Windows 10: Computer Abnormally slow/ freezes on simple tasks/ windows explorer crashes causing force...

Good evening,


I have been having problems with my computer for several months now. I have been trying to diagnosis the problem, however, I can't seem to find the problem to it.

Problem:

• A simple task like using the taskbar can even freeze the computer forcing a restart.
• Another would be trying to use the internet(google chrome in my case) and freezes as well.
• Using applications also would cause this to happen as well(more prominent in using the app discord).
• While using it for gaming, it freezes for the first 5-10 mins on the game's startup regardless of what game, then it steadies out and performs as expected.

From what I have read, many say that there could be a problem with my hard drive.
I would think so too as I have had to consistently scan and repair my C: Drive on startup.

I started to question the age of my hardware as I thought it could also be because my CPU is old.


Current PC Specs:

Processor: Inter Core I7-4770K 3.5 GHz

Ram: Corsair Vengeance 4x 4 GB DDR3

GPU: Geforce Gtx 760 2GB GDDR5

MotherBoard: Asus P8Z77-V LK

HardDrive: WD Black 3TB WD3003FZEX



Things I have tried:

• I have tried to clean the hardware inside the PC of any dust or grit that may trouble the fans and CPU.
• I have defragged the Hard Drive multiple times.
• Replugged the cables for both the SSD Drive and Hard drive to the power supply in case a cable was faulty.
• Used Performance Monitor to check for possible failures, but every Basic System Check passed.
• Used Windows Memory Diagnostics to see if it was possible my RAM had been causing some issues which came up with no failure.

*Note that I am very unfamiliar with computer hardware, so I really do not understand what the issue is at the moment. I wanted to consult someone before I either try to buy new parts or perhaps bring it in, but that would be far too expensive.*


Thank you,

Mitchell

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Internet Explorer is slow, crashing, freezing

Hi Albert,

Thank you for contacting Microsoft Community.

Method 1: I would suggest you to run the Internet Explorer performance troubleshooter which would tell us the reason behind the issue and check.

Follow these steps to run Internet Explorer Performance troubleshooter.

• Click on search and type troubleshooting.
• Select Troubleshooting.
• Select View all on the top left corner.
• Run Internet Explorer Performance troubleshooter.

Method 2: Follow the steps suggested in this link and check if it helps.

What to do when Internet Explorer isn't working

http://windows.microsoft.com/en-in/internet-explorer/ie-crashes-stops-working#ie=ie-11

Reset Internet Explorer disclaimer: The Reset Internet Explorer Settings feature might reset security settings or privacy settings that you added to the list of Trusted Sites. The Reset Internet Explorer Settings feature
might also reset parental control settings. We recommend that you note these sites before you use the Reset Internet Explorer Settings feature.

Method 3: I would suggest you to run
System Maintenance Troubleshooter and check if it helps:

• Press Windows + X key.　
• Select Control panel.
• In the search box, type Troubleshooter and then click
  Troubleshooting.
• Under System and Security,
• Click on System Maintenance and Click on Next button.
  

Hope this information is helpful and do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist.

 

Slow operation, crashes and freezing since windows 10

Hi Anil

Thanks for your reply.

I tried the above and no difference.

In answer to your questions please see below.

• 
  What does it freezing? Is Internet Explorer freezing or computer is freezing?Rakesh: it's mainly the computer freezing. I don't use Internet Explorer
  
• 
  As you said that slow operation, what is running slow? Are you not able to open any files/applications? Rakesh: The main thing which is slow more often than not is windows explorer.
  Also sometimes when I hit the start key or search through 'ask me anything' the computer freeezes.
  
• 
  Does your PC hangs? Rakesh: The PC does hang, sometimes for 10-15mins before recovering or requiring a manual restart.
  

Thanks

Rakesh

 

all games crash!

ive watch my temps and both the cpu and gpu are within normal ranges. when it freezes it simply freezes the image and stops the sound. i must reboot to get back to windows.