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StartupList Index

Currently 17175 startuplist entries and growing...
Last updated on 2008-08-21 15:41:23 Eastern.
!! THESE ARE STARTUP PROGRAMS AND NOT TASK MANAGER PROCESS ITEMS !!


For more information on startup programs, including how to identify them and the information required for submitting additions to this list please refer to Content & Info. Reprinted with permission from Paul Collins who owns the copyright to the list. CastleCops also adds additional items that may not be in the original list but attempts are made to ensure the original is also updated. The full HTML list is here.

CastleCops is now hosting the official Pacs-portal forums. CastleCops has also cross-referenced startup entries with our File Hash database where appropriate. Comments or questions can be fielded here.

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

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    ABC List: A - B - C - D - E - F - G - H - I - J - K - L - M - N - O - P - Q - R - S - T - U - V - W - X - Y - Z



    Random sampling...
    NameStatusFilenameDescription
    EbatesMoeMoneyMaker0XEbatesMoeMoneyMaker0.exe Ebates adware
    EA CoreUCore.exeElectronic Arts EA_Link software - "gives you a secure yet simple way to download EA PC games and patches, as well as other exclusive content"
    exnXexn.exeAdded by the WORM_IRCBOT.RJ WORM! Note: This worm is located in C:\%WINDIR%\System32\ (XP/WinNT/2K)
    eros.exeXeros.exeAdult content dailler
    Eclipse EnvironmentXeclipse.exeAdded by an unidentified backdoor TROJAN! of the Win32.VanBot.ay family. Note: Located in C:\Windows\System (Win9x/Me), C:\%WINDIR%\System32 (XP/WinNT/2K) More here
    enBrowserX[name of file] WINBO adware component
    eguiYegui.exe ESET_Smart_Security
    EPSON Stylus CX3800 SeriesUE_FATIACA.EXERelated to Epson Status Monitor for Stylus CX3800 Series. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\spool\DRIVERS\W32X86\3\
    Easy-PrintToolBoxUBJPSMAIN.EXEA utility to launch the applications that are bundled with a Canon bubblejet printer
    EW Message ServerUmsg32.exeConexant (older versions are Brooktree) Wavestream Message Server - associated with Conexant based audio devices
    ELSBLaunchUELSBLaunch.exeEarthLink SpamBlocker
    ePrompterUePrompter.exeePrompter - E-mail notification software
    E-colorUIconMgr.ExeSets the colour of your monitor when running games that recognise E-Color so that you get \'what the game designer intended\' when you see the game. Also allows monitor callibration through a program called 3-Deep. If you play a lot of games it can be useful. Can be disabled from starting up from within the program
    EPSON Stylus D88 SeriesUE_FATIABE.EXERelated to EPSON_Stylus_D88_Series Printers. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\spool\DRIVERS\W32X86\3\
    exe ml097eXexe.exe RapidBlaster Variant
    ESPN BottomLineNbline.exeESPN BottomLine. "You can dock the BottomLine to the top or bottom of your screen or drag it around on your desktop, without even worrying about a browser. As long you keep the BottomLine running, you will continue to receive live scores and breaking news, and by clicking on any score or news item, you will be taken directly to the corresponding page on ESPN.com for a full break down."
    EPSON Stylus DX8400 SeriesUE_FATICEE.EXERelated to Epson Stylus DX8400 Series printer. [RED]Note:[/RED] Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\spool\DRIVERS\W32X86\3\
    EDLoaderNDTLoader.exeEffective Desktop from MiniStars Software - desktop management software no longer being supported
    EPSON Stylus CX9400Fax SeriesUE_FATICFA.EXERelated to Epson Status Monitor for Stylus CX9400Fax Series. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\spool\DRIVERS\W32X86\3\
    EraserUeraser.exe,-hide Eraser allows for complete removal of data from your hard drive
    Error SafeXers.exe ErrorSafe security risk that may give exaggerated reports of threats on the computer. The program then prompts the user to purchase a registered version of the software in order to remove the reported threats
    emoc0reXemo.exeAdded by the W32/AGOBOT-AGE WORM!
    ElementXElement.txtAdded by the ELEM TROJAN!
    Encoder AgentNWMENCAGT.EXEMS Windows Media Encoder, which already has a shortcut in the Start Menu if installed
    emozeUemoze.exeRelated to emoze pcConnector. Push your personal & business emails, contacts & calendar directly to your mobile device! Note: Located in \%Program Files%\emoze\
    ePrint 4.0 ServiceNEPRINT4.EXEA component of the LEADTOOLS ePrint File Conversion Software - Convert ANY file to and from over 150 document and image formats including searchable PDF, DOC, HTML, TXT , Multi-page TIFF, JPG, GIF, PNG and many more! - Can be started manually.
