HWDeviceService64.exe: What is It & Is It Safe?

Many of our readers have noticed HWDeviceService64.exe running on their PCs. Your antivirus can often flag this file, so in today’s guide, we will discuss what it does.

What is HWDeviceService64.exe?

HWDeviceService64.exe process is associated with the HWDeviceService or Utility Common Driver by HUAWEI Technologies Co.

Is HWDeviceService64.exe safe?

Yes, HWDeviceService64.exe is usually a safe file when it is present in the subfolder of C:\ProgramData on your computer in C:\ProgramData\DatacardService\
However, if the file is associated with an app you don’t use or is not in the installation directory, it could be a virus or malware disguised as a legitimate process.

Should I delete HWDeviceService64.exe?

 ✅Should keep it if:

• You use a Huawei laptop or desktop and use Huawei PC Manager software
• It is not causing system performance issues

❌ Should remove it if:

• You don’t recognize the file or don’t use the Huawei PC Manager software
• The file is draining the system’s resources
• It is not in the default folder and is flagged by an antivirus tool

How can I check if HWDeviceService64.exe is a virus?

1. Check the file location

1. Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager.
2. Navigate to the Processes tab and search for HWDeviceService64.exe.
3. Right-click it and select Open file location from the context menu.
4. The associated folder will open; check the path to ensure it is in a subfolder of ProgramData.

2. Run a full scan using an antivirus tool

1. Press the Windows key, type security in the search box, and click Open from the list of options.
2. Select Virus & threat protection from the left pane, and click Scan options.
3. Under Scan options, select Full scan, then click the Scan now button.

Wait for the scan to complete, then check the results, and if there is a malicious item on your computer, quarantine or remove it. Next, check for Windows updates and install them if available.

If you have a reliable third-party antivirus tool, you can run a full scan to ensure there are no potential threats on your device.

How can I fix issues related to HWDeviceService64.exe ?

1. End the process and delete the file

1. Press the Ctrl + Shift + Esc keys together to open Task Manager.
2. Navigate to the Processes tab, locate HWDeviceService64.exe, right-click it, and select End task on Task Manager to stop the process.

2. Uninstall the related software

1. Press Windows + R to open the Run dialog box.
2. Type appwiz.cpl and click OK to launch Programs and Features.
3. Locate the Huawei PC Manager (associated with HWDeviceService64.exe), which is causing the programs, select it, and then click Uninstall.
4. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the process.

Once uninstalled, check the ProgramData folder in the system drive and delete the file to ensure the software is completely uninstalled.

In conclusion, HWDeviceService64.exe is an executable file that comes with a Huawei laptop/desktop or Huawei PC Manager software. If you encounter any issues related to this process, make sure the file is in the ProgramData folder. If it is not, you can delete it and uninstall the associated app.

Moreover, you can restart your computer in a clean boot environment to find out the conflicting startup app or service or run a system file checker utility scan if you suspect a system file is corrupted.

This isn’t the only suspicious file you can encounter. In our previous articles, we wrote about launcher.exe and Atieclxx.exe, so check out these guides, too.

If you have any questions about the file, feel free to mention them in the comments section below. We will be happy to answer.