Process File Name W98EJECT

Process File Name: w98eject.exe

Process Description: The process file w98EJECT.exe is responsible for displaying an alert or pop-up icon informing the user when to safely remove the USB MP3 Player or USB pen that is being used. Having this feature ensures that Windows 98 writes to the USB device any data that it still has in memory before a message pops up telling the user that he or she can already unplug the USB pen/MP3-player.

This process may seem unimportant to some users, but imagine the hassle one will go through finding out that the document is not in the USB. Reminders like this pop-up prevent undue confusion and anxiety with regards to lost documents. The alert will serve its purpose especially to those who are time-pressed (i.e. students) and going from one place to another (i.e. traveling sales representatives). Computer users are assured that any data, pictures or documents he or she is working on are saved and secured. The time and effort of the user in collecting data will not be wasted if inadvertently, because of the absence of the alert pop-up, the user prematurely disengages the USB from the port.

This program is necessary for Windows 98. Installing this program in Windows 98 put that computer at par with the function of later computer models. The presentation simulates the Windows ME/2000/XP/2003/Vista USB “Safely Remove Hardware” icon. It is located in the system tray and will become visible once a removable storage device is plugged in to the USB port. The procedure to acknowledge the pop-up reminder is simple. The user just have to click the icon, wait for the pop-up to appear then click it to make sure that all data in the memory has been transferred to the USB.

The usefulness of this function is evident. Aside from the maker, this task is installed by the drivers CD of many other brands, such as Matsunichi, SanDisk, and others.

Author: SigmaTel

Author URL: http://www.sigmatel.com/

Part of: (Sigmatel) USB disconnect, Matsunichi, SanDisk, and others.

Memory Usage: High

System Process: Yes

Application: Yes

Background Process: Yes

Uses Network: No

Uses Internet: No

Hardware Related: Yes

Common Path: C:\ Window\ System32\ w98eject.exe