CPU activity peaks on CPU1 until you launch Task Manager.
CPU activity peaks on CPU1 until you launch Task Manager.
Have you considered turning off these services? I understand the AMD issues and the browser problems—Chrome had similar concerns too. The tablet setup also needs attention. In Task Manager, navigate to Services, locate each one, click Stop, then Disable. Plus, run a full malwarebytes scan on every drive just in case. It’s a good idea given what you’ve already discovered.
It seems like a potential Trojan might be present, possibly linked to Bitdefender.
Hello once more. After a full night of scanning the entire PC, only two viruses were detected—though I noticed more during a quick scan earlier and they turned out to be patches rather than actual threats. They’ve already been deleted. Still, the high CPU usage persists even after disabling services. I’ve observed that in Windows Defender’s quick scan, it fails to detect anything when the system is under heavy load, but opening Task Manager reveals them instantly. What should I do next? ;_; 1497429146_highcpu.mp4
It's important to understand that viruses aren't fully eliminated during a scan. Parts that clearly belong to a virus are usually isolated, but if they affect system files required for the OS, problems will persist. I'm not sure if you've attempted this before, but a full Windows reinstall is the best way to confirm the virus is gone.
It seems like you're expressing a strong conviction. Just to clarify, are you looking for a rephrased version of your statement or something else?
I understand this feels like the final option now we've checked almost everything we could think of. For future advice, be cautious about downloading anything and always verify files immediately after download—right-click to scan with MWB before opening them. This method works for any file, folder, or drive. You can also submit files to VirusTotal if you're unsure. Also, make sure Windows Defender is active at all times; it's lightweight but reliable enough compared to skipping manual checks.
It seems like you're checking if a specific program is running. There are many similar results online, so it's hard to pinpoint exactly what it is. You're also worried about a high idle percentage—about 55%—which might indicate something isn't quite right.
I don't use a program called unarchiver, and I'm not sure what that process does. Most software like this displays high CPU usage even when it's not active. It might be showing idle time, but it could also indicate something else. My laptop seems fine, and if you install the right software, it should resolve the issue. Someone mentioned ContentManagement as a possible cause—maybe checking that will help.