Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools
What is Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools? (from Hewlett-Packard)
HP ProtectTools is a suite of security tools that lets you manage security for your entire fleet of business laptops and desktops from one central point. Thanks to its modular design, you can choose just the protection your business needs to help keep data, networks and communications protected from threats. Whether a ... Read more
Overview
Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools is a program developed by Hewlett-Packard. It is bundled and preinstalled with various Hewlett-Packard computers. The most used version is 5.0.6.0, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. 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 main program executable is HpFkCrypt.exe. The software installer includes 8 files and is usually about 65.28 MB (68,451,591 bytes). In comparison to the total number of users, most PCs are running the OS Windows 7 (SP1) as well as Windows 7. While about 38% of users of Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools come from the United States, it is also popular in France and United Kingdom.
This program is pre-installed on the PC
Such software is installed by the manufacture when delivering the PC to the end user. Some pre-installed programs are considered bloatware as they are simply limited function trials, while others are required for proper PC operation.
Program details
URL: www.safeboot-hp.com
Help link: support.safeboot-hp.com
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\Hewlett-Packard\Drive Encryption\
Uninstaller: msiexec.exe /i {34E6F14D-68F9-486D-87BA-6AA8431F3F44}
(The Windows Installer is used for the installation, maintenance, and removal.)
Estimated size: 65.28 MB
Language: English (United States)
Files installed by Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools
| Program executable: | HpFkCrypt.exe |
| Name: | HP ProtectTools |
| Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools Service |
| Path: | C:\Program Files\Hewlett-Packard\Drive Encryption\HpFkCrypt.exe |
| MD5: | ece81227afe76915aae37eb4ca941454 |
Additional files:
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SbHpFve.dll (by McAfee) - Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools (Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools Plugin)
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SbHpInst.dll (by McAfee) - Installation Helper
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HpFkCrypt.exe - HP ProtectTools (Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools Service)
Behaviors exhibited
Service
- HpFkCrypt.exe runs as a service named 'Drive Encryption Service' (HpFkCryptService) "Provides encryption services for Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools".
How do I remove Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools?
You can uninstall Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools 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 Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools, 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 Drive Encryption for HP ProtectTools.
HOW IT RUNS
Windows Service? Yes
(Installs a service)
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USER ACTIONS
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Uninstall it 9%
Keep it 91%
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GLOBAL RANK
 #5,333
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Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
| Windows 7 |
82.54% |
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| Windows 10 |
9.28% |
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| Windows XP |
4.56% |
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| Windows Vista |
3.62% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
| Windows 7 Professional |
69.48% |
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| Windows 7 Home Premium |
10.99% |
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| Windows 10 Pro |
8.05% |
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| Microsoft Windows XP |
4.05% |
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| Windows Vista Business |
3.33% |
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| Windows 7 Ultimate |
1.44% |
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Geography
38.49% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
| United States |
38.49% |
| France |
5.22% |
| United Kingdom |
4.52% |
| Germany |
3.87% |
| Italy |
3.68% |
| Sweden |
3.40% |
| Netherlands |
3.31% |
| Canada |
2.33% |
| Australia |
2.00% |
| Czech Republic |
1.82% |
| Finland |
1.72% |
| Spain |
1.63% |
| South Africa |
1.44% |
| Belgium |
1.35% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
| Hewlett-Packard |
99.54% |
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| Dell |
0.29% |
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| Acer |
0.17% |
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Common models |
| HP ProBook 4520s |
20.36% |
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| HP ProBook 4720s |
7.93% |
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| HP ProBook 6550b |
6.30% |
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| HP ProBook 4525s |
5.78% |
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| HP 500B Microtower |
4.08% |
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| HP Pro 3130 Microtower PC |
4.08% |
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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