Enables generic input access to Human Interface Devices (HID), which activates and maintains the use of predefined hot buttons on keyboards, remote controls, and other multimedia devices. If this service is stopped, hot buttons controlled by this service will no longer function. If this service is disabled, any services that explicitly depend on it will fail to start.
You may not have any peripherals that require this service. If one of yours magically does not function anymore, set it to automatic. Namely, scanners with function buttons (fax, copy) or even an "Internet" keyboard with volume or play controls.
Default Vista Home Basic: Manual
Default Vista Home Premium: Manual
Default Vista Business: Manual
Default Vista Ultimate: Manual
Safe Setting: Manual
Service Name (registry): hidserv
Display Name: Human Interface Device Access
C:\Windows\system32\svchost.exe -k LocalSystemNetworkRestricted
Account: Local System Account
What service Human Interface Device Access needs to function properly:
What other service require Human Interface Device Access to function properly:
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Original content created: March 22, 2007
Most recent update: April 10, 2007
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