    EPSON Stylus CX7800 SeriesUE_FATIAFA.EXERelated to Epson Stylus CX7800 Series printer. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\spool\DRIVERS\W32X86\3\
    ELSAChipGuardUelsavect.exeChipGuard for ELSA graphics cards - monitoring solution which monitors both the GPU temperature and fan speed, and will halt the system if either are at dangerous levels and restore the default clock speeds upon reboot. Leave enabled if overclocking
    ExplorerXexplorar.vbsAdded by the VBS/Deskto-A Worm
    ERS_checkXers_startupmon.exe ErrorSafe security risk that may give exaggerated reports of threats on the computer. The program then prompts the user to purchase a registered version of the software in order to remove the reported threats
    ExploreUpdSchedX(random,name).exeDetected as Adware.ZenoSearch by AVG-antispyware
    eZWOXwo.exeeZula TopText Adware
    eBay ToolbarXEBAYTBAR.EXEeBay Toolbar - reportes as spyware as it "phones home"
    EthernetNtcaudiag.exe3Com NIC Installation/Diagnostic MFC application. Diagnostics may be run from the Start -> Programs
    Event Planner RemindersNPLNRnote.exeSierra Event Planner tray icon
    ExciteAssistantEXENASSISTANT.EXEWith Excite Assistant, you can access a wide variety of online information, including email, news, and stock quotes without having to have a browser window open
    EUP ServiceXeupsvc.exeAdded by the W32/Delbot-Q WORM! Note: Located in C:\Windows\System (Win9x/Me), C:\%WINDIR%\System32 (XP/WinNT/2K)
    eZulaMainXeZulaMain.exeeZula TopText Adware
    exmon?hpimoniter.exeSome kind of hp digital camera maybe or a photo smart connection probe?
    EzPrintNezprint.exeConfiguration options for Lexmark Printing devices. This program is non-essential process to the running of the system, but should not be terminated unless suspected to be causing problems. Note: Here Note: located in C:\Program Files\Lexmark 6200 Series\ where the printer series can change.
    Event Log?eventlog.exe??
    EZNORUN?EZNORUN.EXEEasy Internet related?
    EPSON Stylus Photo R260 SeriesUE_FATIBNA.EXERelated to Epson Status Monitor for Stylus Photo R260 Series. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\spool\DRIVERS\W32X86\3\
    EPSON Stylus Photo RX500UE_S4I2K1.EXERelated to Epson Stylus Photo RX500 Series printer. Note: located in \%WINDIR%\System32\spool\DRIVERS\W32X86\3\
    Execute?delfolders.exe??
    eFax 4.2UJ2GDllCmd.exeRelated to eFax_Messenger fax software from j2 Global Communications. Note: Located in C:\Program Files\eFax Messenger 4.2\
    EPM-DMUepm-dm.exeAcer EPM Device Manager - found on Acer laptops
    Explorer6.1.EXEXExplorer.exeAdded by an unidentified TROJAN! Note: of the Win32/Rbot Family. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\ This infection should not be confused with the legitimate Note: located in \%WINDIR%\Explorer.exe file.
    erthgdr2Xsvc23.exeAdded by the BAGLE.CG WORM!
    EPSON Status Monitor 3 Environment CheckNe_srcv03.exeAccording to the Epson info: "Use this utility to automatically check for errors and also check the level of ink remaining." This utility can also be started on demand when about to print as follows: File menu > Print to bring up the print dialog box. Click on the Properties button which will bring up a display with 4 tabs. Click the Utility tab to get a list of utilities that can be executed including the Status Monitor 3 Environment Check
    Event ReminderNpmremind.exeA calendar/alarm program that installs with Brøderbund Printmaster
    ECenterUgtb.exeRelated to Google's_Toolbar installed on Dell's computer. Note: Located in \%ROOT%\dell\E-Center\
    Easy Start ButtonNesb.exeProvides functionality on certain laptops that have additional keys. Not required unless you use the extra keys
    EPSON Stylus C43 SeriesUE_S08IC1.EXERelated to Epson Status Monitor for Stylus C43 Series. Note: Located in \%WINDIR%\System32\spool\DRIVERS\W32X86\3\
    EC21UEZQ.EXERelated to EC21_Web_sites An E-bay type in the Asiatic region. Note: Located in C:\Program Files\EC21Messenger\

    This is NOT a list of tasks/processes taken from Task Manager or the Close Program window (CTRL+ALT+DEL) but a list of startup applications, although you will find some of them listed via this method. Pressing CTRL+ALT+DEL identifies programs that are currently running - not necessarily at startup. For a list of tasks/processes you should try the list at AnswersThatWork. Therefore, before ending a task/process via CTRL+ALT+DEL just because it has an "X" recommendation, please check whether it's in MSCONFIG or the registry first. An example would be "svchost.exe" - which doesn't appear in either under normal conditions but does via CTRL+ALT+DEL. If in doubt, don't do anything.
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