The saimfd.exe process is an executable process for Windows OS computers, and essentially a part of the program Configuration Software, which is a product developed by Saitek. The file saimfd.exe is basically named as MFD File System Driver or Manual Configuration, and the Configuration Software is sometimes called as SST Programming Software or Smart Technology Programming Software. As a tool for operating systems, Configuration Software, is an important application, while the filename saimfd.exe enables a user to configure and operate game controllers made by Saitek. In other words, this particular program is useful for computers that have Saitek game applications. The file saimfd.exe, along with other processes, is associated with games created by the same company. Nevertheless, when the software is installed, this file program, which comes in more than 5 variants, is usually located in the folder C:\Program Files. It is a program compatible for both earlier and later versions of Windows operating systems.
How can I stop saimfd.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. saimfd.exe. is used by Configuration Software, If you shut down saimfd.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop saimfd.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Configuration Software, 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 Configuration Software, 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 saimfd.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 saimfd.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if saimfd.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 saimfd.exe, belongs to, in this case Configuration Software