Should I remove HP 3D DriveGuard?

Should I remove HP 3D DriveGuard?

There shouldn’t be an issue with removing the software, but it’s in your best interest to keep it in case of any accidents. “Better safe than sorry.” Anyhow, if you insist, I believe you can simply uninstall HP 3D DriveGuard from Control Panel. I used to be an HP Expert.

What is HP 3D DriveGuard and do I need it?

HP 3D DriveGuard is designed to protect your hard drive from external shocks, for example, dropping your laptop. HP 3D DriveGuard is a must-have for those who are continually moving their laptops. HP 3D DriveGuard will install, but won’t show up, nor do anything for desktop and SSD users.

How do I turn off HP 3D DriveGuard?

According to the manual for Drive Guard on page 6, you should be able to disable the software via Control Panel/Drive Guard/Settings.

What is AccelerometerST EXE?

The genuine AccelerometerST.exe file is a software component of HP 3D DriveGuard by Hewlett-Packard. HP 3D DriveGuard is a peripheral hardware device for select HP ProBook and EliteBook models that protects the hard drive from shocks and drops. AccelerometerSt.exe runs the system tray process for the 3D DriveGuard.

What is hp3d DriveGuard?

HP 3D DriveGuard is designed to protect your hard drive from such unfortunate events. The freeware guards your H{ computer hard drive against external shocks and other accidents. The tool relies on a three-axis digital accelerometer designed to work as a motion sensor.

How do I install the HP 3D DriveGuard on Windows 10?

Open the Windows Control Panel, select Programs and Features, right click the entry for the HP 3D DriveGuard, and select Uninstall. When this has completed, restart the notebook. When you are at the Windows desktop, download and install this version of HP 3D DriveGuard at the link below, and restart the PC.

How do I remove AccelerometerSt exe?

AccelerometerST.exe system error fix: “Open windows Control Panel, open Programs and Features, right click the entry for HP 3D DriveGuard and select Uninstall. When this has completed, restart the notebook.

How do I fix the AccelerometerSt exe application error?

Fix: AccelerometerSt.exe Error on Windows 10

1. Solution 1: Run an SFC scan.
2. Solution 2: Un-register and then re-register VCRUNTIME140.
3. Solution 3: Uninstall HP 3D DriveGuard (For HP users only)
4. Solution 4: Download and install Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Package Update 3 for Visual Studio 2015.

How does HP 3D DriveGuard work?

HP 3D DriveGuard receives notifications from the integrated accelerometer and protects the HDD by automatically parking the heads to reduce the risk of damage if the device is accidentally dropped or is abruptly impacted by another object. Once you have downloaded it, run the setup file.

How do I get rid of HP bloatware?

You can uninstall all the listed bloatware except HP CoolSense and HP Support Assistant. You can uninstall them in the list of programs in your control panel , right click the apps and hit Uninstall.

What HP services can I disable?

You can uninstall all the listed bloatware except HP CoolSense and HP Support Assistant. The applications are not required and it will do no harm at all when you remove those.

How do I uninstall the HP 3D DriveGuard?

Open the Windows Control Panel, select Programs and Features, right click the entry for the HP 3D DriveGuard, and select Uninstall. When this has completed, restart the PC.

Why is the HP 3D DriveGuard driver displayed as an unknown device?

After an upgrade from Windows 7, 8 or 8.1 to Windows 10 is completed, the HP 3D DriveGuard driver is displayed as an unknown device. Device Manager displays an exclamation mark (yellow bang) indicating there is a problem with the driver. To resolve this issue, download and install the appropriate version of HP ProtectSmart for your model.

How do I Turn Off drive guard?

According to the manual for Drive Guard on page 6, you should be able to disable the software via Control Panel/Drive Guard/Settings. Edit, link broken. Was this reply helpful? Yes No

Is HP 3D drive guard the cause of my stuttering?

I recently determined that HP 3D Drive Guard is the reason for my periodic stuttering when gaming on my laptop. I place my laptop on my lap when gaming, and I realized that the stuttering is occuring seconds after i shift my posture or move my legs.