HP Connection Optimizer

HP Connection Optimizer 2.0.22

On certain HP devices, it automatically recovers the driver of a communications device that has stopped functioning.

  • By HP Inc.
  • Free
  • Updated Apr 17, 2026
Download for Windows

About HP Connection Optimizer

On certain HP devices, it automatically recovers the driver of a communications device that has stopped functioning.

Technical details

PublisherHP Inc.
Version2.0.22
Release date2026-04-17
LicenseProprietary (Freeware)
Installer typeexe
Architecturex64
Package IDHP.ConnectionOptimizer
Admin rightsRequired

Install HP Connection Optimizer from the command line

Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=HP.ConnectionOptimizer -e
Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=HP.ConnectionOptimizer -e
Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=HP.ConnectionOptimizer -e
Silent install with the offline installer
"sp172460.exe" /s
Install to a custom folder
"sp172460.exe" /f "D:\Apps\HP Connection Optimizer"
Uninstall the MSI package
msiexec /x {6468C4A5-E47E-405F-B675-A70A70983EA6} /quiet

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Frequently asked questions

Is HP Connection Optimizer free?

Yes, HP Connection Optimizer is free to download and use on Windows.

What is the latest version of HP Connection Optimizer?

The latest version is 2.0.22, released on Apr 17, 2026.

Is it safe to download HP Connection Optimizer?

The download button links to the official installer published on ftp.hp.com, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with a2b9f9bba66ed63edd62575cee14e83eb36f94c8634d0d7caae374ea86f85d77.

Which Windows versions does HP Connection Optimizer support?

HP Connection Optimizer runs on Windows and is available for 64-bit (x64) systems.

How do I install HP Connection Optimizer silently?

Run the offline installer with "sp172460.exe" /s, or install it with Windows Package Manager: winget install --id=HP.ConnectionOptimizer -e --silent.

How do I uninstall HP Connection Optimizer?

Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find HP Connection Optimizer and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=HP.ConnectionOptimizer -e.