Atiesrxx.exe: What is It & is It Safe to Use?

If you have stumbled upon the Atiesrxx.exe file in the Task Manager’s Processes tab and are wondering where it came from and whether it is safe from your computer, then this guide can help!

What is Atiesrxx.exe?

Atiesrxx.exe or  AMD ATI External Events Service Module is installed on Windows machines that come with an AMD graphics card. The file is an essential Windows Service for AMD External Events Utility

Is Atiesrxx.exe safe?

Yes, Atiesrxx.exe is often a legit file when it is present in the official installation directory, which is C:\Windows\System32\DriverStore\FileRepository\u0359116.inf_amd64_2e71c41074694, but if you are using an older version, you will find it in C:\Windows\System32

However, if the file is present elsewhere on your computer, like a directory such as Users, it could be a virus or malware disguised as legitimate process.

Should I delete Atiesrxx.exe?

 ✅Keep it if:

• Your system comes with an ATI or AMD graphics card, and the file is in C:\Windows\System32
• It is signed by a legitimate digital certificate from AMD.

❌ Remove it if:

• The file is located in another location.
• Your system shows unusual behavior like crashes, high CPU usage, or malware-related pop-ups.
• A trusted antivirus program flagged it as malicious.

How can I check if Atiesrxx.exe is a virus?

1. Check the file location

1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
2. Go to the Processes tab and search for Atiesrxx.exe.
3. Right-click it and select Open file location from the context menu.
4. The associated folder will open; make sure it is the System32 folder in the system drive.

2. Run a full system scan

1. Press the Windows key, type security in the search box, select Windows Security, and click Open.
2. Select Virus & threat protection from the left pane, and choose Scan options from the right pane.
3. On the next screen, under Scan options, choose Full scan, and click Scan now to initiate a system-wide scan.

After running the scan, review the results to check for threats. If malware is found, you can remove it or quarantine it, depending on the severity. However, if there are no issues, make sure there are no pending Windows updates.

For additional security, we recommend running a full system scan with a reliable third-party antivirus tool to ensure your device is free of potential threats.

How can I fix issues related to Atiesrxx.exe?

1. Disable the service

1. Press Windows + R to open the Run console.
2. Type services.msc and click OK to open Services.
3. Locate & double-click Atiesrxx.exe to open the Properties window.
4. Select Disabled for Startup type and Stop for Service Status.
5. Click Apply and OK to save the changes.

2. Update or reinstall the AMD driver

1. Press Windows + R to open the Run window.
2. Type devmgmt.msc and click OK to open Device Manager.
3. Locate Display adapters, expand it, right-click the AMD driver and click Update driver from the context menu.
4. Select Search automatically for drivers.

Windows will try to find the best driver version for your device. If it fails, you can manually install the driver from the device manufacturer’s website. Alternatively, you can download and install a third-party driver updater tool to ensure all the device drivers are up to date.

If updating the driver doesn’t help, you can reinstall it using these steps:

1. Relaunch the Device Manager, right-click the AMD driver, and choose Uninstall device.
2. Select Uninstall again.
3. To reinstall, go to Action, then select Scan for hardware changes.

3. Perform a System Restore

1. Press Windows + R to open the Run window.
2. Type rstui and click OK to open the System Restore wizard.
3. Select Choose a different restore point and click Next.
4. Choose the oldest point or the one created before the issue related to Atiesrxx.exe started, then click Next.
5. Click Finish.

Furthermore, you can perform a clean boot to discover the corrupt startup app or service or run a system file checker if you suspect a system file is corrupted.

In conclusion, Atiesrxx.exe is a safe file associated with an AMD graphics card. However, if it is causing issues, you can run a full system malware scan, disable the service, update or reinstall the graphics driver, or restore your system to an earlier point.

If you have questions about Atiesrxx.exe, please mention them in the comments section below. We will be happy to answer.