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Feindflug

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Hi, most of the time the CPU-meter tells me that it works around 50-55%, even when the no programs are running except the explorer. I don't think that this is normal, nor healthy for the computer. Once in a while, when I start the computer, I'm surprised to see that the computer works with the CPU being around 5-10%. But this happens rarely, and as said most of the time the computer is around 50%, and as soon as I open one program, it goes up into the 90s and often even blocks at 100%.
What can be the cause for this, and is there a remedy?

Thanks!
 

My Computer

System One

  • CPU
    Intel 2 GHz
    Motherboard
    dunno what that is, but it was changed.
    Memory
    3 gig
Feindflug said:
Hi, most of the time the CPU-meter tells me that it works around 50-55%, even when the no programs are running except the explorer. I don't think that this is normal, nor healthy for the computer. Once in a while, when I start the computer, I'm surprised to see that the computer works with the CPU being around 5-10%. But this happens rarely, and as said most of the time the computer is around 50%, and as soon as I open one program, it goes up into the 90s and often even blocks at 100%.
What can be the cause for this, and is there a remedy?

Thanks!
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Hi Feindflug..... welcome to the forum ;)


open ''task manager'' (ctrl-alt-delete), & look for the process using the most processing power, then take a screen shot & post it back for us.

i had this same problem on a build once, it had me running in circles..... but it turned out to be a PCI card that the motherboard didn't like :(



:)SK
 

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    ME.....
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    Q9450 @ 3.6ghz
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    P5K PREMIUM
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    20'' syncmaster
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I don't know how to take a screen shot, but the task manager tells that explorer is the culprit. When the CPU is at 50-55%, explorer takes around 45-47% of that.
 

My Computer

System One

  • CPU
    Intel 2 GHz
    Motherboard
    dunno what that is, but it was changed.
    Memory
    3 gig
hello:

---it may also be 'malware, spyware' since these programs will be active in the background while you are browsing---(clearing these out usually fixes the prob)---
---maybe try Ccleaner--->CCleaner - Home---
---or try malware remove--->Downloads | Remove-Malware.com---

---please post your results---thank you---

peace
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    eMachines D620 (laptop)
    CPU
    AMD Athlon Processor 2650e 1.60GHz
    Motherboard
    ACPI x86-based PC
    Memory
    (RAM) 1.00GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    Internal DAC (400MHz) - memory: 382 MB
    Sound Card
    Realtek High Def Audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    ATI Radeon X1250 - 14"
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    1280 x 800 (60Hz)
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    ST9160310AS ATA Device
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    Stealth~graphite
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    Launch Manager Version 2.0.02
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    Synaptics PS/2 Port Touchpad + Microsoft Optical Mouse 500
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    Cable/wireless-router
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    NO WEBCAM - (privacy)

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    Self Built
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    i7 3770K HT ON 4.7GHz
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    P8Z68 Deluxe Gen 3
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    8GB G.Skill Ripjaws X 2133mhz
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    2x Gigabyte GTX 670 OC WindForce SLI
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    X-FI Forte + ATH-AD900
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    x2 Dell U2410 / 58" Samsung / "40 Sony
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    1920*1200 / 1920x1080
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    2x Intel 520 240GB * Crucial M4 128GB * 2x Samsung F3 1TB (RAID 0) * 2x WD Caviar Blacks 2TB (RAID 0)
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    Dedicated GTX 485M //
    240GB Intel 520 + 750GB + Blu-Ray //

    Samsung Story 2TB USB 3.0
smarteyeball said:
An over-active explorer.exe usually can point to malware etc. To add to kikidee's post, you could try an AV like Avast:
Free antivirus software download
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hello:

---yes---I also use the free-online anti-virus 'Avast'---
---some people also recommend another free-online a/v - Avira - which has better ratings---

---please post your results---thank you---

peace
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    eMachines D620 (laptop)
    CPU
    AMD Athlon Processor 2650e 1.60GHz
    Motherboard
    ACPI x86-based PC
    Memory
    (RAM) 1.00GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    Internal DAC (400MHz) - memory: 382 MB
    Sound Card
    Realtek High Def Audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    ATI Radeon X1250 - 14"
    Screen Resolution
    1280 x 800 (60Hz)
    Hard Drives
    ST9160310AS ATA Device
    Case
    Stealth~graphite
    Keyboard
    Launch Manager Version 2.0.02
    Mouse
    Synaptics PS/2 Port Touchpad + Microsoft Optical Mouse 500
    Internet Speed
    Cable/wireless-router
    Other Info
    NO WEBCAM - (privacy)
Hi, thnx for the advice. I reformatted/recovered the computer just last week, and have Norton active. Is it possible that malware/spyware could have gotten on the computer in such a short time? Also, since I've Norton, could I still install one of your recomended programs?
 

