Cannot find script file HPAudioswitchLC.vbs at startup in Windows 10

In today’s post we will explain what HPAudioswitchLC.vbs is then try to resolve the issue regarding the error message Cannot find script file HPAudioswitchLC.vbs at startup in Windows 10.

HPAudioSwitchLC.vbs is not essential for the Windows operating system and causes relatively few problems. HPAudioSwitchLC.vbs is located at:

C: Program Files (x86) HP HPAudioSwitch.

The file size is 249 bytes. The application has a visible window and can be closed by clicking on the red “x” button. There is no description of the program. The process starts when Windows starts via the registry key HKLM User shell folders. It is not a Windows system file.

In addition, HPAudioSwitchLC.vbs appears to be a file that has been compressed by an EXE-Packer. This technique is often used by Trojans to maintain the small size of the file and hamper debugging efforts. However, that in itself is not reason enough to assume malicious intent, as even well-intentioned professional software makers take advantage of compressed files. For this reason, 66% of all experts consider this file as a possible threat. The likelihood that it could harm is high.

If you see this file on your hard drive or in Windows Task Manager, make sure it’s not a malicious variant. Run a full and thorough virus scan. It is a fact that many Trojans try to hide their true identity by calling themselves HPAudioSwitchLC.vbs.

Cannot find script file HPAudioswitchLC.vbs on startup

When you start your Windows 10 PC, you may experience this Unable to find script file problem. An obsolete or defective version of HPAudioSwitchLC.vbs can cause problems for your computer, ranging from slowness to error messages like these:

HPAudioSwitchLC.vbs no longer works. Windows is looking for a solution to the problem.

HPAudioSwitchLC.vbs no longer works. A problem prevented the program from working properly. Windows will close the program and notify you if a solution is available.

HPAudioSwitchLC.vbs has encountered a problem and needs to close.

Access violation at address FFFFFFFF in module HPAudioSwitchLC.vbs. Reading address 00000000.

Best methods to resolve issues with HPAudioSwitchLC.vbs

If you have this problem, you can try our recommended solutions listed below in no particular order.

1. Run an antivirus scan
2. Perform Disk Cleanup
3. Uninstall the program.

Let us now see the brief description of these solutions.

1]Run an antivirus scan

As a security measure, since the HPAudioSwitchLC.vbs file can be exploited or hidden to be a virus, we suggest that you run a full system virus scan with Windows Defender or any other reputable third-party audiovisual product.

2]Perform Disk Cleanup

A clean and tidy computer is the key requirement for avoiding problems with HPAudioSwitchLC. That means cleaning up your hard drive using the Windows 10 built-in disk cleaner or a third-party tool like CCleaner.

3]Uninstall the program

Uninstalling programs you no longer need, checking autostart programs using msconfig could solve this problem.

It should be noted that the HPAudioSwitchLC.vbs process is also called HPAudioSwitchLC.vbs and is part of HP audio switch. This software is produced by ‘Unknown’. You should try to uninstall HP Audio Switch.

After uninstalling, restart your computer.

Then launch File Explorer and see if there is still a folder with the name of the software under C: Program Files. Delete it if you see it.

Also be sure to check the registry for the remains of HPAudioSwitchLC.vbs. To do this, run Regedit, then look under HMLM User Shell records for “HPAudioSwitchLC” and delete these entries.

And that’s all!