Pc is slow

[8882699467]

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[Raj_05]

Hi @8882699467,

Welcome to HP Support Community.

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

If your HP Notebook - 15 PC is running slow, there are several steps you can take to improve its performance.

Check for Updates:

• Make sure your operating system and drivers are up-to-date. Go to Settings > Update & Security and check for any available updates.

Manage Startup Programs:

• Press Ctrl + Shift + Esc to open Task Manager, then go to the Startup tab. Disable any unnecessary programs that are starting with Windows.

Free Up Disk Space:

• Use the built-in Disk Cleanup tool to remove temporary files and system cache. Type Disk Cleanup in the Start menu search bar and follow the prompts.

Run a Full System Scan:

• Use Windows Defender or your preferred antivirus software to scan for malware or other security threats.

Check for Resource Hogs:

• In Task Manager, check the Processes tab to see if any applications are using an unusually high amount of CPU, memory, or disk resources.

Adjust Performance Settings:

• Go to Control Panel > System and Security > System, then click on Advanced system settings. Under the Advanced tab, click on Settings in the Performance section and choose Adjust for best performance.

Clean Up and Defragment Your Hard Drive:

• For HDDs, you can use the Disk Defragmenter tool. For SSDs, make sure TRIM is enabled and avoid defragmentation.

Check for Hardware Issues:

• If you have a mechanical hard drive, consider upgrading to an SSD for significant performance improvements. Also, check if the RAM is functioning properly.

Check for Overheating:

• Overheating can throttle performance. Ensure your laptop’s cooling vents are not blocked and consider using a cooling pad.

Perform a System Reset:

• As a last resort, you might consider a system reset. Go to Settings > Update & Security > Recovery and choose Reset this PC. Make sure to back up your data before doing this.

I hope this helps.

Take care and have a good day.

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