An introduction to HWInfo
Available in three versions: DOS and 32 or 64 bit for Windows, this software will provide you copious amounts of detailed information. HWInfo is so thorough in collecting system data that it will display specifics on virtually every component of your computer.Although the highly accurate reports are best-suited for technical experts, computer manufacturers and the like, they can prove to be useful for those less experienced with computer jargon.If you are seeking component part numbers, driver updates, or general information including your operating system (OS) version, what model motherboard or hard drive is installed, storage capacity and RAM, HWInfo is for you.In addition, this program will indicate health information of the system such as the battery-wear level, drive temps, unsafe shutdowns, and how many hours the computer has been powered on. It is essential you pay attention to these figures as they can be indicative of impending issues.To install the program, visit HWInfo Diagnostic Software, and choose the appropriate download for your desktop. (Note: If you do not want a full installation go with the Portable option as it will provide you with a zip file, that once unzipped will automatically launch the software.)
Dissecting the HWInfo interface
Upon starting HWInfo, you have a few options, default mode will run both a sensor report and system summary, or you can choose to run each separately. If you proceed in default mode, you will observe two main windows, the larger sensor report and a smaller system summary.Starting with the summary window, you can find CPU and GPU data along with drives, memory, and operating system specs. One detail missing was the standard Windows minimize option, which forced me to move the window out of the way to view the sensor report data.

