Removing the SamFw Tool: A Step-by-Step Guide

1. Close the SamFw Tool

Ensure the SamFw Tool is not running. Close the application completely by checking the system tray and task manager for any active processes related to the tool.

2. Uninstall via Control Panel (Windows)

a. Open Control Panel

• Press Win + R to open the Run dialog.
• Type control and press Enter to open the Control Panel.

b. Navigate to Programs and Features

• Click on «Programs» and then «Programs and Features.»

c. Find the SamFw Tool

• Scroll through the list of installed programs and locate the SamFw Tool.

d. Uninstall the Tool

• Right-click on the SamFw Tool and select «Uninstall.»
• Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation process.

3. Remove Residual Files

After uninstalling the tool, some residual files and folders may remain on your system. To ensure a complete removal, follow these steps:

a. Delete Installation Directory

• Navigate to the directory where the SamFw Tool was installed (commonly C:\Program Files\ or C:\Program Files (x86)\).
• Delete the folder associated with the SamFw Tool.

b. Clean Up Temporary Files

• Press Win + R to open the Run dialog.
• Type %temp% and press Enter to open the temporary files directory.
• Delete any files or folders related to the SamFw Tool.

4. Clean the Registry (Advanced Users)

Editing the Windows Registry can be risky. Proceed with caution and consider backing up the registry before making any changes.

a. Open Registry Editor

• Press Win + R to open the Run dialog.
• Type regedit and press Enter to open the Registry Editor.

b. Find and Delete Entries

• Use the search function (Ctrl + F) to locate entries related to the SamFw Tool.
• Carefully delete any relevant entries. Be cautious not to remove unrelated entries, as this could affect system stability.

5. Restart the Computer

After completing the removal process, restart your computer to ensure all changes take effect and residual processes are terminated.

Verifying the Removal

1. Check Installed Programs

Re-open the Control Panel and navigate to «Programs and Features» to verify that the SamFw Tool no longer appears in the list of installed programs.

2. Search for Residual Files

Perform a system-wide search for any remaining files or folders related to the SamFw Tool and delete them.

3. Monitor System Performance

Observe your system’s performance to ensure there are no lingering issues or conflicts. The removal of the SamFw Tool should ideally result in improved performance and stability.