What is SwUSB.exe & How to Fix its Errors

End task for the file in the Task Manager if you encounter errors

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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Recently, many users have reported seeing a SwUSB.exe process running in the Task Manager on their Windows PCs. It sprouted some concerns about its safety to the computer. Hence, this guide will take you through what SwUSB.exe does and what to do if it causes any errors.

Likewise, you may be interested in our article aboutexe files deleting themselves on Windows 11and some steps for fixing it.

What is the SwUSB EXE file?

SwUSB.exe is an executable file belonging to the Switch USB2.0/USB3.0 for the WinXP process. The executable comes as a component of the Realtek Wireless LAN Utility by Realtek. The executable does the following:

Is SwUSB.exe safe or a virus?

To verify whether the SwUSB.exe file on your computer is safe, observe the following checks:

How can I fix the SwUSB.exe application error?

1. End task for SwUSB.exe

The above steps will stop the SwUSB.exe process on your PC and prevent it from harming the computer. You can check our article on what to do if theTask Manager is slow to open or respondon your PC.

2. Remove the file via File Explorer

Removing the executable file in File Explorer will disable the program running on it.

In conclusion, read our detailed guide on whyexe files are not openingand how to fix it on Windows 11. Also, you can checkantivirus software blocking .exe fileson the PC and ways to resolve it.

Should you have further questions or suggestions, kindly drop them in the comments section.

What is SwUSB.exe & How to Fix its Errors#

What is the SwUSB EXE file?#

Is SwUSB.exe safe or a virus?#

How can I fix the SwUSB.exe application error?#

1. End task for SwUSB.exe#

2. Remove the file via File Explorer#