Microsoft Kinect for Windows SDK Beta
Overview
Microsoft Kinect for Windows SDK Beta is a software program developed by Microsoft. The most common release is 1.0.0.11, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. Upon being installed, the software adds a Windows Service which is designed to run continuously in the background. Manually stopping the service has been seen to cause the program to stop functing properly. 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 setup package generally installs about 12 files and is usually about 21.89 MB (22,949,888 bytes). 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 61% of users of Microsoft Kinect for Windows SDK Beta come from the United States, it is also popular in Italy and France.
Program details
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\microsoft research kinectsdk
Uninstaller: MsiExec.exe /X{A76B87D5-7010-4AF3-A4A2-7ED8AA66821D}
(The Windows Installer is used for the installation, maintenance, and removal.)
Estimated size: 21.89 MB
Language: English (United States)
Files installed by Microsoft Kinect for Windows SDK Beta
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kinectsqm.dll - Microsoft Research Kinect for Windows SDK (Kinect for Windows SQM)
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msrkinectaudio.dll - Kinect Audio AEC for Windows
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msrkinectnui.dll - MSRKinect Dynamic Link Library
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microsoft.research.kinect.dll - Microsoft.Research.Kinect
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inuiinstancehelper.dll
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sqmapi.dll - SQM Client
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shapegame.exe - ShapeGame
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winusbcoinstaller.dll - Windows Driver Foundation - User-mode Platform Device Update Co-Installer
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wudfupdate_01009.dll
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kinectmanagementservice.exe - Microsoft RedEye_Haven (Kinect Management Service)
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wdfcoinstaller01009.dll - WDF Coinstaller
Behaviors exhibited
Service
- kinectmanagementservice.exe runs as a service named 'Kinect Management' (KinectManagement) "Provides management of Kinect devices through a COM server. Downloads Audio firmware on device connect.".
How do I remove Microsoft Kinect for Windows SDK Beta?
You can uninstall Microsoft Kinect for Windows SDK Beta 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 Microsoft Kinect for Windows SDK Beta, 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 Microsoft Kinect for Windows SDK Beta.
OS VERSIONS
Win 7 (SP1) 78%
Win 7 4%
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HOW IT RUNS
Windows Service? Yes
(Installs a service)
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USER ACTIONS
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Uninstall it 20%
Keep it 80%
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Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
Windows 7 |
82.61% |
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Windows 10 |
17.39% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
Windows 7 Home Premium |
39.13% |
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Windows 7 Ultimate |
26.09% |
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Windows 7 Professional |
13.04% |
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Windows 8.1 Pro |
8.70% |
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Windows 10 Pro |
4.35% |
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Windows 7 Home Basic |
4.35% |
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Geography
60.53% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
United States |
60.53% |
Italy |
7.89% |
France |
5.26% |
Sweden |
5.26% |
United Kingdom |
5.26% |
South Africa |
2.63% |
Taiwan |
2.63% |
Mexico |
2.63% |
IQ |
2.63% |
Portugal |
2.63% |
Canada |
2.63% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
Hewlett-Packard |
23.53% |
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Acer |
17.65% |
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ASUS |
11.76% |
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American Megatrends |
5.88% |
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Toshiba |
5.88% |
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Sony |
5.88% |
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Samsung |
5.88% |
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MSI |
5.88% |
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Lenovo |
5.88% |
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GIGABYTE |
5.88% |
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Dell |
5.88% |
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Common models |
TOSHIBA SATELLITE P770 |
5.26% |
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Sony VPCEG15FL |
5.26% |
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Samsung RV410/RV510/S3510... |
5.26% |
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NVIDIA 132-CK-NF78 |
5.26% |
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MSI MS-7668 |
5.26% |
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Micro-Star MS-7519 |
5.26% |
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About Microsoft
Microsoft Corporation develops, manufactures, licenses and supports a variety of products and services related to computing.
Publisher URL: www.microsoft.com