With HP Support Assistant, it's easy to keep desktop computers running smoothly. Optimize the performance of HP desktop computers. Automate support tasks. And get assistance when you need help. All of this from one place on your own PC. HP Support Assistant is an HP application that helps you maintain the performance of your desktop computer and resolve problems through automated updates and tune-ups, built-in diagnostics, and a choice of assistance options.
There is no charge associated with using HP Printer Support. HP will not charge you for data transfer, but your Internet provider may charge a fee for sending or receiving data if you contact HP using a data transfer option. No, but some features such as receiving updates, connecting to hp.com, or contacting HP require an active Internet connection.
HP Support Assistant is pre-installed on HP or Compaq desktop computers with Microsoft Windows 7 operating systems and some select computers with Windows Vista operating systems. HP Support Assistant is not available on desktop computers running Windows XP. Receiving updates through HP Support Assistant helps you keep your computer up-to-date. Updates help prevent problems from occurring and allow you to benefit from new software features. You will no longer need to search for the latest version of your HP software applications, including HP Printer Assistant.
If there are some errors that come up in your computer that can not be tackled with the help of HP Assistant, it will guide you through to download some tools or applications that might be able to resolve the error that you are having in a moment of time.
HP Support Assistant will notify you when updates are available for your desktop computer. And if you want, the application, you can even install the updates automatically. It only takes a minute or two. So set up your desktop computer with HP Support Assistant and get ready for new opportunities.
HP Support Assistant is included on new HP desktop and notebook PCs. You can install it on PCs from other manufacturers for easy access to support resources and tools for HP printers and PCs. Click the ? icon on your system tray to start HP Support Assistant or download now. During setup, selected new HP PC models running Windows 10 will receive version 9. All other PC models will receive version 8.1
If you received an incompatible operating system message during HP Support Assistant installation, please download and install the Legacy version.
Automated fixes and troubleshooters
Resolve many common issues using HP Support Assistant’s troubleshooters and automated fixes. For example, Audio Check can diagnose and help fix issues if you having trouble hearing sound from your computer. Performance Tune-up Check can optimize your system to help improve performance and Operating System Check can analyze and help maintain Windows on your PC. When HP PC Hardware Diagnostics is installed, it can be launched directly from HP Support assistant to test components, such as your hard drive and memory, and identify potential hardware related issues. If the issue cannot be resolved with these tools, HP Support Assistant can help you find additional support resources specific to your device.
Personalized support
Manage your connected HP devices from the My devices tab. Just create a new ID or sign in with your existing credentials and you'll have access to your registered devices. Need to keep track of new messages or updates for a friend or family member's PC or printer? Simply add their device to your list and you'll be notified automatically. You can also view available and subscribed2 services from HP Services.
Automatic updates
Improve the performance and reliability of your PCs and printers with automatic firmware and driver updates. You can configure your options to install updates automatically or to notify you when updates are available.
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