How to troubleshoot and resolve performance issues on Precision Desktop Workstations

Table of Contents:

1. General guidelines for troubleshooting system performance issues
2. Using the Windows operating system to troubleshoot and resolve system performance issues
3. Troubleshooting specific hardware and software issues with system performance

1. General guidelines for troubleshooting system performance issues

The following articles provide general guidelines for troubleshooting and resolving system performance issues:

• Troubleshooting Slow Performance Issues on my Dell Desktop
• Troubleshooting Slow Performance
• Troubleshooting System Lock Ups or Freezes
• An explanation of why your Dell PC is running slower over time and how to speed it up
• Run Dell's online PC diagnostics
• Where do I find the speed of my computer and performance information?

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2. Using the Windows operating system to troubleshoot and resolve system performance issues

The following articles provide direction for troubleshooting performance issues using the Windows operating system:

• How to use Windows 8 Task Manager
• Permanently disabling Windows startup items for performance and stability

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3. Troubleshooting specific hardware and software issues with system performance

The following articles provide direction for troubleshooting and resolving specific hardware or software issues that negatively impact system performance:

• How to resolve system performance issues that start after you install a new Antivirus Program on a new Dell system
• How memory (RAM) affects performance
• How to Adjust the Cache Size of the Temporary Internet Files Folder in Microsoft Internet Explorer
• Understanding Intel Responsiveness Technologies (Intel Rapid Start, Intel Smart Connect, Intel Smart Response)
• Intel Smart Response Technology Configuration

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