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Home Computer Repair Online Startup Applications List
Home » Welcome to the Startup Applications List
Status Code Key:
  • "Y" - Normally leave to run at start-up
  • "N" - Not required - typically infrequently used tasks that can be started manually if necessary
  • "U" - User's choice - depends whether a user deems it necessary
  • "X" - Definitely not required - typically viruses, spyware, adware and "resource hogs"
  • "?" - Unknown

    • To lookup a startup program by file name, click the letter it starts with or use the search feature.

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    Status CodeNameCommand Description
    NUtopia AngelAngel.exeCalculator for the online Utopia game
    YUTILsInstN/AFor Gilat Communications internet satellite systems. Gilat rescue (Satellite system restore). Required if you have this system. Can cause a BSOD (blue screen of death) if left out
    NUtilityProUtilityPro.exeIE search toolbars as supplied by people such as Yellow Internet and SearchBoss and written by Rawhide Search Solutions
    ?Utility PingUTILIT~1.EXE??
    NUSSShRegUSSSHREG.EXERegistration reminder for Ulead SmartSaver Pro - compacts large graphics for web designers
    ?USRSTAUSRSTA.exeWireless Card controller. What does it do and is it required?
    XUsrrrncr.exePurityScan/Clickspring adware
    NUsrobotics Online Registration??Pop-up reminding customers to register their products online at US Robotics
    NUSRobotics 802.11g Wireless Network UtilityUSRWLANG.exeUSRobotics Wireless Network Utility - used to configure security settings for connecting to WEP encrypted Access Point through the USR Wireless adapter. You must uncheck "Use Windows to configure my wireless settings" for the program to work properly. Has Site Survey capabilities, and reports link quality and signal strength. Not required for proper operation of the device as the features given are accessible in the network connection properties
    Xusrgtway.exesyswrun4x.exeAdded by the MITGLIEDER.E TROJAN!
    Xushlisscbltqu.exeObtained from an MP3 search list site. Also generates random processes on reboot
    XUserSystem[filename]CoolWebSearch SmartSearch variant - also see here
    XUser32[filename]Added by the NETTRASH TROJAN!
    XUser23.exeDIAL.exeThis is a trojan trying to disguise itself as User32.dll
    XUser Servicesusersvc.exeAdded by the REVCUSS.A TROJAN!
    NUSBTAusbtapnp.exeSystem Tray access for the BeWAN Gazel 128 USB ISDN adapter
    YUSBPNPUSBPNP.exeSiPix digital camera Twain USB driver
    UUSBMMKBDusbmmkbd.exeUSB multimedia keyboard for HP systems. Allows the use of special function keys on USB keyboards. The latest version (available here) no longer pings a server when on-line wheras the older version did but did not transmit any user information
    ?USBDetectorUDetect.exeUSB detector, apparently for an MP3 player - any further information appreciated!
    UUSBDetectorUSBDetector.exeUSBDetector sets up an icon in the System Tray for a USB card which is intended to be used to eject or unplug hardware
    YUSB SECURITY DEVICE CoInstallerJupitCo.exeButterflyMedia USB Flash drive related - required for the password security feature to work
    ?USB Hub Keyboard PatchSKBPATCH.EXEUSB HUB Update
    XUSB Host Serviceusbsvc.exeAdded by the RBOT-GG WORM!
    XUSB Hardware MonitoringUSBhardware.exeAdded by the RBOT-NN WORM!
    XUSB Devicewin32usb.exeAdded by the FORBOT-BQ WORM!
    XUSB Deviceservicelog.exeAdded by a variant of the SPYBOT WORM!
