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StartupList Index

Currently 17175 startuplist entries and growing...
Last updated on 2008-08-21 15:41:23 Eastern.
!! THESE ARE STARTUP PROGRAMS AND NOT TASK MANAGER PROCESS ITEMS !!


For more information on startup programs, including how to identify them and the information required for submitting additions to this list please refer to Content & Info. Reprinted with permission from Paul Collins who owns the copyright to the list. CastleCops also adds additional items that may not be in the original list but attempts are made to ensure the original is also updated. The full HTML list is here.

CastleCops is now hosting the official Pacs-portal forums. CastleCops has also cross-referenced startup entries with our File Hash database where appropriate. Comments or questions can be fielded here.

KEY:
  • "Y" - Normally leave to run at start-up
  • "N" - Not required - typically infrequently used tasks that can be started manually if necessary
  • "U" - User's choice - depends whether a user deems it necessary
  • "X" - Definitely not required - typically viruses, spyware, adware and "resource hogs"
  • "?" - Unknown

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    ABC List: A - B - C - D - E - F - G - H - I - J - K - L - M - N - O - P - Q - R - S - T - U - V - W - X - Y - Z



    Random sampling...
    NameStatusFilenameDescription
    HotbarOEXOEAddOn.exeAdded by Adware.180solutions/Seekmo.Process ADAWARE! Note: Located in \%Program Files%\Hotbar\bin\10.0.356.0\
    HPSCANMonitorUhpsjvxd.exeHP scanning software that enables you to scan images from your scanner. Needed if you're using the scanner
    hp centerNBACKWEB-137903.exeAutomatically detects an internet connection and downloads any available updates from HP.
    Hotfix UpdatXsvdhost32.exeAdded by the GAOBOT.ZW WORM!
    huigeziXHgzServer.exeAdded by the Troj/GrayBrd-AO TROJAN! Note: This worm\trojan file is found in the System (95/98/ME) or System32 (NT/2000/XP) folder.
    HDAudioXhda.exeAdded by the Tactslay.U TROJAN! Note: This worm\trojan is located in C:\%WINDIR%\ folder.
    Hawking Wireless UtilityUHWU8DD.exeRelated to Hawking_Wireless USB Wireless-G Dish Adapter from Hawking Technologies. Note: Located in \%Program Files%\Hawking\HWU8DD\
    HELPERXfrance.exe AsdPlug premium rate adult content dialer variant
    Hawking HWU54G UtilityUHWU54G.exeRelated to Hawking Technologies HWU54G Mini Wireless-G USB Adapter
    HotSurpriseXHotSurprise.exePremium rate adult content dialer
    HotplugUhot_plug.exeRelated to the SiS_Hot_Plug_Application Enables automated driver loading for hotpluggable devices. If this service is stopped, hotplug devices will no longer function. Note: Located in C:\Program Files\Silicon Integrated Systems\SiSRaidPackage\
    HELPERXtemp532.exe AsdPlug premium rate adult content dialer variant
    himem.exeXisrprov.exe W32/Stration-FW
    HPDJ Taskbar UtilityUhpztsbol.exe, hpztsd0*.exe, hpztsb0*.exe,(* = digit)(1) Ghostscript device driver for printers understanding Hewlett-Packard's Printer Command Language - see here for more info
    or
    (2) Creates 1 or all 3 icons on taskbar. The 1st one has a yellow border around it warning that ink is low on the printer. The 2nd one is HP Device Detection Software and the 3rd one is about a card being inserted into the Hp printer 
    huhdir?huhdir.exe??
    hotplugXhotplug.exe Trojan.Downloader.Agent.AM
    HbinstXHbinst.exeHotbar enhances the surfing experience offering a variety of innovative and fresh skins to the browser while providing users worldwide with access to various services of added value and fun. Also regarded as adware/spyware due to it's adds and browsing habits information gathering - see here
    hwsXhws.exeAdded by Troj/StartPa-CT Note: located in C:\Windows\System (Win9x/Me), C:\%WINDIR%\System32 (XP/WinNT/2K)
    HitQXHitQ.exeHijacker, for more information Click_Here
    heomstoolXheomstool.exeAdded by the Heoms TROJAN! Note: This trojan file is found in the System (95/98/ME) or System32 (NT/2000/XP) folder. Creates multiple files.
    HP Update AssistantXHPAware.exeAdded by a password stealer trojan, identified as Trj/Downloader.MRO
    HP ScanPictureNhpsplmwa.exeHP multifunction scanner software. Available from HP Office Jet R Toolbox so not required
    helpmanagerXspoler.exeAdded by the RANDEX.J VIRUS!
    HELPERXnew_zealand.exe AsdPlug premium rate adult content dialer variant
    hdlfoe df98ndfXsvchots.exeAdded by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
    helloworldXnb32ext3.exeAdded by the MYTOB.JT WORM!
    HotSync ManagerNhotsync.exeInstalled when connecting a Palm HotSync cradle up to a USB port. The Blue and Red Arrow Icon that enables Palm / Handspring Synchronizing.  Available via Start -> Programs
    HitwarePKLiteUHITWAR~1.EXE Hitware Popup Killer Lite
    hpodlb08Nhpodlb08.exeHP OfficeJet Scan Button Monitor on a multi-function printer/copier/scanner. Start your scanning software manually
