About the Service:
Slow startup times and sluggish behavior are all signs of a PC in need of a Power Boost. These instructions will help you trim the fat and get your computer back in the fast lane.
Disclaimer: Modifying your computer system can cause system failure. Symantec assumes no liability for the application of the steps contained herein.
Step 1
Create a System Restore Point
System Restore is a feature that backs up critical operating system files and settings, allowing you to safely restore them if you make a mistake. Think of it like Undo for Windows.- Click the Windows Start Menu and select Programs (or All Programs, depending on your configuration).
- From there, select Accessories, then System Tools, then System Restore. This will bring up the System Restore Wizard, which will allow you to save the state of critical operating system files for later recovery if necessary.
- Select Create a Restore Point, then click Next. Restore points are very thorough, so it may take a few moments to create it. A prompt will appear when finished, letting you know that the restore point is complete. Click Close.
Step 2
Optimizing Virtual Memory
Virtual memory settings determine how Windows assigns memory resources to programs as they're needed. By simplifying the configuration, Windows performance can be increased.- Right click on My Computer and select Properties.
- Select the Advanced tab in the window that appears, then click Settings in the Performance section.
- Once again, select the Advanced tab in the window that appears.
- Finally, click the Change button in the Virtual Memory section. Your current virtual memory settings will appear.The C: drive should be selected by default.
- In the Paging file size for selected drive, select Custom size.
- Note the Recommended size in the section entitled Total paging file size for all drives.
- Set both Initial size (MB) and Maximum size (MB) to this value.
- Click Set to ensure the change is put into effect.
- Press OK to close the window, then close the Performance Options and System Properties windows.
- If you are asked to restart your computer, go ahead.
Step 3:
Customize the Recycle Bin Size
Files placed in the recycle bin still take up space, even if you think they're gone. By reducing the recycle bin's maximum size, you can reduce wasted space.- Right click the Recycle Bin and select Properties.
- In the window that appears, select the Global tab, then select the Use one setting for all drives option.
- Drag the Maximum size of Recycle Bin slider to 3%. This will allocate a smaller portion of your drives to the recycle bin, ensuring less wasted space. Reducing the Recycle bin size can impact your retrieval of mistakenly deleted items, adjust accordingly.
Step 4:
Run the Desktop Cleanup Wizard
Unused icons tend to build up over time, cluttering your desktop and making your computer more difficult to use. The Desktop Cleanup Wizard helps clear up the mess.- Right click on your desktop and select Properties.
- In the Display Properties window, click the Desktop tab, then click Customize Desktop... to open the Desktop Items window.
- Click Clean Desktop Now to start the wizard.
- Click Next.
- A list will appear, displaying each icon as well as the date it was last used. When the wizard runs, any icon checked in this list will be removed from the desktop. Note that some of them may already be checked by default-these are icons you haven't used in a while. Scroll through the list and make sure you don't want to keep any of the icons checked to be relocated. When you're ready to proceed, click Next, then Finish to complete the wizard.
- All checked icons will be moved to a new folder called Unused Desktop Shortcuts .
Step 5
Disable Startup Items
Your computer follows a list of instructions every time it starts up, performing tasks and starting programs. By removing unnecessary items from this list, your startup time can be improved. This is an advanced step, however, and a familiarity with startup items and related troubleshooting is recommended.- Click the Windows Start menu and select Run.
- In the prompt that appears, type MSCONFIG and press OK.
- When the System Configuration Utility appears, select the Startup tab. A list of your computer's startup items will appear, allowing you to make changes to the programs and services that load when your computer boots up. Uncheck anything that isn't necessary. Research any items you may have questions about. Disabling some items may cause aspects of the computer to not function correctly.
- Click OK.
- When asked to restart your computer, click Restart.
- Upon restarting Windows, you be prompted about the changes you've made. Check the box labeled Do not show this message and click OK.
- If you experience trouble of any kind after modifying the startup item list, return to the System Configuration Utility and re-check the items you disabled.
Step 6
Disable Unneeded Services
Windows manages an array of services that perform tasks and provide various capabilities. Not all are necessary, however. By removing the extraneous ones, your computer has less to juggle and will behave more responsively.- Click the Windows Start menu and select Run.
- In the prompt that appears, type SERVICES.MSC and press OK.
- The Services console appears, along with a complete list of services currently available on your computer. Two of them can be safely disabled: Indexing Service and Remote Registry.
- To disable a service, find its name in the list, right click it, and select Properties. In the window that appears, set the service's Startup Type to Disabled and click OK.
- After disabling both services, close the Services console.