    XUSB controllerSvcmm32.exeOuchvideo.com 'n-Lite' spyware
    XUSB 2.1 Driverwinupdate1.exeAdded by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
    ?UsbUsb.exeHP related - not sure whether it's required
    YUrtSvcExeUrt95Svc.exe"Cisco Secure URT is a virtual LAN (VLAN) assignment service that enhances LAN security by actively identifying and authenticating users and then associating them only to their specific network services and resources"
    NURLMAPUrlmap.exeInstalled by MS Money, and runs whenever you start IE. All it does is bring up an annoying sidebar (kind of like the search window) with 'financial links' when the web page supports it
    XUpToDateuptodate.exeBrowserAid/BrowserPal foistware
    YUrlLstCkUrlLstCk.exePart of Norton Internet Security. From Symantec - "UrlLstCk.exe is a necessary file that will be present in C:Program FilesNorton Internet Security. It is a URL Checklist. It should not be disabled"
    UUptimer4Uptimer4.exeUptimer4 is an appbar which displays time, date, uptime, free ram, free pagefile, cpu usage, disk free space, battery power, IP addresses, TCP throughput, list of running processes, netstat and several more things
    XUPSUtlweb.exeCoolWebSearch parasite variant
    YUPSlimupsd.exeUsed with Belkin UPS (Uninterruptable Power Supply) for support in the event of a power-loss
    YUPSentry 2000upsd.exeUsed with Belkin UPS (Uninterruptable Power Supply) for support in the event of a power-loss
    XUPNPServiceWinSVCservice.exeAdded by the AGOBOT.UN WORM!
    YUPSups.exePowerChute v5.02 - UPS Monitoring Module (which loads iconclnt - the tray icon)
    XUpdSys[random filename]Added by the BJ TROJAN!
    ?UPERVGASUPERVGAS.exe??
    XUpdmgrupdmgr.exeeUniverse/KeenValue adware variant
    NUpdRegUpdreg.exeReminder to register Creative Labs SoundBlaster Live! cards
    Xupddateitwinit.exeAdded by the RBOT-MS WORM!
    ?Updatewizupdatewiz.exe??
    NUPDATE~1updatemgr.exeOnce a month, your EarthLink 5.0 Update Manager contacts EarthLink's servers to check for software updates. If an update is available for your EarthLink software, Update Manager will inform you and, with your permission, download and install the update. Can go to http://www.earthlink.net and download the updates manually
    Nupdatev01updatev01.exeUltra-networks.com software updater/downloader
    NUpdates from HPbackweb*****.exeAutomatically detects an internet connection and downloads any available updates - * is random digit
    NUpdatestatsUpdatestats.exeStatblaster - "Get officially liscensed MLB pitch-by-pitch real time updates from every stadium around the league. StatBlaster provides live streaming statistics for each fantasy matchup you want tracked either in one league or across all your leagues"
    XUpdatesmsupdate.exeCoolWebSearch parasite variant
    Xupdater32winload32.exeAdded by the CULT.M WORM! Note - not to be confused with the valid Windows "NOTEPAD" text editor
    ?updaterupdater.exe??
    Xupdaterwupdater.exeeUniverse KeenValue parasite related
    Nupdatemgr.exeupdatemgr.exeOnce a month, your EarthLink 5.0 Update Manager contacts EarthLink's servers to check for software updates. If an update is available for your EarthLink software, Update Manager will inform you and, with your permission, download and install the update. Can go to http://www.earthlink.net and download the updates manually
    XUpdateMediaUpdateMedia.exeMediaUpdate foistware
    UUpdateManagersgtray.exeStorageGuard from Veritas (this version by Sonic). Free utility that integrates with Backup MyPC (formerly Backup Exec Desktop), Simple Backup and MS Backup. Provides system tray access and background monitoring - warning you of files that haven't recently been backed up. Required unless you backup manually on a regular basis or have scheduled backups
    ?UPDATEHOOKRundll32.exe??
    ?UpdateFWfwdload.exeAppears to be firmware update software for a Network Associates ATMbook OC-3 SMF Interface Module?
    XUpdateComponentCNF UPD.EXEAdded by the SPYBOT.GEN VIRUS!
    XUpdate ver 1.0Swap.exeAdded by the SWAP-C WORM!
    ?Update TUTWiseUpdt.exe??
    YUpdate ServiceUpdate.exeLoaded by Handybits programs such as EasyCrypto. Re-instates itself every time the program is run so best to leave it enabled. Prevent it dialling out via a firewall
    Xupdate run doslogon.exeAdded by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!
    ?Update localSetCPQLC.exeRunning on a Compaq desktop. Any ideas?
    XUpdate InstallSchost.exeAdded by the GAOBOT.AO WORM!
