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How to remove hpfsched error


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hpfsched.exe file information

The process belongs to the software hpfsched.exe by unknown.

Description: File hpfsched.exe is located in the folder C:\Windows. Known file sizes on Windows XP are 35,328 bytes (43% of all occurrence), 36,352 bytes, 36,864 bytes.
The program has a visible window. There is no file information. Program is loaded during the Windows boot process (see Registry key: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run). The file is not a Windows system file. Therefore the technical security rating is 36% dangerous, however also read the users reviews.

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External information from Paul Collins:

  • "hpfsched" is not required to run at start up. HPFSCHED is a small TSR that will remind you to clean the cartridges in your DeskJet from time to time in order to keep print quality high. It can be removed from the run line in win.ini if you do not want that feature

Important: Some malware camouflage themselves as hpfsched.exe, particularly if they are located in c:\windows or c:\windows\system32 folder. Thus check the hpfsched.exe process on your pc whether it is pest. We recommend Security Task Manager for verifying your computer's security. It is one of the Top Download Picks of 2005 of The Washington Post and PC World.

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HPFSCHED is a small TSR that will remind you to clean the cartridges in your DeskJet
  Dave Glorioso  

Summary: 1 user think hpfsched.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.

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