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06-28-2025 02:31 AM
@maga05, Welcome to HP Support Community.
Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.
Based on the hardware ID ACPI\HPQ0004, your PC is missing the HP 3D DriveGuard driver, which is part of HP's ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software. This driver helps protect your hard drive from damage due to sudden movements or shocks.
Here's how to resolve the issue:
Download the correct driver:
- Go to the official HP support page for this issue:
HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (SP61037) - Scroll down to find SoftPaq SP61037.
- Click the Download link for SP61037.
Install the driver:
- Once downloaded, double-click the file to begin installation.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
- Restart your PC after installation.
Verify installation:
- Open Device Manager.
- Expand System Devices.
- Confirm that the unknown device is no longer listed, and HP 3D DriveGuard appears without any warning icons.
HP PCs - HP 3D DriveGuard is displayed as an unknown device (ACPI\HPQ0004 or ACPI\HPQ6007) after the...
I hope this helps.
Take care and have a good day.
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