    HPPWRSAVUHPPWRSAV.EXEPower save related for HP Scanners. Many users have complained of system freezes with it running but it stops the light from remaining on all the time. Try www.hp.com, pick your OS option under the SUPPORT tab, follow the instructions and you will find an updated lamp control patch
    HughesNet ToolsUmatcli.exe"matcli.exe is a motive Assistant Command line interface that gathers information about your system's identity like your name email address, city, county, etc and gets written to a log file". HughesNet Help is required to run with the Help and Support program. If you uncheck HughesNet Help and and then run Help and Support it will add another HughesNet Help in the startup menu. If you remove the HughesNet Help in the add/remove program some help menus in help and support will not be available. You decide. Note: Located in \%Program Files%\HughesNet Tools\bin\
    HotPixXhotpix.exeAdult content dialler
    HPHUPD06Nhphupd06.exeBelongs to the HP Photosmart application and is responsible for keeping this software upto date. This program is not essential to the running of the system
    h4te Service DriversXh4te.exeAdded by a variant of the WIN32.RBOT WORM!
    HP Presentation ReadyNPresRdy.exeHP Omnibook related:  "Press a dedicated button above the keyboard and the system will instantly load your presentation software and change the screen resolution to match your display device"
    HP Simple TraxNHpcron.exeSupplied with HP CD-RW drives - stores information about CD contents on your hard drive. Available via Start -> Programs or Desktop Icon
    HPZTS04Nhpzts04.exeHewlett Packard printer toolbox shortcut that resides in the system tray
    HistoriaLout.XGDC.exeDetected by AVG antivirus as Fake_AntiSpyware.GA
    HondaHelperUHondaHelper.exeRelated to Honda_Music_Link With Honda Music Link connected, use the audio system's controls to play and search for music on your iPod® in you car. Note: Located in \%Program Files%\Honda TTS\
    HOI ServicesXholsvc32.exeAdded by the W32/AGOBOT-SF WORM!
    H/PC Connection AgentUWCESCOMM.EXEActive sync for use with Windows CE based palm PC
    H2OWIBUUCXWibu.exeRelated to CodeMeter from WIBU-SYSTEMS AG. Software protection hardware. Note: Located in C:\Program Files\WIBUKEY\H2O\
    Hermes MessengerUDGDRHE~1.EXEA LAN messenger alternative to WinPopUp - Digital Dreams Software
    HXDL.EXE or HXIUL.EXEXHXDL.EXE,HXIUL.EXEAttune HelpExpress - spyware. Disable and uninstall - see here
    HPHUPD08Uhphupd08.exeRelated to Photosmart_Essential_Software from Hewlett-Packard Edit photos, create albums, easily share photos with your family and friends. Note: Located in %\Program Files%\HP\Digital Imaging\{33D6CC28-9F75-4d1b-A11D-98895B3A3729}\
    Hostname Manager ServerXhost32srv.exeAdded by a variant of the Win32/Rbot.IAV family of worms and IRC backdoor Trojans. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\inetsrv\
    HDhelp?tbhdhelp.exeAssociated with Philips Edge series soundcards. Is it required?
    hpaiodeviceNhpodev07.exeDirect from HP - "Device Objects Server - detects all device events and handles all ongoing communication on the device. Loads in the Startup group (except when "portable" is chosen during installation)". Related to various HP all-in-one printer/scanner/copier devices. They print and copy fine with those files disabled, and the icon installed on the desktop that points to "hpodir07.exe" works just fine if you need to use the scanner
    Hot_KissXHot_Kiss.exeAdult content dialler
    hotfixXmsnnmaneger.exeIdentified as a variant of the W32/Gaobot.worm.gen.ca worm. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\ Note: Use SDFix under supervision.
    Hardware DoctorUHwdoctor.exeWinbond Hardware Doctor - as included on some motherboard using Winbond\'s hardware monitoring chips. Displays fan speeds, voltages, temperatures. Only required if you\'re concerned about your system temperature - typically for "overclocked" systems
    HwpXsystem_wc.exeAdded by Eziin adware
    HP AutoIndexerUhppautoindexer.exeInstalled by HP multi-function printer driver software, related to PC faxing. If you are not using the PC faxing feature you can go ahead and disable these services from the startup
    HP Health Check ScheduleUHPHC_Scheduler.exeHP Health Check Scheduler from Hewlett-Packard
    HPl ServicesXhmlsvc32.exeAdded by the W32/AGOBOT-SI or W32/Agobot-SM or W32/Agobot-SN and W32/Agobot-ATK WORMS!

    This is NOT a list of tasks/processes taken from Task Manager or the Close Program window (CTRL+ALT+DEL) but a list of startup applications, although you will find some of them listed via this method. Pressing CTRL+ALT+DEL identifies programs that are currently running - not necessarily at startup. For a list of tasks/processes you should try the list at AnswersThatWork. Therefore, before ending a task/process via CTRL+ALT+DEL just because it has an "X" recommendation, please check whether it's in MSCONFIG or the registry first. An example would be "svchost.exe" - which doesn't appear in either under normal conditions but does via CTRL+ALT+DEL. If in doubt, don't do anything.
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