Im working on this pc, I wiped out all the spyware and virus and the pc was stilling moving slow. So i decided to wipe the whole pc and it did start moving a little faster then what it was but not fast enough. Im thinking that it could use more memory or hard-drive space. here are the specs:
60G hard which she had 73% of space left
256mb of memory
intel processor 2.3ghz
It’s made by dell
So what do you think i should do next to speed this pc up.
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12 responses so far ↓
1 Jeremy T // Sep 11, 2008
More memory might help, but its a very old PC. Your never going to get it going very fast. If you need more power your going to need to buy a new computer.
2 Eval666 // Sep 11, 2008
Looking at your specifics, you need more RAM memory or a new computer. An intel 2.3ghz processor is rly weak, but more RAm can improve it. I think a new PC is better though.
3 Antriksh Y // Sep 11, 2008
See this site - http://www.microsoft.com/atwork/getstarted/speed.mspx
There are many places to search. Go to http://www.live.com/ - You will cry to make it your default. It’s great.
4 JM33 // Sep 11, 2008
Definitely more Memory At least 512mb if your running x\p, 2gb if your Running Vista!
5 Holy Cow // Sep 11, 2008
The best thing you could do is buy a newer PC. There’s not much you can do for one that old. I do believe that Dell has a trade in program if you bought the unit from them. Though I’m not a big fan of Dell nor do I know if they still do that.
6 Joseppie // Sep 11, 2008
If you are using Windows XP, that computer will be fast enough to handle word processing, internet surfing, listening to music etc. You can also play some older games, but it won’t be the best for the newest games (and probably won’t play them at all). However, you need to purchase more RAM (Memory). 512MB is the bare minimum for Windows XP to function well, but 1GB is better. I would recommend you upgrade your Memory. Please list the exact Model number of the computer. The model number is usually found very close to the Microsoft Windows sticker on the computer. If it is a laptop, look on the bottom of the laptop - if it is a desktop, look on the sides and/or the back of the computer. Then post a new question asking what kind of RAM to purchase. 1GB will run you about $50 and is very easy to install.
7 Ayon Khan // Sep 11, 2008
There is no doubt that your mention PC is old enough. But it is not too much. I think your PC can ensure you maximum speed. If you have any anti-virus / internet security please uninstalls it. Kaspersky 2009 Series products can slow down your PC. If you are not satisfied then you can format your computer and re-install it. Mind that now a days you should any anti-virus / internet security choose any product which uses low system memory. You can download Avast with 1 year free registration for home use from their site, http://www.avast.com
8 FireAndFlames // Sep 11, 2008
depends on your budget and what purpose you use your computer for.
-you could probably afford more HD space, just get a cheap 150GB.
-256mb should be fine, unless you are a gamer?
-look at getting a dual core processor. They can run many programs simultaneously. but for simple MS word or internet explorer, you should be OK with this CPU
-One important thing that people sometimes overlook is the cooling of the computer. Download SpeedFan and check the temp of the CPU, HDD etc. It will tell you if it is too high.
url: http://www.almico.com/speedfan.php
Alternatively, get a new computer…?
9 deanlewandowski // Sep 11, 2008
2.3 Ghz in NOT slow.
The problem is the RAM. Windows XP requires 512MB to run decently, and should really have 1GB to 2GB to run smoothly.
You can buy RAM dirt cheap now. You need to get the right speed/ type of RAM. Im just hoping that you have normal SDRAM and not the RDRAM that Dell was putting in their computers for a few years… RDRAM is hard to find and expensive… Check online or email me i can probaly find the type you need. (deanlewandowski@yahoo.com)
The other thing you might consider is the hard drive Buffer size.
This will be listed anywhere from 2MB to 16MB, the bigger that is, the faster your data will load.
Unless you are running high end video games, a 2GHZ processor will be fine for what you are doing- office use, watching videos, surfing the internet.
The guy above who mentioned Avast antivirus knows whats up. Norton antivirus is terrible. In the computing world it is known as "bloatware". It has a ton of stuff you don't need and takes up too much disk space. A free program like Avast is much better and FREE.
There is also a program by SiSoft called "Sandra". It is great for analyzing your hard drive, RAM, etc. I reccomend anyone who wants to trouble-shoot their computer to check it out.
10 Ravi // Sep 11, 2008
try google chrome
11 Mickey L // Sep 11, 2008
If your virus/spyware free, there are a couple things you can do get your computer working faster. If you using your computer for normal stuff and not gaming. You don’t always need more RAM you just need to perform a few maintenance task.
First, if you haven’t cleaned your registry in a while. This is necessary. Your registry holds all the information regarding updates, installs, un-installs etc. Each one of those events produces a key. That key needs your PC’s resources and free space. So, if you clean your registry, you make more resources available for speed. Do a registry scan if you got more than 20 errors you should clean it.
http://www.delete-computer-history.com/what-is-the-best-registry-cleaner.html
2. Clear your Windows cache files, this is your temporary file. It can grow up to a large volume and stop your computer from using RAM properly. In a sense slow it down by preventing it from using free space.Here is how:
1. Quit Internet Explorer, Firefox, or any other web browser
2. Click Start, click “Control Panel”, and then double-click “Internet Options”.
3. On the General tab, click “Delete Files” under Temporary Internet Files.
4. In the Delete Files dialog box, click to select the “Delete all offline content” check box , and then click OK.
5. Click OK.
3. Manage your startups. Your excess CPU usage is due to too many programs running in the background. You can cut these to barebones by alter your msconfig. Here is how:
1. Open your Start menu.
2. Click Run
3. In the command screen type “msconfig.exe”
4. In the “system configuration utility”,click either “service” or “startup” tab
5. Uncheck all programs that your are no longer using.
6. Click “OK”
12 james retuya // Sep 11, 2008
try to clean up your hard drive by removing unnecessary files stored. you can also add slave storage memory for free space.i think you are running on a very low memory, try to add some to meet of programs minimum requirements.
Source(s):
http://www.trvidcom.com.au/Products/desktops.html
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