Microsoft VSS Writer for SQL Server 2017
Overview
Microsoft VSS Writer for SQL Server 2017 is a software program developed by Microsoft. 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 9 files and is usually about 2.99 MB (3,137,536 bytes). Relative to the overall usage of those who have this installed, most are running it on Windows 10. While about 81% of users of Microsoft VSS Writer for SQL Server 2017 come from the United States, it is also popular in Netherlands and United Kingdom.
Program details
Help link: go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=90958
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\microsoft sql server\140\shared
Uninstaller: MsiExec.exe /I{20B328C9-C6BB-434A-928A-00F05CD820B8}
(The Windows Installer is used for the installation, maintenance, and removal.)
Estimated size: 2.99 MB
Language: English (United States)
Files installed by Microsoft VSS Writer for SQL Server 2017
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dbghelp.dll - Debugging Tools for Windows(R) (Windows Image Helper)
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instapi140.dll - Microsoft SQL Server (SQL Server Instance API DLL)
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sqlboot.dll - SQL Server Edition Settings Library
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sqldumper.exe - SQL External minidumper
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sqlvdi.dll - Virtual Device Interface for BACKUP/RESTORE
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sqlwriter_keyfile.dll - SQL Server Patch KeyFile
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sqlwvss.dll - SQL VSS Writer VSS INTERACTION DLL
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sqlwriter.exe - SQL Server VSS Writer - 64 Bit
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sqlwvss_xp.dll
Behaviors exhibited
Service
- sqlwriter.exe runs as a service named 'Enregistreur VSS SQL Server' (SQLWriter) "Fournit l'interface permettant de sauvegarder/restaurer un serveur Microsoft SQL par le biais de l'infrastructure Windows VSS.".
How do I remove Microsoft VSS Writer for SQL Server 2017?
You can uninstall Microsoft VSS Writer for SQL Server 2017 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 VSS Writer for SQL Server 2017, 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 VSS Writer for SQL Server 2017.
HOW IT RUNS
Windows Service? Yes
(Installs a service)
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USER ACTIONS
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Uninstall it 7%
Keep it 93%
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GLOBAL RANK
 #33,597
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Geography
81.42% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
| United States |
81.42% |
| Netherlands |
7.96% |
| United Kingdom |
1.77% |
| Sweden |
1.77% |
| Singapore |
1.77% |
| South Africa |
1.77% |
| Germany |
0.88% |
| Spain |
0.88% |
| Hungary |
0.88% |
| Ireland |
0.88% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
| Hewlett-Packard |
38.18% |
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| Dell |
20.00% |
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| Lenovo |
14.55% |
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| ASUS |
7.27% |
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| Acer |
7.27% |
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| Intel |
5.45% |
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| Toshiba |
1.82% |
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| Samsung |
1.82% |
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| Medion |
1.82% |
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| Alienware |
1.82% |
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Common models |
| HP ProBook 450 G2 |
3.51% |
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| HP HP Pavilion x360 Conve... |
3.51% |
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| MSI MS-7850 |
3.51% |
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| ASUS All Series |
3.51% |
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| VMware, Inc. VMware Virtu... |
1.75% |
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| TOSHIBA PORTEGE Z930 |
1.75% |
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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