HsMgr64.exe is an executable file that is part of the HsMgr application. This file is typically associated with audio hardware and is commonly found in the C:\Windows\system directory. It is a component of the audio drivers installed on your computer, specifically those related to ASUS Xonar or C-Media sound cards.
The associated software is primarily used for managing audio hardware on your computer. It helps in the proper functioning of your sound card, ensuring that you can hear sound from your computer. Without this software, your audio hardware may not work correctly.
HsMgr64.exe is needed if you are using an ASUS Xonar or C-Media sound card, as it is a crucial part of the driver software that allows these devices to function properly. If you are not using these specific sound cards, or if you find that this executable is causing problems (like high CPU usage or system crashes), you may consider removing it. Always ensure to check the legitimacy of this file, as sometimes malware can disguise itself as HsMgr64.exe. If you find it in a location other than C:\Windows\system, it might be a sign of a virus or malware.
Description: HsMgr64.exe is not essential for the Windows OS and causes relatively few problems. HsMgr64.exe is located in a subfolder of C:\Windows (mostly C:\Windows\System\).
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 282,112 bytes (99% of all occurrences) or 281,088 bytes.
The software has no file description. The program has no visible window. The HsMgr64.exe file is located in the Windows folder, but it is not a Windows core file. The file is not a Windows system file.
HsMgr64.exe is able to record keyboard and mouse inputs.
Therefore the technical security rating is 81% dangerous; however you should also read the user reviews.
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as HsMgr64.exe. Therefore, you should check the HsMgr64.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.
Summary: Average user rating of HsMgr64.exe:
based on 16 votes with 9 user comments.
14 users think HsMgr64.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application.
One user thinks it's probably harmless.
One user thinks it's neither essential nor dangerous.
2 users don't grade HsMgr64.exe ("not sure about it").
Best practices for resolving HsMgr64 issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with HsMgr64. 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 HsMgr64.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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Summary: Average user rating of HsMgr64.exe: based on 16 votes with 9 user comments. 14 users think HsMgr64.exe is essential for Windows or an installed application. One user thinks it's probably harmless. One user thinks it's neither essential nor dangerous. 2 users don't grade HsMgr64.exe ("not sure about it").