    NUpdate GroksterWiseUpdt.exeAutomatically updates the Grokster file sharing software. Beware of adware and spyware when using this type of program, for instance, Grokster contains CyDoor
    ?Update for WorksMSWkstz.exeMaybe related to later versions of MS Works?
    XUpdatemshtm.exeBrowser hijacker - redirecting to buldog-search.com
    XUpdateUPDATE-28062004.exe[25 blank spaces].vbsAdded by the MIDFIN WORM!
    XUpdateZupdate.exeB3d Projector foistware - periodically trys to access the internet. (1) Uninstall it via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> Add/Remove Programs. (2) Remove the BDEsecureinstall.exe if still present in C:WindowsSystem. (3) Disable and ideally delete it from the registry. (4) Remove the "BDE" directory and all its contents
    XUpdateSysupd.exeAdded by the SLACKBOT VIRUS!
    XUpdateCDUpdater.exe"Carpe Diem" adult premium rate dialler related
    XUpdate[original file path]Added by the LYNDEGG WORM!
    NUpConfgVerUpgConf.exePanda Antivirus Platinum. Purpose unclear, but according to Panda Software not required for the AV to function
    Nuoltrayexec.exeNetzero free ISP software - not required
    Yuntrayuntray.exePart of Command AntiVirus
    Xunldr32unldr32.exeAdded by a variant of the CRYPTER.C TROJAN!
    Xunldr16unldr16.exeAdded by a variant of the CRYPTER.C TROJAN!
    ?uniucuuniucu.exe??
    UUniScUnisc.exeMcAfee UnInstaller
    XUninstall_TBPSTBuninst.exe /removeWebSearch toolbar related, HuntBar parasite variant
    NUninstallAbilityuability.exeUninstallAbility uninstaller
    XUninstall****upd.exeAdult content based screen saver where **** can be any number
    Xuninstalregsvr32 /u /s image.dllCoolWebSearch parasite related
    Xun32infoun32info.ExeAdded by the CRYPTER.A TROJAN!
    YUMXLDRWUMXLDRW.exeTiny Personal Firewall (pre V4)
    Yumxldraumxldra.exeUser mode executive module DLL loader - part of Tiny Personal Firewall V4
    Yumxagentumxagent.exeTiny Personal Firewall V4 - main engine
    UUMonitumonit.exeAlerts when USB device is plugged in
    XUlubionesys****.exeSearch Hijacker, redirecting to maxxxhosters.com - where **** are random characters
    NUMAX VistaAccessvsaccess.exeVistaAccess gives you quick and easy access to scanning functions right from your desktop
    NUltra Hal Assistant 4.5 StartupHalAsst.exeZabaware Ultra Hal Assistant - artificial intelligence conversation simulator. It is capable of being your digital secretary and companion
    NUltimateZip Quick Startuzqkst.exeUltimateZip - file compression utility
    NUlead Photo Express x.0 Calendarcalcheck.exeUlead Calendar Checker - part of Ulead Photo Express, where "x" represents the version number. Automatically replaces your calendar desktop wallpaper on a weekly/monthly/yearly basis if you've created them. Not required - change them manually. See here for disabling instructions
    XUKVideo2ukvideo2.exeAdult content dialler
    NUidlerUidler.exeUniloc Titlewave Browser used with some shareware
    NUIWatcherUIWatcher.exeAshampoo Uninstaller Suite - installation watcher. Available via Start -> Programs
    ?ugonaockstrs.exe??
