path:C:\Program Files\hewlett-packard\shared\hputils.dll
File version:6, 1, 16, 1
Size:3.02 MB (3,169,056 bytes)
Build date:5/13/2013 5:59 PM
Certificate
Issued to:Hewlett-Packard Company
Authority (CA):VeriSign
Digital DNA
File packed:No
.NET CLR:No
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ResourcesPrograms

The following programs will install this file
Hewlett-Packard
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HP CoolSense Technology is a feature in some HP notebook computers that combines hardware, software, and mechanical design to dynamically manage the temperature of a notebook, and help keep you comfortable while using it. With CoolSense, in addition to the improved design of air flow through the case, you can adjust the computer for higher performance, cooler operation, or quieter operation. All three settings have their advantages and ...
Hewlett-Packard
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This package installs Microsoft fixes and enhancements for the Microsoft 7 Operating Systems, as well as providing other fixes and enhancements that are specific to the listed notebook models. These fixes and enhancements are required to improve the performance of these notebook models.
Hewlett-Packard
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This package installs Microsoft fixes and enhancements for the Microsoft 7 Operating Systems, as well as providing other fixes and enhancements that are specific to the listed notebook models. These fixes and enhancements are required to improve the performance of these notebook models.
Hewlett-Packard
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The HP Power Manager Utility notifies you when the current notebook power settings do not match the settings that HP recommends.The utility also provides an easy way to restore notebook power settings to the HP recommended settings.
Hewlett-Packard
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This product detection tool gathers data about your HP and Compaq product to assist you in getting quick access to support information. No personal or private data is needed or accessed on your computer. Technical data is gathered for the products supported by this tool and is used to identify the product name. In some instances, the tool may be unable to get the product name. If this happens, the tool will look up the serial number for...
Hewlett-Packard
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Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH
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Windows OS versionsDistribution by Windows OS

OS versiondistribution
Windows 7 Home Premium 76.47%
Windows 7 Professional 11.76%
Windows 8 5.88%
Windows 8.1 5.88%

Distribution by countryDistribution by country

United States installs about 47.06% of HP Software Framework.

OEM distributionDistribution by PC manufacturer

PC Manufacturerdistribution
Hewlett-Packard 100.00%
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