Should I remove Parallels Access?
What percent of users and experts removed it?
9% remove it91% keep it
What do people think about it?
(click star to rate)
How common is it?
Global Rank #19,981
United States Rank #16,497
Reach 0.0110%
Lifespan of installation (until removal)
< 5.07 days
119.18 days >
Average installed length: 62.62 days
Versions
| Version | Distribution |
| 3.1.4.31301 |
2.31% |
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| 3.1.0.31288 |
3.24% |
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| 3.0.2.30719 |
12.50% |
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| 3.0.1.30654 |
2.78% |
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| 3.0.0.30322 |
2.78% |
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| 3.0.0.30321 |
0.46% |
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| 2.5.2.29536 |
12.96% |
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| 2.5.1.29529 |
4.17% |
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| 2.5.0.29444 |
5.09% |
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| 2.1.1.26419 |
12.96% |
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| 2.1.1.26415 |
9.72% |
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| 2.1.0.26400 |
2.31% |
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| 2.0.1.26213 |
7.87% |
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| 2.0.0.26202 |
2.78% |
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| 1.1.23366 |
0.46% |
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| 1.1.23364 |
0.93% |
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| 1.1.23354 |
1.39% |
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| 1.0.22731 |
9.72% |
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| 1.0.22682 |
5.56% |
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Parallels Access
from Parallels Software International Inc
Overview
Parallels Access is a program developed by Parallels Software International Inc. The most used version is 2.5.2.29536, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. Upon installation and setup, it defines an auto-start registry entry which makes this program run on each Windows boot for all user logins. It adds a background controller service that is set to automatically run. Delaying the start of this service is possible through the service manager. The software installer includes 47 files. In comparison to the total number of users, most PCs are running the OS Windows 10 as well as Windows 7 (SP1). While about 55% of users of Parallels Access come from the United States, it is also popular in Germany and United Kingdom.
Program details
URL: www.parallels.com
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\Parallels\Parallels Access\
Uninstaller: MsiExec.exe /X{DBF45F0B-6B46-4CFD-A56E-475900A4BE4F}
(The Windows Installer is used for the installation, maintenance, and removal.)
Files installed by Parallels Access
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IOHooks.dll - Parallels Access 3.0.2 (Parallels Hook Module)
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pax_up2date_ctl.exe - Parallels Access 2.1.1 (Parallels Up-2-Date)
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paxctl.exe - Parallels Service Control Tool
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prl_deskctl_agent.exe - Parallels Access 2.5.2 (Parallels Access Agent)
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prl_deskctl_wizard.exe - Parallels Access
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prl_pm_service.exe - Parallels Dispatcher Service
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prl_sdk.dll - Parallels Public API
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prl_dash_pm.exe - Parallels Tools 2.1.1 (Parallels Coherence service)
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prl_deskctl_helper.exe - Parallels Desktop Control Helper
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prl_deskctl_hook.dll - Parallels Tools 3.0.2 (Parallels Descktop Control Hook)
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prl_hook.dll - Parallels Helper Hook
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prl_disp_service.exe - Parallels Access 1.0
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prl_up2date_ctl.exe
Behaviors exhibited
2 Services
- prl_pm_service.exe runs as a service named 'Parallels Access Dispatcher Service' (prl_mobdisp).
- prl_disp_service.exe runs as a service named 'Parallels Access Dispatcher Service' (prl_mobdisp).
Startup File (User Run)
- prl_deskctl_wizard.exe is loaded in the current user (HKCU) registry as an auto-starting executable named 'Parallels Access' and executes as "C:\Program Files\Parallels\Parallels Access\Application\prl_deskctl_wizard.exe" --autorun.
Startup File (All Users Run)
- prl_deskctl_wizard.exe is loaded in the all users (HKLM) registry as a startup file name 'PAX' which loads as "C:\Program Files\Parallels\Parallels Access\Application\prl_deskctl_wizard.exe" nopref.
How do I remove Parallels Access?
You can uninstall Parallels Access 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 Parallels Access, 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 Parallels Access.
OS VERSIONS
Win 10 57%
Win Vista (SP2) 1%
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HOW IT STARTS
Automatically starts? Yes
(Found in the run registry)
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USER ACTIONS
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Uninstall it 9%
Keep it 91%
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Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
| Windows 10 |
56.68% |
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| Windows 7 |
42.40% |
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| Windows Vista |
0.92% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
| Windows 8.1 Pro |
13.15% |
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| Windows 7 Ultimate |
13.15% |
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| Windows 7 Home Premium |
13.15% |
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| Windows 7 Professional |
12.21% |
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| Windows 8.1 |
11.27% |
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| Windows 10 Pro |
10.33% |
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Geography
54.98% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
| United States |
54.98% |
| Germany |
8.86% |
| United Kingdom |
6.64% |
| Australia |
3.32% |
| Canada |
3.32% |
| Italy |
3.32% |
| Belgium |
1.85% |
| Switzerland |
1.48% |
| Qatar |
1.48% |
| Sweden |
1.11% |
| Netherlands |
1.11% |
| DK |
0.74% |
| Mexico |
0.74% |
| Austria |
0.74% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
| Hewlett-Packard |
25.37% |
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| Dell |
23.88% |
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| Acer |
15.67% |
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| ASUS |
7.46% |
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| Toshiba |
6.72% |
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| GIGABYTE |
5.97% |
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| Lenovo |
4.48% |
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| Sony |
2.99% |
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| Samsung |
2.24% |
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| Apple |
2.24% |
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| Intel |
1.49% |
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| Medion |
1.49% |
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Common models |
| NOVATECH LTD 4MBB-47708C |
3.42% |
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| Dell OptiPlex 9010 |
3.42% |
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| ASUS All Series |
3.42% |
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| Dell Inspiron One 2320 |
2.56% |
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| TOSHIBA SATELLITE S50-B |
2.56% |
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| Dell XPS 13 9343 |
1.71% |
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