how do I uninstall driver update by slimware utilities

Anonymous
2013-01-29T12:35:22+00:00

I tried to uninstall driver update by slimware utilities. I did it on programs and features, but it just sits there. Can someone help me

Windows for home | Previous Windows versions | Devices and drivers

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Anonymous
2016-02-07T15:18:39+00:00

Go to "show hidden icons" and left click on the two Slimware apps running in the background, and "Exit" both of them. Now go to "Settings", "System", then "Apps and Features". Find the program Driver Update, and Uninstall. Now, SlimwareCleaner Plus. Restart.

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Anonymous
2013-01-30T06:46:30+00:00

Hi CalSylFaust,

Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community Forums.

Based on the description, it appears that you would like to uninstall the driver update by slimware utilities. I will definitely help you in fixing this issue.

  1. Do you receive any error message when trying to uninstall?
  2. Is the issue confined to a specific application?
  3. Are you referring to slimware utilities update or the application?
  4. Have you made any changes on the computer prior to this issue?

Method 1: I would suggest you to follow the steps to uninstall the Slimware Utilities from the support link and check if it helps.

https://www.slimwareutilities.com/slimcleaner.php

Method 2: I would also suggest you to run the Microsoft FIXIT from the link and check if it helps.

Fix problems with programs that can't be installed or uninstalled

http://support.microsoft.com/mats/Program_Install_and_Uninstall/

Method 3: If the issue persists, I would suggest you to contact Slimware Utilities support for further assistance.

https://www.slimwareutilities.com/contact_us.php

https://www.slimwareutilities.com/forum/forum.php

Hope this helps. Try the above steps and get back to us for further assistance if you have any issues regarding Windows Operating System. We will be happy to help you.

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Anonymous
2016-02-08T23:23:25+00:00

None of the above methods work ... I can't believe I'm the only person with this dilemma

No, you're not alone. A list of some related threads is located here, but you chose a very old one :(

In 2013/14, suggested methods 1 [See later EDIT/NOTE below] & 2 per the Answer-marked post you're referring to in this specific thread might have helped then a few affected users, but not ALL. Method 3 was/is still a really bad idea!

If Terry's suggestion right above this post does not help you to get rid of this 'bogus' (difficult-to-remove) program, please try Revo Uninstaller and MBAM. The combination of these tools should take care of this PUP.

MBAM should detect it as 'PUP.Optional.DriverUpdate.A'.

This > 'Remove PUP.Optional.DriverUpdate.A virus Removal Guide' may be of assistance.

AdwCleaner (a trustworthy anti-adware scanner) may also be a good idea to search (and remove) for any other Adware or Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP) that might have been installed there with or without your knowledge or consent.

You need to remove - not only 'DriverUpdate' - but everything "SlimWare Utilities" that might have been installed (SlimCleaner, for instance?) there with or without your knowledge.

Hope this helps.

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<EDIT> Note that in the link in Method #1 you should have clicked the 'Uninstall' tab right below the big green 'Download from Download.com' link <= which, by the way, points to CNet's proprietary installer... which is not a good idea either. It may contain additional 'bundleware, adware, or PUPs' you don't want installed along the one you're already trying to remove... making worse your headache ;)

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  1. Anonymous
    2016-03-07T22:23:05+00:00

    The easiest way I found was right in my trove of anti-malware programs...Malwarebytes. The first scan through it will look like everything is fine. The reason is that Slimware somehow manages to "exclude" itself from the scan. After the scan is completed, click on the "exclusions" radiat at the top of the Malwarebytes dashboard and look. There may be 1,200 + entries of various slimware junk excluded from the scan. Click on the button which allows you to remove the exclusions and re-run the program. It will take a few minutes because there are so many of them.  I just told Malwarebytes to remove all exclusions, which it did on rerunning the scan. I figure if I really need to exclude something I can exclude it later. Quick, easy, painless and I didn't have to go back to school to major in computer science. Just remember, whenever you agree to install a program chances are that you might be circumventing whatever anti-virus or malware protection you have. Once that junk is in your system they do a good job of hiding themselves and excluding themselves from anti-virus and malware scans. Look for the little things that look out of place or questionable. Good luck and join me in taking the oath to never again install a downloaded program without doing several google searches for "Comments" on the particular software you are considering.

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  2. Anonymous
    2016-02-23T05:09:53+00:00

    Terry refers to the Notification Area (icons, not items) located at the right end of the taskbar - See: How to Hide or Show in Windows 10.

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