Step 7
Delete Microsoft Windows Temporary files
Windows creates temporary files to store internal data needed for its operation. By periodically cleaning up these files, performance can be kept at its maximum level.- Click the Windows Start menu and select Run.
- In the prompt that appears, type %TEMP% and press OK. The folder window should appear titled Temp.
- Select all of the files in the folder either by pressing Ctrl A or by clicking the Edit menu and selecting Select All.
- With all of the files selected, press Delete on your keyboard, or right click any of the highlighted icons and select Delete.
- In the event that a given temporary file is in use, Windows will let you know and prevent you from deleting it. Don't worry about these.
Step 8
Running the Disk Cleanup Utility
The Disk Cleanup Utility analyzes your hard drive and determines how much space it can free by deleting system files and resources that are no longer needed.- Click the Windows Start Menu and select Programs (or All Programs, depending on your configuration).
- From there, select Accessories, then System Tools, then Disk Cleanup.
- The Disk Cleanup Utility will then begin a complete analysis of your hard drive to determine how much space can be freed. This process may take up to 10 minutes depending on the speed of your computer and the size of your hard drive.
- Once complete, the Disk Cleanup window will appear. The Disk Cleanup tab lists the items that can be deleted and the amount of space each will free. Check the following items:
- Downloaded Program Files
- Temporary Internet Files
- Offline Web Pages
- Recycle Bin (pending customer approval)
- Setup Log Files
- Temporary Files
- WebClient / Publisher Temporary Files
- Temporary Offline Files
- Offline Files
- Catalog Files for the Content Indexer
- Click OK, then click Yes when the Are you sure you want to perform these actions? prompt appears.
- The Disk Cleanup Utility will begin erasing the specified files and will close itself when finished.
Step 9
Uninstalling Programs
Often times, programs are installed but used only rarely, if ever. Nevertheless, unnecessary programs consume disk space and should be removed.- Click the Windows Start Menu and select Run.
- In the run box type appwiz.cpl. The window that appears will present a list of all programs currently installed on your computer.
- Select each program you no longer need and click Remove. This will initiate the program's uninstall sequence, which is usually automatic.
- Be sure to leave the Add or Remove Programs window open for the next step.
Step 10
Remove Unused Internet Explorer Toolbars
Special toolbars are commonly installed in Internet Explorer, sometimes even without a user's knowledge. Removing them can greatly speed up browser performance.- If you completed the last step, the Add or Remove Programs window should still be open.
- This time, look for programs with names containing the word Toolbar.
- Just like last time, select the unwanted toolbar programs and click their corresponding Remove buttons.
Step 11
Set Internet Explorer Cache size to 50 MB
Internet Explorer stores copies of website data on the hard drive while browsing. Reducing the amount of space available for this process can free up hard drive space for other uses.- Click the Windows Start Menu and select Run, then type inetcpl.cpl in the run box. This will bring up the Internet Options window.
- Under the General tab, look for a section called Browsing history or Temporary Internet Files (depending on your browser version).
- Click the Settings button to bring up the Temporary Internet Files and History Settings window.
- Set the spinner marked Disk space to use to 50 and click OK. You'll be using the Internet Options window in the next step, so go ahead and leave it open.
Step 12
Disabling Script debugging
Internet Explorer will alert you when a web page is improperly programmed, but this is usually unnecessary information that simply gets in your way. Disabling this option can make browsing a much smoother experience.- After the last step, the Internet Options window should still be open.
- This time, open the Advanced Tab and find Disable Script Debugging (Internet Explorer) and Disable Script Debugging (Other), both of which should be in the Browsing section of the list.
- Make sure both boxes are checked, then click OK.
Step 13
Setup Windows Automatic Updates
Windows Update is a service that fixes bugs, keeps software up-to-date, and ensures your computer is protected from threats as they emerge.- Windows Update is most useful when it's set to run automatically, ensuring you're always up-to-date. To make sure you're configured properly, click the Windows Start menu and in the Run box type wuaucpl.cpl.
- In the window that appears, make sure Automatic (recommended) is selected.
- For best results, make sure the automatic download option is set to Every Day. Click OK.
Step 14
Defragment your Hard Drive
Defragmentation is an important part of cleaning a hard drive. It is also one of the least expensive and most overlooked methods of getting your computer to run more efficiently.- Click the Windows Start menu, type dfrg.msc into the Run box, and press Enter to start the File Defragmentation utility.
- Select the drive you wish to defragment and press Defragment. Defragmenting a hard drive can be a time consuming process, and depends on the size of your hard drive, the amount of space in use, and other factors.
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