Significant delays continue despite extensive troubleshooting efforts
Significant delays continue despite extensive troubleshooting efforts
If the System File Check identified problems, some OS files became corrupted. After running the Check Disk, restart the system via the start menu and let it complete without any interaction. The process requires the OS to be inactive; you’ll see a black screen with white text explaining the steps. Avoid pressing buttons—just allow it to finish. The system will restart afterward.
Regarding overclocking, since this topic is in that area, I’m open to the possibility. If it’s active, try disabling it and see if performance improves. If not, the instability might be due to faulty components. You could also test from the console to determine if the OS stops unexpectedly.
It appears the check disk couldn’t run while the system was active, so it offered a startup option. After restarting multiple times, it worked on startup. It seems unclear what’s causing the issue—no other solutions are obvious. I’m unsure if overclocking is happening or not, but I don’t want to risk further damage by continuing without confirmation.
I’m new to this forum and didn’t intend to mention overclocking. If you’re unsure about any steps, a full system check might be the safest approach before proceeding.
Things unfold naturally, but tags are limited now. For Windows 8, 8.1 or 10 users, refreshing the installation might be an option if corruption is suspected, allowing you to proceed through the setup without creating bootable media or dealing with other complications.
Some useful links:
https://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/4090...-10-a.html
https://www.howtogeek.com/132428/everyth...dows-8-pc/
If the problem stems from software, this should resolve it. Otherwise, it might point to a BIOS or hardware fault. Clearing CMOS and resetting BIOS settings could help if it's a BIOS issue. If not, you'll need to identify the faulty hardware component.
From what I hear, the issue seems related to BIOS—perhaps the CPU fails to fully awaken from sleep states, leading to reduced performance. At this stage, only testing possibilities is possible.
On Windows 10, checking the Task Manager, switching to the Performance tab and selecting CPU will reveal its speed. A consistent reading near 800MHz when it's significantly slow suggests a potential problem.
When using Windows 8, 8.1 or 10, a recovery option is available that offers two choices.
First, it can reinstall the OS to factory defaults and erase all personal data from the computer.
Second, it can reinstall the OS while preserving your personal files.
For both scenarios, you’ll need to reinstall programs; however, with the second method, your personal files and folders such as Pics, Music, Documents will remain intact. This should resolve any problems caused by the OS.
If you continue experiencing slow performance after a restore, please let me know and I will provide a list of free tools to test your PC’s hardware.
To access this option, open settings, click on recovery, and choose the first option labeled "Reset This PC."
8924th :
Well things happen, can't do much about the tags now. If you're running windows 8, 8.1 or 10, you should have the option to refreshing the Windows install in case something really is corrupted, so you could technically follow the whole process without having to deal with making bootable drives etc.
Some related pages which are relevant:
https://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/4090...-10-a.html
https://www.howtogeek.com/132428/everyth...dows-8-pc/
If it really is an issue with the software, this should take care of it. Otherwise, we're talking some sort of BIOS or hardware issue. If it's the former, you could probably solve it by clearing the CMOS and resetting the BIOS settings. If it's the latter, which I hope not, then you'd have to start looking at exactly which piece of hardware is acting up.
IMO it sounds like a BIOS thing to me as if the CPU isn't properly "waking up" from the sleep states it goes into when it's idle or sleeping, causing it to run at a severely lower capacity. At this point, we can only test what it might be.
If you're on windows 10 and look at the task manager, switching to the performance tab and selecting the CPU should show you quickly what speed the CPU is running it. If it's stuck to like 800mhz when it is super slow that would explain quite a lot.
Actually "Tags" are able to be edited at any time even after there has been a solution selected. So this is not an issue.
Moderators Please move this thread to the relevant section. Thank you.
8924th :
Well things happen, can't do much about the tags now. If you're running windows 8, 8.1 or 10, you should have the option to refreshing the Windows install in case something really is corrupted, so you could technically follow the whole process without having to deal with making bootable drives etc.
Some related pages which are relevant:
https://www.tenforums.com/tutorials/4090...-10-a.html
https://www.howtogeek.com/132428/everyth...dows-8-pc/
If it really is an issue with the software, this should take care of it. Otherwise, we're talking some sort of BIOS or hardware issue. If it's the former, you could probably solve it by clearing the CMOS and resetting the BIOS settings. If it's the latter, which I hope not, then you'd have to start looking at exactly which piece of hardware is acting up.
IMO it sounds like a BIOS thing to me as if the CPU isn't properly "waking up" from the sleep states it goes into when it's idle or sleeping, causing it to run at a severely lower capacity. At this point, we can only test what it might be.
If you're on windows 10 and look at the task manager, switching to the performance tab and selecting the CPU should show you quickly what speed the CPU is running it. If it's stuck to like 800mhz when it is super slow that would explain quite a lot.
It sounds like the BIOS problem you explained because it only tends to happen after my computer has been in sleep mode, the way I have been getting rid of it is hard resetting ie. holding the power button. would reset the BIOS help? from what I understand you do so by removing the small battery and putting it back in but I am not 100% sure. As well I am running Windows 7.
If there’s a problem when exiting sleep, it’s likely a software-related issue. To reset the BIOS, standard methods include disconnecting the power cord from the wall, removing the small button battery for one minute and replacing it, or locating the jumper on the motherboard labeled CLRCMOS, RESET, CLR, RSTCMS, etc., to reset it. In any case, you must remove the power cord from the wall. If not done, the BIOS won’t clear its data. Another option is to access the BIOS and select restore default settings, then press F10, click save and reset, following the prompts. Different manufacturers may phrase these steps slightly differently, which contributes to the lack of clarity.
If there’s a problem exiting sleep, it’s likely a software-related issue. To reset the BIOS, there are several standard methods across all motherboards—typically removing the power cord from the wall, either by taking out the small button battery for one minute and replacing it, or locating the jumper on the motherboard labeled CLRCMOS, RESET, CLR, RSTCMS, etc. In any case, disconnect the power cord from the wall. If not done properly, the BIOS won’t reset. Another option is to enter the BIOS and click restore default settings, then press F10 to save and reset. Since each manufacturer has slightly different instructions, the information can be vague. Apologies for the delay—I was busy but turned off the sleep mode when I returned; no lag appeared, so it’s likely the wake-up function was the cause. I’ll unplug everything and reinsert the battery to see if that fixes the issue.
If resetting the BIOS to default doesn't resolve the problem, consider performing a clean boot to check if the issue continues. If the problem appears only after entering sleep mode, it may indicate an issue with software or hardware exiting the S state.
S state = low powered sleep state
Clean boot instructions: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help...in-windows
Differences between C states and S states:
S states are sleep modes where power is completely cut off from the CPU.
C states are low-power modes that keep the CPU running but reduce its energy usage, such as parking unused cores to save power. An example is CPU Parking, typically in state C6, which can be disabled via BIOS settings on most motherboards.
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