    UUeproc32UEPROC32.exePart of Norton Utilities - most likely associated with the Unerase Wizard in older versions
    UUD AgentUD.EXEThe United Devices Agent can recycle your PC's unused resources and use them to perform valuable scientific and medical research without disturbing your usual computer use - similar to SETI@home but for medical research. Available via Start -> Programs
    Nuc_startucstartup.exeAuto updater feature for IBM machines that tries to connect to IBM to see if there are any new drivers, patches and etc
    UUCmore XP - The Search Acceleratorrundll32.exe UCMTSAIE.dll, DllShowTBUCmore toolbar - search accelerator
    NUC_SMBucstart.exePart of IBM Update connector on IBM PCs for updating drivers on a new installation. Once you manually run the IBM Update connector program (shortcut) this entry is removed
    UUBSShellUBSShell.exeUBS (United Bank of Switzerland) banking software
    XUateoocs.exePurityScan/Clickspring adware
    XUateoocs.exePurityScan/Clickspring adware
    UUBSShellUBSShell.exeUBS (United Bank of Switzerland) banking software
    UUCmore XP - The Search Acceleratorrundll32.exe UCMTSAIE.dll, DllShowTBUCmore toolbar - search accelerator
    NUC_SMBucstart.exePart of IBM Update connector on IBM PCs for updating drivers on a new installation. Once you manually run the IBM Update connector program (shortcut) this entry is removed
    Nuc_startucstartup.exeAuto updater feature for IBM machines that tries to connect to IBM to see if there are any new drivers, patches and etc
    UUD AgentUD.EXEThe United Devices Agent can recycle your PC's unused resources and use them to perform valuable scientific and medical research without disturbing your usual computer use - similar to SETI@home but for medical research. Available via Start -> Programs
    UUeproc32UEPROC32.exePart of Norton Utilities - most likely associated with the Unerase Wizard in older versions
    ?ugonaockstrs.exe??
    NUidlerUidler.exeUniloc Titlewave Browser used with some shareware
    NUIWatcherUIWatcher.exeAshampoo Uninstaller Suite - installation watcher. Available via Start -> Programs
    XUKVideo2ukvideo2.exeAdult content dialler
    NUlead Photo Express x.0 Calendarcalcheck.exeUlead Calendar Checker - part of Ulead Photo Express, where "x" represents the version number. Automatically replaces your calendar desktop wallpaper on a weekly/monthly/yearly basis if you've created them. Not required - change them manually. See here for disabling instructions
    NUltimateZip Quick Startuzqkst.exeUltimateZip - file compression utility
    NUltra Hal Assistant 4.5 StartupHalAsst.exeZabaware Ultra Hal Assistant - artificial intelligence conversation simulator. It is capable of being your digital secretary and companion
    XUlubionesys****.exeSearch Hijacker, redirecting to maxxxhosters.com - where **** are random characters
    NUMAX VistaAccessvsaccess.exeVistaAccess gives you quick and easy access to scanning functions right from your desktop
    UUMonitumonit.exeAlerts when USB device is plugged in
    Yumxagentumxagent.exeTiny Personal Firewall V4 - main engine
    Yumxldraumxldra.exeUser mode executive module DLL loader - part of Tiny Personal Firewall V4
    YUMXLDRWUMXLDRW.exeTiny Personal Firewall (pre V4)
    Xun32infoun32info.ExeAdded by the CRYPTER.A TROJAN!
    Xuninstalregsvr32 /u /s image.dllCoolWebSearch parasite related
    XUninstall****upd.exeAdult content based screen saver where **** can be any number
    NUninstallAbilityuability.exeUninstallAbility uninstaller
    XUninstall_TBPSTBuninst.exe /removeWebSearch toolbar related, HuntBar parasite variant
    UUniScUnisc.exeMcAfee UnInstaller
    ?uniucuuniucu.exe??
    Xunldr16unldr16.exeAdded by a variant of the CRYPTER.C TROJAN!
    Xunldr32unldr32.exeAdded by a variant of the CRYPTER.C TROJAN!
    Yuntrayuntray.exePart of Command AntiVirus
    Nuoltrayexec.exeNetzero free ISP software - not required
    NUpConfgVerUpgConf.exePanda Antivirus Platinum. Purpose unclear, but according to Panda Software not required for the AV to function
    XUpdate[original file path]Added by the LYNDEGG WORM!
    XUpdateCDUpdater.exe"Carpe Diem" adult premium rate dialler related
    XUpdateSysupd.exeAdded by the SLACKBOT VIRUS!
    XUpdateZupdate.exeB3d Projector foistware - periodically trys to access the internet. (1) Uninstall it via Start -> Settings -> Control Panel -> Add/Remove Programs. (2) Remove the BDEsecureinstall.exe if still present in C:WindowsSystem. (3) Disable and ideally delete it from the registry. (4) Remove the "BDE" directory and all its contents
    XUpdatemshtm.exeBrowser hijacker - redirecting to buldog-search.com
    XUpdateUPDATE-28062004.exe[25 blank spaces].vbsAdded by the MIDFIN WORM!
