The vcsystray.exe process is an executable file and the most essential part of the program VAIO Care, which is manufactured and digitally signed (VeriSign Time Stamping Services Signer - G2) by Sony Corporation. This file program is basically associated with the tune-ups, maintenance and security of Sony computers, from desktops to laptops. It has the function to maintain the overall good performance of a computer, as well as scan and diagnose technical problems or mechanical issues, recover data files or applications, and create recovery discs that backs up the system software and computer settings. This application also has the capability to connect to VAIO Support, which is a professional and online assistance service offered by Sony. In just a single click of the “Assist” button, the vcsystray.exe file is able to launch itself providing all the tasks, which eventually give assistance to the user and solution to whatever PC problems that are currently occurring.
How can I stop vcsystray.exe and should I?
Most non-system processes that are running can be stopped because they are not involved in running your operating system. vcsystray.exe. is used by VAIO Care, If you shut down vcsystray.exe, it will likely start again at a later time either after you restart your computer or after an application start. To stop vcsystray.exe, permanently you need to uninstall the application that runs this process which in this case is VAIO Care, 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 VAIO Care, 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 vcsystray.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 vcsystray.exe is causing errors on my computer?
The first thing you should do if vcsystray.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 vcsystray.exe, belongs to, in this case VAIO Care