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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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    Random sampling...
    NameStatusFilenameDescription
    HawkEye IV Control PanelUHAWK_32.EXEControl Panel application for the old Number Nine graphics cards to change resolution, colour depth, etc. Available via Start -> Programs
    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
    HomeAlarmUHomeAlarm.exeChameleon Clock - system tray clock replacement
    hdlpscomXnetgzygt.exe.exeAdded by the W32/Rbot-FUL WORM! Note: This worm\trojan is located in C:\Windows\System (Win9x/Me), C:\%WINDIR%\System32 (XP/WinNT/2K) The file name IS (random 8 letters).exe
    hpcmpmgrNhpcmpmgr.exeChecks the internet for updated drivers/utilities for your HP product - update manually. Also, disabling will obviously get rid of the more or less common error message: "Windows can't shutdown the computer because hpcmpmgr.exe can't be ended" Can also be the cause of Windows being Minimized for no reasons.
    HELPERXcanada.exe AsdPlug premium rate adult content dialer variant
    HP Instant SupportUmatcli.exe"matcli.exe is a motive Assistant Command line interface that gathers information about your system\'s identity like your name email address, city, state, etc and gets written to a log file". HP Instant Support is required to run with the Help and Support program. If you uncheck HP Instant Support and and then run Help and Support it will add another HP Instant Support in the startup menu. If you remove the HP Instant Support in the add/remove program some help menus in help and support will not be available. You decide
    hellodollyXshost.exeAdded by the YODO VIRUS!
    hotwetloveXhotwetlove.exeAdult content dialler. Will not uninstall - components have to be manually deleted
    HPHmon**UHPHMON**.EXEMonitors the status of the memory card reader slot on a HP printers and displays a tray icon if a memory card isn\'t inserted. Also creates a virtual drive and assigns it the first available drive letter - which can lead to problems with drive management. ** represents the version number. Disable if you don\'t use the reader
    HP software updateNHPWuSchd.exeHP software updates. If a shortcut doesn't exist, create your own and run it manually
    HpMmKbdUHpMmKbd.exeHP’s multimedia keyboard driver which enables the end-user to use the automation features of the HP multimedia keyboard
    httpdXbrowse.exeAdded by the Win32.Tactslay.C TROJAN! Note: This worm\trojan is located in C:\%WINDIR%\ folder.
    Hostren.exeXHostren.exeAdded by PWS.BANKER.F, a variant of the BANKER-BO TROJAN!
    HP Visualize Init?HpVisIni.exeHP Visualize software related. What does it do and is it required?
    HP Laser Jet DirectorUhppdirector.exeSystem Tray icon that opens various functions such as copy, fax, email, scan, copy plus, etc. Right-click on it and you see a few options such as the preceding bar plus About, Help, ToolBox, Exit, etc
    hphmon05Nhphmon05.exeRelated to HP Photosmart , http://www.liutilities.com/products/wintaskspro/processlibrary/hphmon05/ software from Hewlett Packard provides easy access to flash card reading functions. This program is a non-essential process, but should not be terminated unless suspected to be causing problems
    http://www.lienvandekelder.com/XLienVandeKelder.exeAdded by the W32/Mytob-EO WORM! Note: This worm\trojan file is found in the System (95/98/ME) or System32 (NT/2000/XP) folder.
    HP ScanPatchUHPScanFix.exeProgram that starts up and automatically fixes earlier versions of the Scanjet 5100c software. If a Scanjet 5100C scanner is not going to be used, then it is safe to remove or prevent from starting
    HaMFrontPanelUhampanel.exeDisplays a panel simulating modem lights for the Intel HaM internal modem. The lights are useful as a reminder to disconnect from the net if you are likely to forget, but otherwise pointless
    HelpXlshost.exeIdentified as a variant of the Trojan-Clicker.Win32.Delf.aro malware. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\ Note: Use SDFix under supervision.
