How to remove an SDMCP error

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SDMCP.exe file information

The process known as MCPServer belongs to software Stardock MCP Core Services (System Extensions and Hooks) by Stardock (www.stardock.com).

Description: The file SDMCP.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files\Common Files" (typically C:\Program Files\Common Files\Stardock\). Known file sizes on Windows 7/XP are 241,664 bytes (76% of all occurrences) or 253,952 bytes.
The program is not visible. The file is not a Windows core file. SDMCP.exe is able to record inputs. Therefore the technical security rating is 37% dangerous, however also read the users reviews.
You can completely remove ObjectDock Plus or DesktopX (Control Panel⇒Add/Remove programs).

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Important: Some malware camouflages itself as SDMCP.exe, particularly when located in the c:\windows or c:\windows\system32 folder. Therefore, you should check the SDMCP.exe process on your PC to see if it is a threat. We recommend Security Task Manager for verifying your computer's security. This was one of the Top Download Picks of The Washington Post and PC World.

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User Comments

it is a part of desktopx software
Govind

Because I wrong uninstalled DesktopX , it's make my Start panel freez. I have to shut it down manualy everytime after logon.
Pavel

I believe it's harmless but still annoying. I mean all you have to do is open task manager and end it. That's if you are using any stardock product if not then definetely go to C:program files/common.../stardock and delete the folder
Kenshin

Its part of Stardock.com's software, used in ObjectDock, DesktopX, IconX, it is a required file if you have them.
Jeremy Yak (further information)

Occationally spawns update.exe. I hate automatic updating of anything, however this is part of Stardock Central so it's harmless unless exploited.
Brandon

Its a Stardock app
hanzZz

SDMCP internally populates a list of System Tray and Taskbar entries, which is queried by ControlCenter, DesktopX, ObjectBar, ObjectDock, RightClick, and maybe others. Removal of this file will not cease function in these applications, but will negate the systray/taskbar feature. To safely shut this down, copy/paste this into Start- Run: [ "%commonprogramfiles%\stardock\SDMCP.exe" -shutdown ] (Without the [ ])
milksama (further information)

I test and use many software programs
koop

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Summary: Average user rating of SDMCP.exe: based on 24 votes with 9 reviews.

13 users think SDMCP.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. 2 users think it's probably harmless. 8 users think it's neither essential nor dangerous. 1 user suspect danger. 2 users doesn't grade SDMCP.exe ("not sure about it").

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