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What is VSServer.exe and How to Remove it
It’s not a critical Windows process
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Updated onDecember 22, 2023
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Key notes
TheVSServer.exeprocess is a part of the VisiSat program developed by Schneider Electric. The program is used for graphic representation of control applications and objects. It can also be used for MicroNet networks to get drawings, diagrams, and reports.
The program serves a specific purpose and is only for a dedicated set of users, and if you haven’t manually installed it, uninstalling it poses no harm and will removeVSServer.exe.
How do I remove VSServer.exe?
1. Disable the VSSGateway service (disables the process)
IfVSServer.exeleads tohigh CPU usage, but you don’t want to remove the process altogether, disabling VSSGateway from theServices consoleis an effective approach. The service is responsible for automatically loading the process and other VisiSat components.
2. Manually delete the process
Remember, after deleting the process, the VisiSat application may stop working or re-download the file during subsequent updates.
3. Uninstall the VisiSat program
IfVSServer.exeis still found after youuninstall the application, it wasn’t likely deleted. In this case, use aneffective software uninstaller toolto get rid of all leftover files and Registry entries. Do the same for other Schneider Electric programs.
4. Reset the PC
If nothing else works, you can alwaysreset Windows 11 to factory defaults. This will help deleteVSServer.exefor good. Also, if it’s a malware with the same name, a reset is the preferred approach.
Before resetting the PC, make sure you copy the critical personal files to an external USB drive or use areliable backup solutionto avoid data loss.
This should get rid of theVSServer.exeprocess from the PC. Also, while you are here, discover some quick tips tomake Windows faster than ever!
For any queries or to share how the process triggered issues in your case, drop a comment below.
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Kazim Ali Alvi
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