Paragon HFS+ for Windows
Overview
Paragon HFS+ for Windows is a program developed by Paragon Software. The most used version is 9.2.0.42, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. During setup, the program registers itself to launch on boot through a Windows Schedule Task in order to automatically start-up. 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 11 files and is usually about 20 MB (20,971,520 bytes). updater.exe is the automatic update component of the software designed to download and apply new updates should new versions be released. In comparison to the total number of users, most PCs are running the OS Windows 10 as well as Windows 7 (SP1). While about 76% of users of Paragon HFS+ for Windows come from the United States, it is also popular in Germany and Italy.
Program details
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\paragon software\hfs+ for windows
Uninstaller: MsiExec.exe /X{429D6E81-8E1E-42E6-8AB9-025DD9157F9B}
(The Windows Installer is used for the installation, maintenance, and removal.)
Estimated size: 20 MB
Language: English (United States)
Files installed by Paragon HFS+ for Windows
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hfsplusevents.dll - HFS for Windows (HFS+ File System Driver Event Log Messages)
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mounthfs.exe - Mount/unmount program
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apmwin.sys - Apple Partition Map Driver
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csvol.sys - Core Storage Volumes Driver
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gpt_loader.sys - GUID Partition Table Support Driver
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hfsplus.sys - HFS+ File System Driver
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hfsplusrec.sys - HFS+ File System Recognizer
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mounthlp.sys - HFS+ Mounter Helper Driver
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updater.exe - Paragon Updater
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apmwinsrv.exe
Behaviors exhibited
Scheduled Task (Boot/Login)
- updater.exe is automatically launched at startup through a scheduled task named HFS+ Updater.
Service
- apmwinsrv.exe runs as a service named 'apmwinsrv' (apmwinsrv) "ApmWin service".
How do I remove Paragon HFS+ for Windows?
You can uninstall Paragon HFS+ for Windows 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 Paragon HFS+ for Windows, 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 Paragon HFS+ for Windows.
OS VERSIONS
Win 10 90%
Win 7 (SP1) 10%
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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 2%
Keep it 98%
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Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
| Windows 10 |
90.00% |
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| Windows 7 |
10.00% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
| Windows 10 Home |
45.71% |
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| Windows 10 Pro |
37.14% |
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| Windows 7 Home Premium |
4.29% |
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| Windows 7 Professional |
4.29% |
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| Windows 10 Enterprise |
2.86% |
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| Windows 10 Home Single La... |
1.43% |
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Geography
76.42% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
| United States |
76.42% |
| Germany |
5.66% |
| Italy |
4.72% |
| Hong Kong |
2.83% |
| Singapore |
2.83% |
| Canada |
1.89% |
| Japan |
1.89% |
| France |
0.94% |
| United Kingdom |
0.94% |
| Greece |
0.94% |
| Netherlands |
0.94% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
| Hewlett-Packard |
26.42% |
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| Dell |
16.98% |
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| Lenovo |
16.98% |
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| ASUS |
11.32% |
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| Apple |
9.43% |
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| Acer |
5.66% |
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| Sony |
3.77% |
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| Intel |
1.89% |
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| Toshiba |
1.89% |
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| MSI |
1.89% |
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| Medion |
1.89% |
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| Alienware |
1.89% |
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Common models |
| HP HP Pavilion Desktop PC... |
3.33% |
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| ASUS All Series |
3.33% |
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| TOSHIBA Satellite A100-64... |
1.67% |
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| Apple Inc. MacBookPro13,3 |
1.67% |
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| Apple Inc. MacBookPro12,1 |
1.67% |
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| Apple Inc. MacBookPro11,1 |
1.67% |
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About Paragon Software
Paragon Software (aquired by MicroProse) was a video games developer that released titles may platforms including the PC.
Publisher URL: www.paragon-software.com