My Computer

System One

  • CPU
    Intel 2 GHz
    Motherboard
    dunno what that is, but it was changed.
    Memory
    3 gig
Feindflug said:
Hi, thnx for the advice. I reformatted/recovered the computer just last week, and have Norton active. Is it possible that malware/spyware could have gotten on the computer in such a short time? Also, since I've Norton, could I still install one of your recomended programs?
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hello:

---what I did with my pc---download the 'anti-virus' (of your choice) first, but do not open yet--->uninstall the Norton (allow restart)--->now find the antivirus-program and open/install---done---
---also---when you download any 'defender/firewall' program also - do as above - (uncheck the options under Windows-programs to OFF)---

---please post your results---thank you---

peace
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    eMachines D620 (laptop)
    CPU
    AMD Athlon Processor 2650e 1.60GHz
    Motherboard
    ACPI x86-based PC
    Memory
    (RAM) 1.00GB
    Graphics Card(s)
    Internal DAC (400MHz) - memory: 382 MB
    Sound Card
    Realtek High Def Audio
    Monitor(s) Displays
    ATI Radeon X1250 - 14"
    Screen Resolution
    1280 x 800 (60Hz)
    Hard Drives
    ST9160310AS ATA Device
    Case
    Stealth~graphite
    Keyboard
    Launch Manager Version 2.0.02
    Mouse
    Synaptics PS/2 Port Touchpad + Microsoft Optical Mouse 500
    Internet Speed
    Cable/wireless-router
    Other Info
    NO WEBCAM - (privacy)
Are the antivirus programs you recommend comparable to Norton or McAfee? I thought they were superior to free anti-virus programs. Also, must the problem be malware/spyware, or can it be caused by the graphic card too? For example, if I use wikipedia or gmail, the computer becomes unusable. If use facebook or yahoo mail no problems occur.
 

My Computer

System One

  • CPU
    Intel 2 GHz
    Motherboard
    dunno what that is, but it was changed.
    Memory
    3 gig
They A/V's are very comparable. Paid does not always mean better ;)

malware/virus can be one of many potential issues, but it's always a good place to begin.

Video driver problems seem highly unlikely considering the symptoms.
 

My Computer

System One

  • Manufacturer/Model
    Self Built
    CPU
    i7 3770K HT ON 4.7GHz
    Motherboard
    P8Z68 Deluxe Gen 3
    Memory
    8GB G.Skill Ripjaws X 2133mhz
    Graphics Card(s)
    2x Gigabyte GTX 670 OC WindForce SLI
    Sound Card
    X-FI Forte + ATH-AD900
    Monitor(s) Displays
    x2 Dell U2410 / 58" Samsung / "40 Sony
    Screen Resolution
    1920*1200 / 1920x1080
    Hard Drives
    2x Intel 520 240GB * Crucial M4 128GB * 2x Samsung F3 1TB (RAID 0) * 2x WD Caviar Blacks 2TB (RAID 0)
    PSU
    Corsair AX1200W
    Case
    Lian Li PC-V1020A
    Cooling
    NH-D14: 3x140mm Gelid Wing 14: Sunbeam Rheobus Extreme
    Keyboard
    Topre Realforce // Ducky Shine Cherry MX Black
    Mouse
    Razer Imperator + Thermaltake Theron
    Other Info
    Laptop Specs:
    Clevo Sager P170HM //
    17.3 Matte 1920x1200 //
    i7 2720QM // 8GB 1333mhz //
    Dedicated GTX 485M //
    240GB Intel 520 + 750GB + Blu-Ray //

    Samsung Story 2TB USB 3.0

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