    ?Update for WorksMSWkstz.exeMaybe related to later versions of MS Works?
    NUpdate GroksterWiseUpdt.exeAutomatically updates the Grokster file sharing software. Beware of adware and spyware when using this type of program, for instance, Grokster contains CyDoor
    XUpdate InstallSchost.exeAdded by the GAOBOT.AO WORM!
    ?Update localSetCPQLC.exeRunning on a Compaq desktop. Any ideas?
    Xupdate run doslogon.exeAdded by a variant of the SDBOT WORM!
    YUpdate ServiceUpdate.exeLoaded by Handybits programs such as EasyCrypto. Re-instates itself every time the program is run so best to leave it enabled. Prevent it dialling out via a firewall
    ?Update TUTWiseUpdt.exe??
    XUpdate ver 1.0Swap.exeAdded by the SWAP-C WORM!
    XUpdateComponentCNF UPD.EXEAdded by the SPYBOT.GEN VIRUS!
    ?UpdateFWfwdload.exeAppears to be firmware update software for a Network Associates ATMbook OC-3 SMF Interface Module?
    ?UPDATEHOOKRundll32.exe??
    UUpdateManagersgtray.exeStorageGuard from Veritas (this version by Sonic). Free utility that integrates with Backup MyPC (formerly Backup Exec Desktop), Simple Backup and MS Backup. Provides system tray access and background monitoring - warning you of files that haven't recently been backed up. Required unless you backup manually on a regular basis or have scheduled backups
    XUpdateMediaUpdateMedia.exeMediaUpdate foistware
    Nupdatemgr.exeupdatemgr.exeOnce a month, your EarthLink 5.0 Update Manager contacts EarthLink's servers to check for software updates. If an update is available for your EarthLink software, Update Manager will inform you and, with your permission, download and install the update. Can go to http://www.earthlink.net and download the updates manually
    Xupdaterwupdater.exeeUniverse KeenValue parasite related
    ?updaterupdater.exe??
    Xupdater32winload32.exeAdded by the CULT.M WORM! Note - not to be confused with the valid Windows "NOTEPAD" text editor
    XUpdatesmsupdate.exeCoolWebSearch parasite variant
    NUpdates from HPbackweb*****.exeAutomatically detects an internet connection and downloads any available updates - * is random digit
    NUpdatestatsUpdatestats.exeStatblaster - "Get officially liscensed MLB pitch-by-pitch real time updates from every stadium around the league. StatBlaster provides live streaming statistics for each fantasy matchup you want tracked either in one league or across all your leagues"
    Nupdatev01updatev01.exeUltra-networks.com software updater/downloader
    ?Updatewizupdatewiz.exe??
    NUPDATE~1updatemgr.exeOnce a month, your EarthLink 5.0 Update Manager contacts EarthLink's servers to check for software updates. If an update is available for your EarthLink software, Update Manager will inform you and, with your permission, download and install the update. Can go to http://www.earthlink.net and download the updates manually
    Xupddateitwinit.exeAdded by the RBOT-MS WORM!
    XUpdmgrupdmgr.exeeUniverse/KeenValue adware variant
    NUpdRegUpdreg.exeReminder to register Creative Labs SoundBlaster Live! cards
    XUpdSys[random filename]Added by the BJ TROJAN!
    ?UPERVGASUPERVGAS.exe??
    XUPNPServiceWinSVCservice.exeAdded by the AGOBOT.UN WORM!
