HP MediaSmart Server
from Hewlett-Packard
What is HP MediaSmart Server?
The HP MediaSmart Server is a home server from Hewlett-Packard that runs Microsoft's Windows Home Server operating system.
Overview
HP MediaSmart Server is a software program developed by Hewlett-Packard. The most common release is 1.3.6.21622, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. A scheduled task is added to Windows Task Scheduler in order to launch the program at various scheduled times (the schedule varies depending on the version). The setup package generally installs about 22 files and is usually about 11.33 MB (11,880,448 bytes). The installed file mediasmartupdate.dll is the auto-update component of the program which is designed to check for software updates and notify and apply them when new versions are discovered. Relative to the overall usage of users who have this installed on their PCs, most are running Windows 7 (SP1) and Windows 10. While about 79% of users of HP MediaSmart Server come from the United States, it is also popular in Canada and United Kingdom.
Program details
URL: www.hp.com
Help link: www.hp.com/support
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\hewlett-packard\hp mediasmart server\images
Uninstaller: MsiExec.exe /X{8BC76277-4A32-4F41-8640-0F42D02945AC}
(The Windows Installer is used for the installation, maintenance, and removal.)
Estimated size: 11.33 MB
Language: English (United States)
Files installed by HP MediaSmart Server
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controlcenter.exe - HP MediaSmart Server (NAS Control Center)
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hpconfiguration.dll - HPConfiguration (HP Media Smart Client Software)
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taskscheduler.dll
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connectorsink.dll - ConnectorSink
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dotask.exe - DoTask
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dotask.resources.dll
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hpconfiguration.resources.dll
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hphsconnector.exe - HPHSConnector
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hphsconnector.resources.dll
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mediaaggregation.exe - MediaAggregation
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mediaaggregation.resources.dll
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MediaManager.exe - MediaManager
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mediasmartupdate.dll - MediaSmartUpdate
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mediasmartupdate.resources.dll
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MiscUtil.dll - MiscUtil
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WOL.exe (by digitalindia) - WOL
Behaviors exhibited
3 Scheduled Tasks
- mediaaggregation.exe is scheduled as a task named 'Brian C-iTunes' (Next runs on 02/06/2015 at 12:51).
- controlcenter.exe is scheduled as a task with the class '{A44D796B-157D-4CE9-BF4E-3112025DDF1B}' (runs on registration).
- MediaManager.exe is scheduled as a task named 'Wayne-mediaAgg'.
How do I remove HP MediaSmart Server?
You can uninstall HP MediaSmart Server from your computer by using the Add/Remove Program feature in the Window's Control Panel.
- On the Start menu (for Windows 8, right-click the screen's bottom-left corner), click Control Panel, and then, under Programs, do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall a Program.
- Windows XP: Click Add or Remove Programs.
- When you find the program HP MediaSmart Server, click it, and then do one of the following:
- Windows Vista/7/8/10: Click Uninstall.
- Windows XP: Click the Remove or Change/Remove tab (to the right of the program).
- Follow the prompts. A progress bar shows you how long it will take to remove HP MediaSmart Server.
OS VERSIONS
Win 7 (SP1) 63%
Win 7 1%
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USER ACTIONS
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Uninstall it 4%
Keep it 96%
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GLOBAL RANK
 #25,470
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Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
| Windows 7 |
63.91% |
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| Windows 10 |
24.81% |
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| Windows Vista |
7.52% |
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| Windows XP |
3.76% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
| Windows 7 Home Premium |
24.81% |
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| Windows 7 Ultimate |
21.05% |
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| Windows 7 Professional |
17.29% |
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| Windows 10 Pro |
6.77% |
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| Windows Vista Home Premiu... |
3.76% |
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| Windows 8.1 Pro |
3.76% |
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Geography
79.00% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
| United States |
79.00% |
| Canada |
9.00% |
| United Kingdom |
4.50% |
| Norway |
2.50% |
| France |
1.00% |
| Sweden |
1.00% |
| Jordan |
1.00% |
| Netherlands |
0.50% |
| Germany |
0.50% |
| DK |
0.50% |
| BG |
0.50% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
| Hewlett-Packard |
32.93% |
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| Dell |
28.05% |
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| Acer |
14.63% |
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| ASUS |
7.32% |
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| GIGABYTE |
7.32% |
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| Intel |
3.66% |
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| Sony |
3.66% |
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| Toshiba |
1.22% |
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| Lenovo |
1.22% |
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Common models |
| Acer TravelMate 4730 |
2.75% |
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| ASUSTeK K53E |
2.75% |
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| Dell Dell System Inspir... |
1.83% |
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| HP Pavilion dv6 Notebook ... |
1.83% |
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| MSI MS-7752 |
1.83% |
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| Dell Studio XPS 435T/9000 |
1.83% |
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About Hewlett-Packard
HP provides products, software solutions and services to consumers, from enterprises to consumers including customers in the government, health and education sectors.
Publisher URL: www.hp.com