    HWinstYN/AFor Gilat Communications internet satellite systems. Gilat rescue (Satellite system restore). Required if you have this system. Can cause a BSOD (blue screen of death) if left out
    High Definition Audio Property Page ShortcutNHDAudPropShortcut.exeRealtek audio card related; probably adds the odd feature to one of the "Sounds" Control Panel applet tabs - doesn't appear to be required.
    hotdlllXremote.cmd Troj/Banker-EHG Read the link, steals information
    HP JetDiscoveryNHPJETDSC.EXEHP JetAdmin software which monitors printing jobs on a network environment
    High Definition Audio Property Page ShortcutUHDAShCut.exeRelated to Realtek audio cards
    HOI ServicesXholsvc32.exeAdded by the W32/AGOBOT-SF WORM!
    hp psc 1000 seriesUhpohmr08.exeSystem Tray icon indicating when the printer is ready. Can be started manually with HP Director but takes time to start. Note: Located in \%Program Files%\Hewlett-Packard\Digital Imaging\bin\
    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
    HP IDScheduler?HPIDSCHD.exeHP Instant Delivery Scheduler
    HwpXsystem_wc.exeAdded by Eziin adware
    hid_startXgzmrotate.dllAdded by AdRotator/IconAds ADware! Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\
    HP OfficeJet Series xxx Startup?HPOSTR03.EXEHPOstr05.exexxx represents the series number - such as 700. What does it do and it it required?
    HornetMonitorUMntrHrnt.exeRelated to Hornet_Monitor Monitoring System that detects and responds to unauthorized access attempts and sources of channel interference on any local DSSS network. Note: Located in C:\Program Files\Common Files\Hornet\
    HP Info ExpressN??On HP PCs, allows the computer to automatically receive notifications from HP over the Internet. Associated with BackWeb
    helpXhelp.scr Troj/Bancos-BBU Read the link, steals information
    HareUhare.exeHare - improve and optimize performance of desktop/laptop PCs
    HTML Help SystemXhhs.pifAdded by the W32/Rbot-ATB WORM! Note: This worm\trojan file is found in the System (95/98/ME) or System32 (NT/2000/XP) folder.
    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\
    hidenXhiden.exeAdded by the AGENT-IW TROJAN!
    Hot CornersUHotc.exeHot Corners - "lets you quickly activate or disable your screen saver by moving the mouse into a given corner of the screen"
    HELPERXtemp532.exe AsdPlug premium rate adult content dialer variant
    Hewlett Packard ManagerXhpmanager.exeAdded by the W32.Mytob.KE WORM! Note: This worm file is found in the System (95/98/ME) or System32 (NT/2000/XP) folder.
    Hardware Shell DetectionXWinHSD.exeAdded by an unidentified TROJAN! Note: of the Win32/Rbot Family. Note: This worm\trojan is located in C:\Windows\System (Win9x/Me), C:\%WINDIR%\System32 (XP/WinNT/2K)
    HATAPEX(Pathname of,the Trojan exe)Added by the Troj/Banker-QF TROJAN!
    HostManagerNAOLSoftware.exeQuoted from AOL Beta Team, "Manages a component essential to the operation of most current AOL software, client or not. You should be able to remove it from Startup (it'll just load when Explorer is launched, which will extend load time a bit), but do leave it on your system".
    HP_dlaNdlatray.exeOn HP PCs, tray icon for dla - which provides drive letter access to HP's and Veritas' version of DirectCD
    HMV PowerSourceXhmusvc32.exeAdded by the W32/Sdbot-YW Worm!
    hpScannerFirstBoot?scannerfb.exeHP scanner related
    HalifaxHowardClusterUskinkers.exe Howard_the_Weatherman desktop client from Halifax by Skinkers - marketing/messaging tool. Leave enabled if you want to receive messages
    HGTXPEINFirstReboot.exeHerucles Audio tool for the Hercules Game Theater XP soundcard. Available via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel
    HijSrv32Xhijsrv.exeAdded by the Troj/Bankgerm-D TROJAN! Note: This trojan file is found in the Windows or Winnt folder.
    Hotfix UpdatXsvdhost32.exeAdded by the GAOBOT.ZW WORM!
    Hrn_qtvXhrnsvc32.exeAdded by the W32/Sdbot-AET WORM! Note: This worm file is found in the System (95/98/ME) or System32 (NT/2000/XP) folder.
    hpoddt01.exeUhpotdd01.exehpotdd01.exe is installed alongside HP Multimedia products and is responsible for digital imaging. "This program is a non-essential process, but should not be terminated unless suspected to be causing problems."

    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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