TosWaitSrv.exe

Important: If your PC is producing TosWaitSrv.exe errors, you should check your Windows operating system immediately!

The file TosWaitSrv.exe is part of the program Hard Drive Impact Sensor from the manufacturer Toshiba. Its task: TosWaitSrv.exe protects hard disks from damage by turning off the read/write heads when there are strong vibrations.
TosWaitSrv.exe is normally found in the directory unknown. If the file is located in another folder, you may have selected this path when installing the software. Under certain circumstances, this can also be an indication of a virus.

How to fix TosWaitSrv.exe errors

If Windows notifies you of TosWaitSrv.exe errors, the cause may be the result of damaged or corrupted registry entries.
In most cases, it helps to check the Windows registry for TosWaitSrv.exe errors!

If this does not fix TosWaitSrv.exe errors, we recommend uninstalling the program using the Control Panel and then running a scan of the Windows registry again.

TosWaitSrv.exe slows down my PC!

Programs and files can have a strong impact on the performance of a Windows operating system. In some cases, this also includes TosWaitSrv.exe.
In case of doubt, you should uninstall the program in question.
If TosWaitSrv.exe is in the Windows startup folder, it can slow down a PC. We recommend that you turn off the automatic startup of this program if you do not need this function.
Our advise: AVG TuneUp disables unnecessary startup programs and Windows applications thereby minimizing the load on your computer. The software also fixes TosWaitSrv.exe errors!

Is TosWaitSrv.exe harmful to my computer?

TosWaitSrv.exe is considered to be trustworthy. If the file is not located in the standard path, this may indicate the presence of a virus. Scan your PC with an up-to-date virus scanner. We recommend using the free antivirus software AVG Anti-Virus Free.

All information about TosWaitSrv.exe:

The following information about TosWaitSrv.exe is available.
Product name: Hard Drive Impact Sensor
Process name: TosWaitSrv
manufacturer: Toshiba
Website manufacturer: http://us.toshiba.com/computers/research-center/technology-guides/hard-drive-impact-sensor
Standard path: unknown
Category: Background program from Hard Drive Impact Sensor.
Assessment: trustworthy