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When I use File Checker when I am optimising my PC, I get a message saying 'An instance of this is already running, please try again later', where is file checker on my PC?.

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Hi @ThomasMorris,

 

Welcome to HP Support Community.

 

Thank you for posting your query, I will be glad to help you.

 

It sounds like you're referring to the System File Checker (SFC) tool in Windows, which checks and restores corrupted system files on your PC. Here's how you can access and use it on your HP Pavilion All-In-One.

 

Search for Command Prompt: Type "Command Prompt" in the Windows search bar located next to the Start menu.

Run as Administrator: Right-click on "Command Prompt" and select "Run as administrator" to open it with administrative privileges.

Run System File Checker (SFC): In the Command Prompt window, type the following command and press Enter:

 

sfc /scannow

 

This command initiates the System File Checker to scan for and repair corrupted system files.

Wait for Completion: The scanning process may take some time. Once it's complete, it will provide a report on any issues found and whether it was able to repair them.

If you encounter the message "An instance of this is already running, please try again later," it suggests that another instance of the SFC tool might already be running or that some other process is interfering. Here’s how you can handle this:

  • Restart your PC: Sometimes, restarting your computer can resolve this issue by stopping any ongoing processes that might be conflicting.
  • Check Task Manager: You can open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc), go to the "Processes" tab, and make sure no instances of "sfc.exe" or related processes are running. If you find any, you can end those tasks.

 

After ensuring no conflicting instances are running, try running the sfc /scannow command again in the Command Prompt.

 

I hope this helps.

 

Take care and have a good day.

 

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Alden4

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I am an HP Employee.
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When I type in sfc/scannow and press enter I get a message saying 'Windows Resource Protection could not perform the requested operation.'

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Hi @ThomasMorris,

 

Thank you for your response, 

 

I'm sending a private message to assist you with the next action.

 

Please check your Private message icon on the upper right corner of your HP Community profile Next, to your profile Name, you should see a little blue envelope, please click on it or simply click on this link.

 

I hope this helps! Keep me posted.

 

Alden4

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I am an HP Employee.
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