PMBDeviceInfoProvider.exe is a software component of PlayMemories Home by Sony. It is also known as the Device Information Provider for the PMB (Picture Motion Browser) software. This executable file is typically located in the C:\Program Files (x86)\Sony\PlayMemories Home directory.
PlayMemories Home, the associated software, is a software suite that enables you to organize and edit photos and videos on your PC. It also allows you to share your media content on various devices such as a TV or another computer. The PMBDeviceInfoProvider.exe component is responsible for providing device information to the software, which is crucial for the correct functioning of the software.
As a part of the PlayMemories Home software, PMBDeviceInfoProvider.exe is necessary for the software to function properly. It helps the software recognize the devices connected to your computer, enabling you to transfer and manage your photos and videos effectively.
If you do not use PlayMemories Home or if this executable is causing problems (like high CPU usage or errors), you might consider removing it. Before doing so, ensure that it's not a malware disguised under this name. Use a reliable antivirus software to scan your system. If it's not a threat and you still wish to remove it, you can uninstall the entire PlayMemories Home software from your system.
Description: PMBDeviceInfoProvider.exe is not essential for the Windows OS and causes relatively few problems. PMBDeviceInfoProvider.exe is located in a subfolder of "C:\Program Files (x86)"—in most cases C:\Program Files (x86)\Sony\PlayMemories Home\ or C:\Program Files (x86)\Sony\PMB\.
Known file sizes on Windows 10/11/7 are 360,224 bytes (23% of all occurrences), 483,864 bytes and 16 more variants.
It runs as service PMBDeviceInfoProvider. The service enables PlayMemories Home to communicate with the device.
The program has no visible window. The program can be removed using the Control Panel's Add\Remove programs applet. PMBDeviceInfoProvider.exe is a Verisign signed file. The file is certified by a trustworthy company. PMBDeviceInfoProvider.exe is not a Windows core file.
Therefore the technical security rating is 18% dangerous, but you should also take into account the user reviews.
Uninstalling this variant:
There is a possibility to uninstall the program using the Control Panel ⇒ Uninstall a Program ⇒ PMB or PlayMemories Home.
Important: Some malware camouflages itself as PMBDeviceInfoProvider.exe, particularly when located in the C:\Windows or C:\Windows\System32 folder. Therefore, you should check the PMBDeviceInfoProvider.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
This was installed as part of a sony camera software suite.
Fabricant Sony Corporation
Legitimate part of Sony HD HandyCam. Located in C:\Program Files\Sony\ Many files starting with PBM(A-V) existed after installing software from a Sony Website as shown in the CamCorder display during a file transfrer to an XP Pro PC. Probably scans device for Model and Serial #. Another lengthy comment on PMBVolumeWatcher.exe for lots of reading... Close this via End SYSTEM Process in Win Task Manager after you restart., unless it's truly needed to transfer-- possibly manage image files such as *.JPG. dt (further information)
Summary: Average user rating of PMBDeviceInfoProvider.exe:
based on 1 vote with 3 user comments.
One user thinks it's probably harmless.
2 users don't grade PMBDeviceInfoProvider.exe ("not sure about it").
Best practices for resolving PMBDeviceInfoProvider issues
A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with PMBDeviceInfoProvider. 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 PMBDeviceInfoProvider.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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dt (further information)
Summary: Average user rating of PMBDeviceInfoProvider.exe: based on 1 vote with 3 user comments. One user thinks it's probably harmless. 2 users don't grade PMBDeviceInfoProvider.exe ("not sure about it").