TOSHIBA HDD Protection
What is TOSHIBA HDD Protection?
Using the acceleration sensor built in the PC, HDD Protection detects vibration, shocks and similar signs in the PC, and automatically moves the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) head to a safe position to reduce the risk of damage that could be caused by head-to-disk contact.
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Overview
The most used version is 2.2.0.4, with over 98% of all installations currently using this version. Upon installation and setup, it defines an auto-start registry entry which makes this program run on each Windows boot for all user logins. It adds a background controller service that is set to automatically run. Delaying the start of this service is possible through the service manager. A scheduled task is added to Windows Task Scheduler in order to launch the program at various scheduled times (the schedule varies depending on the version). The main program executable is ThpSrv.exe. It also adds an icon to the Windows notifications area in order to provide access to the program. The software installer includes 21 files and is usually about 10.8 MB (11,327,711 bytes).
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.
Note: This program has often been considered as bloatware by some users as it is bundled on various manufacturer's new PCs. (Because this might be considered bloatware does not mean the software is bad or harmful, if you use it regularly its worthwhile to have. However, bloatware typically means the program is optional and was simply pre-installed but is not required and can be removed.) Some quick tips to be aware of:
- It is usually licensed for use only on the Toshiba PC on which it was pre-installed.
- It sometimes difficult for users to remove via the 'Uninstall a Program' feature in Windows.
Program details
URL: www.toshiba.com
Installation folder: C:\Program Files\TOSHIBA\HDD Protection\
Uninstaller: MsiExec.exe /X{94A90C69-71C1-470A-88F5-AA47ECC96B40}
(The Windows Installer is used for the installation, maintenance, and removal.)
Estimated size: 10.8 MB
Files installed by TOSHIBA HDD Protection
| Program executable: | ThpSrv.exe |
| Name: | TOSHIBA HDD Protection |
| TOSHIBA HDD Protection Service |
| Path: | C:\Program Files\TOSHIBA\HDD Protection\ThpSrv.exe |
| MD5: | a2b6029763f7c7d340aea8a0b1d44306 |
| Taskbar: | Displays an icon in the notification area |
Additional files:
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NotifyTHP.dll - NotifyTHP Dynamic Link Library (NotifyTHP Dynamic Link Library)
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thpdrv.sys - TOSHIBA HDD Protection (TOSHIBA HDD Protection Driver)
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thpevm.sys - TOSHIBA HDD Protection - Shock Sensor Driver
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ThpProp.exe - TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties
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ThpSrv.exe - TOSHIBA HDD Protection Service
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ToastNotifier.dll - Shock Notifier (ShockNotifer.dll by Wu Zhenyu)
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Thp3dv.exe - Protezione unità disco rigido Toshiba - Visualizzatore 3D
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DelRegLF.exe
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SetupDrv.exe
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SetupEvm.exe
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SetupProp.exe
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SetupTfc.exe
Behaviors exhibited
Scheduled Task
- SetupEvm.exe is scheduled as a task with the class '{B4F0A42B-2720-4794-B14F-F832F80F43D0}' (runs on registration).
Service
- ThpSrv.exe runs as a service named 'TOSHIBA HDD Protection' (Thpsrv) "TOSHIBA HDD Protection Service".
Startup File (All Users Run)
- ThpSrv.exe is loaded in the all users (HKLM) registry as a startup file name 'TOSHIBA HDD Protection Properties' which loads as "C:\Program Files\TOSHIBA\HDD Protection\ThpSrv.exe".
Resource utilization averages
Show technical details
| ThpSrv.exe |
| Memory: | 633.33 KB | |
| Total CPU: | 0.0329155655% | |
| Kernel CPU: | 0.02675648% | |
| User CPU: | 0.00615908% | |
| Switches/sec: | 7 | |
| I/O reads/min: | 10 Bytes | |
| I/O writes/min: | 211.28 KB | |
How do I remove TOSHIBA HDD Protection?
You can uninstall TOSHIBA HDD Protection 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 TOSHIBA HDD Protection, 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 TOSHIBA HDD Protection.
OS VERSIONS
Win 7 (SP1) 59%
Win 7 0%
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HOW IT STARTS
Automatically starts? Yes
(Found in the run registry)
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USER ACTIONS
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Uninstall it 4%
Keep it 96%
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Windows
Which Windows OS versions does it run on?
| Windows 7 |
64.68% |
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| Windows 10 |
31.86% |
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| Windows Vista |
2.22% |
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| Windows XP |
1.24% |
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Which OS releases does it run on? |
| Windows 7 Home Premium |
51.24% |
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| Windows 8.1 |
13.37% |
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| Windows 10 Home |
9.37% |
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| Windows 7 Professional |
8.62% |
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| Windows 8 |
4.21% |
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| Windows 7 Ultimate |
2.56% |
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Geography
66.28% of installs come from the United States
Which countries install it?
| United States |
66.28% |
| Australia |
3.90% |
| France |
2.83% |
| Germany |
2.76% |
| Canada |
2.65% |
| United Kingdom |
2.58% |
| Italy |
1.37% |
| Japan |
1.32% |
| Spain |
1.20% |
| Portugal |
1.17% |
| Mexico |
0.73% |
| Saudi Arabia |
0.68% |
| New Zealand |
0.57% |
| Sweden |
0.47% |
PC manufacturers
What PC manufacturers (OEMs) have it installed?
| Toshiba |
99.71% |
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| Dell |
0.15% |
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| Acer |
0.14% |
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Common models |
| TOSHIBA Satellite A665 |
8.21% |
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| TOSHIBA Satellite P755 |
7.36% |
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| TOSHIBA Satellite A505 |
7.27% |
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| TOSHIBA Satellite P875 |
3.29% |
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| TOSHIBA Satellite P775 |
3.15% |
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| TOSHIBA Satellite P850 |
2.91% |
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About TOSHIBA
Toshiba electronics, electrical equipment and information technology corporation that is a diversified manufacturer of electrical products, spanning information and communications equipment and systems, electronic components and materials, power systems, Internet-based solutions and services, industrial and social infrastructure systems, and household appliances.
Publisher URL: www.toshiba.com