The lmpdpsrv.exe process is an executable program file that is used by the firmware utilities and driver software packages bundled with certain Lexmark printer models. The lmpdpsrv.exe process is specifically deployed as a component of a module that is built into these Lexmark printer firmware distributions and driver software utilities, and this module is responsible for implementing remote and local network sharing functionalities into the Windows-based system for the associated networked Lexmark printing device. The lmpdpsrv.exe process is configured by default to automatically run during system startup and operate as a background process during system runtime during the installation process for these Lexmark printer firmware components and device driver software distributions. These default configurations can be changed by the user, in case Lexmark printer network sharing functionalities are not required to be implemented into the system.
How can I stop lmpdpsrv.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. lmpdpsrv.exe. is used by Lexmark Printer Network Sharing Module, If you shut down lmpdpsrv.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop lmpdpsrv.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is Lexmark Printer Network Sharing Module, 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 Lexmark Printer Network Sharing Module, 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 lmpdpsrv.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 lmpdpsrv.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if lmpdpsrv.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 lmpdpsrv.exe, belongs to, in this case Lexmark Printer Network Sharing Module