Windows 10: High "system" process disk usage

Discus and support High "system" process disk usage in Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging to solve the problem; I am having this issue from yesterday. My computer suddenly slow down. I went to task manager and saw system process at top of task manager window. I... Discussion in 'Windows 10 BSOD Crashes and Debugging' started by YeasirVU, Jul 20, 2021.

  1. YeasirVU Win User

    High "system" process disk usage


    I am having this issue from yesterday. My computer suddenly slow down. I went to task manager and saw system process at top of task manager window. I tried lot of stuff and did not work. I updated windows some days ago. I need help ASAP cause I use this computer for class.

    :)
     
    YeasirVU, Jul 20, 2021
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  2. High Disk Usage Due to "System" Process?

    Hi,

    There are different factors that can affect the performance of your Windows 10 device. This includes recent updates, device drivers that need to be updated and much more. For us to resolve your concern, kindly answer the questions below:

    • Were there any changes made or updates installed prior to the issue occurring?
    • Were you able to verify which system process was having a high disk usage?
    • Which version and build of Windows 10 is installed on your device?

    As an initial recommendation, you can follow the steps on this
    link
    in there order they are posted to improve the performance of your device.

    We look forward to your response to our queries.
     
    Jordan Dom, Jul 20, 2021
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  3. System and compressed memory high disk usage

    Hi Robert,

    As you are facing issues with high system and compressed memory on your device we will help you with this issue.

    Provide us additional information to assist you better with this issue:

    • What is the make and model of your device?
    • What is the complete error message with respect to the memory when you are trying to access games?

    This issue might have occurred due to applications or services running at the startup on the computer. Bad sectors on the hard drive or outdated and incompatible drivers might also cause such issues.

    I suggest you to refer to the below post check if your issue matches with the same.

    If so, I recommend you to try the troubleshooting steps suggested by Amarjeet Paul
    and check if it helps.

    System and compressed memory high disk usage during file
    copy


    Hope it helps. Get back to us with an updated status of this issue for further assistance.
     
    Deepika Gowda, Jul 20, 2021
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  4. High "system" process disk usage

    System and Compressed Memory High Disk Usage

    Hi Yousef,

    As you are facing issues with high system memory usage on your PC, we will help you with this issue.

    I understand the inconvenience you are facing with CPU usage by the processes on your device. Do not worry we will help you with this issue.

    These issues might occur due to applications or services running at the startup on the computer. Bad sectors on the hard drive or outdated and incompatible drivers might also cause such issues.

    I suggest you to refer to the below post check if your issue matches with the same.

    If so, I recommend you to try the troubleshooting steps suggested by Amarjeet Paul
    and check if it helps.

    System and compressed memory high disk usage during file
    copy


    Hope it helps. Get back to us with an updated status of this issue for further assistance.

    Thank you.
     
    Deepika Gowda, Jul 20, 2021
    #4
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