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HP Support Assistant

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HP Support Assistant 9.46.17.0 · Drivers · Fixes · Virtual Agent · Verify SHA-256 before install · Not an HP corporate site ·

Features

What HP Support Assistant can do on Windows

Driver and firmware updates, one-click Fixes & Diagnostics, device cards with product details, scheduled scans, and Virtual Agent help when automated repair is not enough.

Updates & messages

Weekly scan, then clear priorities

A background scan fills Messages and Updates. Items sort into lanes so critical packages stay ahead of optional tips.

1

Important

Reliability and security-related updates. Can install automatically, or notify you first.

2

Recommended

Performance and stability packages worth reviewing after the weekly scan.

3

Optional

Experience improvements and non-urgent add-ons you can install when convenient.

Messages & updates
Messages and updates list inside HP Support Assistant

Fixes & Diagnostics

One-click repair paths before you escalate

Run targeted checks for common Windows and HP hardware issues. If a fix cannot finish the job, move on to Virtual Agent.

Operating System Check

Scans frequent OS problems and applies available repairs.

Performance Tune-up

Looks for slowdowns and cleanup opportunities on the PC.

Audio Check

Targets sound device and driver issues that block playback.

Battery Check

Reviews battery health signals and related power problems.

Network Check

Helps recover Wi-Fi and connectivity failures on Windows.

Printer tools

Repair paths for HP printers connected to the Windows PC.

Fixes & Diagnostics grid
Fixes and Diagnostics panel for an HP notebook

Devices & settings

See your hardware, then set the scan cadence

Device cards surface product and serial details. Application Settings control the weekly update schedule and related preferences.

Device card
Device dashboard card with Updates action

Device dashboard

Open a card to confirm model details, serial number, and jump into Updates for that device.

Beyond HP-branded PCs

Install on other makers’ Windows machines when you need HP printer and PC support tools. Sign-in can unlock connected devices where offered.

Settings · schedule
Timer preferences screen for weekly automatic scans

Weekly schedule

Keep the automatic scan on a schedule that fits your PC. Pair it with Windows Update so OS patches and HP packages stay in sync.

Virtual Agent

Guided help when one-click is not enough

If automated Fixes stop short, Virtual Agent walks through next steps for HP PCs and printers without leaving the toolkit.

Virtual Agent
Guided agent desk with troubleshooting conversation entry

Escalate without guessing

Use Fixes first for fast local repairs. Open Virtual Agent when you need a guided path, connected-device context, or a clearer next action.

Ready to install the current build?

Download 9.46.17.0 for Windows 10 RS4+ and Windows 11, then verify the published SHA hashes before you run the file.

Status: Ready · build 9.46.17.0 · Features Channel: Windows 10 / 11 · x64 Caps Lock
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