PCSVC.exe is an executable file associated with the EPSON Port Communication Service, developed by SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION. This file is typically located in the C:\Program Files\EPSON\portcommunicationservice directory.
The EPSON Port Communication Service is a software component that facilitates communication between your computer and EPSON devices, such as printers or scanners. It helps in managing and controlling the data transfer process between the computer and the connected EPSON devices.
PCSVC.exe is needed for the proper functioning of EPSON devices connected to your computer. Without it, you may experience difficulties in using your EPSON devices, as the communication between the device and the computer might be disrupted.
You should not remove PCSVC.exe if you are using EPSON devices, as it is a crucial component for their operation. If you suspect that the file is causing problems (like high CPU usage) or if it's not the legitimate version (which could be a virus or malware), you might need to remove or replace it. Always ensure to keep your system and software updated to avoid such issues.
Description: PCSVC.exe is not essential for Windows and will often cause problems. The PCSVC.exe file is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files" (mostly C:\Program Files\EPSON\portcommunicationservice\ or C:\Program Files (x86)\epson\portcommunicationservice\).
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 553,984 bytes (33% of all occurrences), 431,616 bytes, 556,544 bytes, 586,240 bytes or 434,176 bytes.
It is a background process, and the service name is EPSON_Port_Communication_Service.
The program has no visible window. The file is not a Windows core file. The software listens for or sends data on open ports to a LAN or the Internet. The software can be uninstalled in the Control Panel.
Therefore the technical security rating is 47% dangerous; but you should also compare this rating with the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
In case you experience problems using PCSVC.exe, you can uninstall the program using the Control Panel ⇒ Uninstall a Program ⇒ EPSON Port Communication Service.
"Pcsv" is not required to run at start up. Delfin Media Viewer or "Promulgate" adware
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as PCSVC.exe. Therefore, you should check the PCSVC.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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PromulGate.pcsvc, also called Delfin Media Viewer, is an adware based media player. pcsvc.exe is located in "C:\WINDOWS\" on Windows 95/98/ME/XP and "C:\WINNT\" on Windows NT/2000. R.Lanier
Summary: Average user rating of PCSVC.exe:
based on 1 vote with 1 user comment.
One user suspects danger.
Best practices for resolving PCSVC issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with PCSVC. 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 PCSVC.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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R.Lanier
Summary: Average user rating of PCSVC.exe: based on 1 vote with 1 user comment. One user suspects danger.