Download the updated HP 3D DriveGuard Software package (SoftPaq or later) from the official HP Support website.

If you store irreplaceable data on a spinning HDD and cannot upgrade to an SSD, the patched version is a necessary evil. If you have an SSD, uninstall DriveGuard entirely – it provides zero benefit and consumes CPU cycles.

Method 1: Install the Windows 11 Compatible Driver (SP92431)