"It’s a paperweight, Leo," his boss said, passing by. "Just requisition a new one."

The legitimate file is . It is not a virus. However, because .exe files can be carriers for malware, you should verify the file if you are suspicious.

Because this is a somewhat older utility often used in industrial or administrative contexts, it might not have the newest EV code signing certificates that Windows SmartScreen recognizes immediately.

: A command prompt window may briefly appear showing the progress (e.g., "downloading........"). The printer's display might show "Wait Image" or "Flash Programming".