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High Hard Disk activity after startup

Discussion in 'Dell Latitude, Vostro, and Precision' started by Ivanjr, Jan 5, 2010.

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    Ivanjr Newbie

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    Hi all,

    I have a question regarding the Windows XP startup. After the desktop screen appears, and the CPU has finished loading everything, there are lots of Hard Disk activity for around 8 minutes. The hard disk activity goes up to 100% and stays there all this time.

    I still have the Symantec Antivirus installed. I have no idea what's causing this proccessing load, could be a virus? Anybody can help?

    Thanks for the help.
     
    Ivanjr, Jan 5, 2010
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    John Ratsey Moderately inquisitive Super Moderator

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    Start Task Manager and see what processes have high CPU utilization.

    John
     
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