Use KillProcess utility to close or terminate hung and run-away processes.
KillProcess is a command line utility that can be used to terminate running
processes. Best of all KillProcess attempts to close processes gratefully before
terminating them forcibly. KillProcess can kill multiple instances of the same process.
Download
KillProcess.exe (16 KB).
Here is the help screen containing complete description and examples
Usage: KillProcess [/T timeout] process
Command line parameters:
This pre-installed tool can often identify the latest firmware updates specifically for your hardware configuration.
Here’s a professional and safe content structure for a firmware update package or guide for the drive.
stands for Philips & Lite-On Digital Solutions . It is a joint venture that manufactures optical disc drives for major computer vendors, including HP . When you see "HP PLDS" in your Device Manager, it means you have a Lite-On manufactured drive customized with HP-specific firmware. Technical Specifications Form Factor: 9.5mm Ultra-slim internal drive. Interface: SATA (Serial ATA). Drive Type: DVD±RW layer burner / CD writer. hp plds dvdrw du8aesh firmware update
The HP PLDS DVD-RW DU8AESH does not have a public firmware update. The version installed on the drive is likely the only version that will ever be released.
: Its ultra-slim 9.5mm height makes it an ideal fit for modern thin-profile notebooks. Why Update the Firmware? This pre-installed tool can often identify the latest
Turn off antivirus software, disc burning utilities, and resource-heavy programs.
If the drive is still acting up, run the built-in HP diagnostics: Turn off your PC. It is a joint venture that manufactures optical
To obtain it safely:
Run KillProcess.exe without parameters from the DOS command prompt to see full description of the supported parameters.