HP BIOS Configuration Utility
What is HP BIOS Configuration Utility? (from Hewlett-Packard)
This package contains a utility used to manage BIOS settings and BIOS password for supported models running a supported operating system.
Overview
HP BIOS Configuration Utility is a program developed by Hewlett-Packard. It is bundled and preinstalled with various Hewlett-Packard computers. The most used version is 3.2.3.1, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. The software installer includes 4 files and is usually about 4.29 MB (4,494,258 bytes). In comparison to the total number of users, most PCs are running the OS Windows 7 (SP1) as well as Windows 10. While about 44% of users of HP BIOS Configuration Utility come from the United States, it is also popular in Netherlands and Germany.
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.Hewlett-PackardCompany.com
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\Hewlett-Packard\BIOS Configuration Utility\
Uninstaller: MsiExec.exe /I{1B0AE7F1-30A4-4F70-BB8A-99BE988E4652}
(The Windows Installer is used for the installation, maintenance, and removal.)
Estimated size: 4.29 MB
Language: English (United States)
Files installed by HP BIOS Configuration Utility
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BiosConfigUtility.exe - HP BIOS Configuration Utility
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BiosConfigUtility64.exe
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HPQPswd.exe - HPQPswd Application
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HPQPswd64.exe
How do I remove HP BIOS Configuration Utility?
You can uninstall HP BIOS Configuration Utility 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 BIOS Configuration Utility, 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 BIOS Configuration Utility.
OS VERSIONS
Win 7 (SP1) 59%
Win Vista (SP2) 1%
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USER ACTIONS
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Uninstall it 7%
Keep it 93%
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GLOBAL RANK
 #16,267
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Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
| Windows 7 |
60.44% |
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| Windows 10 |
37.97% |
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| Windows XP |
0.95% |
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| Windows Vista |
0.63% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
| Windows 7 Professional |
40.71% |
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| Windows 10 Pro |
14.10% |
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| Windows 7 Ultimate |
8.65% |
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| Windows 8.1 Pro |
8.01% |
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| Windows 7 Home Premium |
6.41% |
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| Windows 7 Enterprise |
4.81% |
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Geography
44.39% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
| United States |
44.39% |
| Netherlands |
5.08% |
| Germany |
5.08% |
| Italy |
4.01% |
| United Kingdom |
3.48% |
| France |
2.41% |
| Sweden |
2.41% |
| Canada |
2.41% |
| India |
2.14% |
| Austria |
1.87% |
| Spain |
1.60% |
| Australia |
1.34% |
| Croatia |
1.34% |
| Slovakia |
1.34% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
| Hewlett-Packard |
97.21% |
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| Dell |
1.05% |
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| Compaq |
0.70% |
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| Intel |
0.35% |
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| Lenovo |
0.35% |
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| Acer |
0.35% |
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Common models |
| HP Compaq 8100 Elite SFF ... |
4.20% |
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| HP Z420 Workstation |
4.20% |
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| HP EliteBook 8460p |
3.82% |
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| HP ProBook 450 G2 |
3.44% |
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| HP EliteBook 8440p |
2.29% |
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| HP EliteBook 8560w |
2.29% |
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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