Bkapcs.exe is an executable file associated with the Belkin USB Print and Storage Center. This software is developed by Belkin International, Inc. The .exe extension of this filename indicates an executable file which can, in some cases, harm your computer.
The Belkin USB Print and Storage Center is a utility software that allows users to manage USB devices connected to a Belkin router. It provides an interface for users to easily access and manage USB storage devices and printers that are connected to the router. This makes it possible to share these devices across the network.
Bkapcs.exe is needed for the Belkin USB Print and Storage Center to function properly. It is responsible for executing the tasks associated with the software. Without this file, the software may not work as intended.
If you notice that the file is causing issues, such as slowing down your computer or causing software crashes, it may be necessary to remove it. You should only remove it if you know what you're doing or if advised by a professional, as it could affect the functioning of the Belkin USB Print and Storage Center.
Malware often disguises itself as Bkapcs.exe. If the file is located outside of the C:\Program Files\Belkin\Belkin USB Print and Storage Center directory, it could be a sign of a virus or malware infection, and you should run a full system scan to ensure your system's security.
Description: Bkapcs.exe is not essential for the Windows OS and causes relatively few problems. Bkapcs.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files" (common is C:\Program Files\Belkin\Belkin USB Print and Storage Center\).
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 55,296 bytes (68% of all occurrences) or 49,152 bytes.
It is the Belkin USB Center Helper service.
There is no file information. The Bkapcs.exe file is not a Windows core file. The program is not visible.
Therefore the technical security rating is 59% dangerous; but you should also compare this rating with the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
You could remove the entire program Belkin USB Print and Storage Center or USB Control Center using Windows Control Panel.
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as Bkapcs.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the Bkapcs.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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Claims to be a Belkin modem/router file David
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Best practices for resolving Bkapcs issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with Bkapcs. This means running a scan for malware, cleaning your hard drive using 1cleanmgr and 2sfc /scannow, 3uninstalling programs that you no longer need, checking for Autostart programs (using 4msconfig) and enabling Windows' 5Automatic Update. Always remember to perform periodic backups, or at least to set restore points.
Should you experience an actual problem, try to recall the last thing you did, or the last thing you installed before the problem appeared for the first time. Use the 6resmon command to identify the processes that are causing your problem. Even for serious problems, rather than reinstalling Windows, you are better off repairing of your installation or executing the 7DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-image /Restorehealth command. This allows you to repair the operating system without losing data.
To get your computer running as fast as it did on day one, you can 8reset your PC. Your personal files will remain intact, but any programs you installed will need to be reinstalled.
To help you analyze the Bkapcs.exe process on your computer, the following programs have proven to be helpful: ASecurity Task Manager displays all running Windows tasks, including embedded hidden processes, such as keyboard and browser monitoring or Autostart entries. A unique security risk rating indicates the likelihood of the process being potential spyware, malware or a Trojan. A good Bantivirus software detects and removes sleeping spyware, adware, Trojans, keyloggers, malware and trackers from your hard drive.
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David
One user is not sure about it.