    YUPSups.exePowerChute v5.02 - UPS Monitoring Module (which loads iconclnt - the tray icon)
    YUPSentry 2000upsd.exeUsed with Belkin UPS (Uninterruptable Power Supply) for support in the event of a power-loss
    YUPSlimupsd.exeUsed with Belkin UPS (Uninterruptable Power Supply) for support in the event of a power-loss
    XUPSUtlweb.exeCoolWebSearch parasite variant
    UUptimer4Uptimer4.exeUptimer4 is an appbar which displays time, date, uptime, free ram, free pagefile, cpu usage, disk free space, battery power, IP addresses, TCP throughput, list of running processes, netstat and several more things
    XUpToDateuptodate.exeBrowserAid/BrowserPal foistware
    YUrlLstCkUrlLstCk.exePart of Norton Internet Security. From Symantec - "UrlLstCk.exe is a necessary file that will be present in C:Program FilesNorton Internet Security. It is a URL Checklist. It should not be disabled"
    NURLMAPUrlmap.exeInstalled by MS Money, and runs whenever you start IE. All it does is bring up an annoying sidebar (kind of like the search window) with 'financial links' when the web page supports it
    YUrtSvcExeUrt95Svc.exe"Cisco Secure URT is a virtual LAN (VLAN) assignment service that enhances LAN security by actively identifying and authenticating users and then associating them only to their specific network services and resources"
    ?UsbUsb.exeHP related - not sure whether it's required
    XUSB 2.1 Driverwinupdate1.exeAdded by a variant of the RBOT WORM!
    XUSB controllerSvcmm32.exeOuchvideo.com 'n-Lite' spyware
    XUSB Deviceservicelog.exeAdded by a variant of the SPYBOT WORM!
    XUSB Devicewin32usb.exeAdded by the FORBOT-BQ WORM!
    XUSB Hardware MonitoringUSBhardware.exeAdded by the RBOT-NN WORM!
    XUSB Host Serviceusbsvc.exeAdded by the RBOT-GG WORM!
    ?USB Hub Keyboard PatchSKBPATCH.EXEUSB HUB Update
    YUSB SECURITY DEVICE CoInstallerJupitCo.exeButterflyMedia USB Flash drive related - required for the password security feature to work
    UUSBDetectorUSBDetector.exeUSBDetector sets up an icon in the System Tray for a USB card which is intended to be used to eject or unplug hardware
    ?USBDetectorUDetect.exeUSB detector, apparently for an MP3 player - any further information appreciated!
    UUSBMMKBDusbmmkbd.exeUSB multimedia keyboard for HP systems. Allows the use of special function keys on USB keyboards. The latest version (available here) no longer pings a server when on-line wheras the older version did but did not transmit any user information
    YUSBPNPUSBPNP.exeSiPix digital camera Twain USB driver
    NUSBTAusbtapnp.exeSystem Tray access for the BeWAN Gazel 128 USB ISDN adapter
    XUser Servicesusersvc.exeAdded by the REVCUSS.A TROJAN!
    XUser23.exeDIAL.exeThis is a trojan trying to disguise itself as User32.dll
    XUser32[filename]Added by the NETTRASH TROJAN!
    XUserSystem[filename]CoolWebSearch SmartSearch variant - also see here
    Xushlisscbltqu.exeObtained from an MP3 search list site. Also generates random processes on reboot
    Xusrgtway.exesyswrun4x.exeAdded by the MITGLIEDER.E TROJAN!
    NUSRobotics 802.11g Wireless Network UtilityUSRWLANG.exeUSRobotics Wireless Network Utility - used to configure security settings for connecting to WEP encrypted Access Point through the USR Wireless adapter. You must uncheck "Use Windows to configure my wireless settings" for the program to work properly. Has Site Survey capabilities, and reports link quality and signal strength. Not required for proper operation of the device as the features given are accessible in the network connection properties
    NUsrobotics Online Registration??Pop-up reminding customers to register their products online at US Robotics
    XUsrrrncr.exePurityScan/Clickspring adware
    ?USRSTAUSRSTA.exeWireless Card controller. What does it do and is it required?
    NUSSShRegUSSSHREG.EXERegistration reminder for Ulead SmartSaver Pro - compacts large graphics for web designers
    ?Utility PingUTILIT~1.EXE??
    NUtilityProUtilityPro.exeIE search toolbars as supplied by people such as Yellow Internet and SearchBoss and written by Rawhide Search Solutions
    YUTILsInstN/AFor Gilat Communications internet satellite systems. Gilat rescue (Satellite system restore). Required if you have this system. Can cause a BSOD (blue screen of death) if left out
    NUtopia AngelAngel.exeCalculator for the online Utopia game


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