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Human Interface Device Access

Default Description:

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.

Additional Information:

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. Most hardware, however, comes with its own software drivers to use the functionality this service provides.

Additional Reading:

None at this time.

Discussion Topic Link:

Windows Vista Services Forum

Defaults Startup Type:

Default Vista Home Basic: Manual
Default Vista Home Premium: Manual
Default Vista Business: Manual
Default Vista Ultimate: Manual

Other Settings:

Safe Setting: Manual

Service Names:

Service Name (registry): hidserv

Display Name: Human Interface Device Access

Default Path and Command Line Options:

C:\Windows\system32\svchost.exe -k LocalSystemNetworkRestricted

Log On As:

Account: Local System Account

Dependencies:

What service Human Interface Device Access needs to function properly:

• None

What other service require Human Interface Device Access to function properly:

• None