The file gcardsrvnt.exe, known as GemSAFE Card Server, belongs to software GemSafe Libraries (version 4.2.0 SP3, 4.2.0 SP1) by Gemplus. GemSafe Libraries, also called the Gemalto Classic Client, contains the newest Gemalto CSP, which supports the cards of the Classic Range, Classic TPC IM, Classic TPC ISv2 or v1, or the older GPK 16k cards. The GemSafe Libraries also contains the tools for Smart Card Administration and use. The Universal Smart Cards supported by GemSafe Libraries help customers secure their PC and network environments. GemSafe Libraries delivers an easy-to-use smart card solution that is designed to secure all network communications, allowing the user to leverage these technologies for business expansion. It brings ease of use, portability, and a high level of security for website access, PC logon, and email access through Microsoft and Netscape suites. The application integrates seamlessly with the latest standards and security protocols like SSL, TLS, S/MIME, and CAPI for certificate-based Kerberos logon to PCs, and secure email and Web access.
How can I stop gcardsrvnt.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. gcardsrvnt.exe. is used by GemSafe Libraries, If you shut down gcardsrvnt.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop gcardsrvnt.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is GemSafe Libraries, from your system.
After uninstalling applications it is a good idea to scan you Windows registry for any left over traces of applications. Registry Reviver by ReviverSoft is a great tool for doing this.
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What is a process and how do they affect my computer?
A process usually a part of an installed application such as GemSafe Libraries, or your operating system that is responsible for running in functions of that application. Some application require that they have processes running all the time so they can do things such as check for updates or notify you when you get an instant message. Some poorly written applications have many processes that run that may not be required and take up valuable processing power within your computer.
Is gcardsrvnt.exe known to be bad for my computer's performance?
We have not received any complaint about this process having higher than normal impact on PC performance. If you have had bad experiences with it please let us know in a comment below and we will investigate it further.
What can I do if gcardsrvnt.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if gcardsrvnt.exe. is causing errors on your computer is to run a Windows registry scan with Registry Reviver If you are still seeing errors after this you should uninstall the program that gcardsrvnt.exe, belongs to, in this case GemSafe Libraries