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7.0.39.15 66.49%
7.0.33.6 8.47%
7.0.32.44 7.41%
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6.0.5.4 1.59%
5.2.9.2 1.94%
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5.1.9.3 0.18%
5.1.8.12 0.18%

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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 r

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
More details

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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