Windows 10: Why is virtual memory unable to disable pagefile?

Discus and support Why is virtual memory unable to disable pagefile? in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; Hello!I want to disable and enable pagefile for a quick and simple reboot. I have attempted to do this through the virtual memory settings in windows.... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Wilhelm Hjelm, Mar 23, 2025.

  1. Why is virtual memory unable to disable pagefile?


    Hello!I want to disable and enable pagefile for a quick and simple reboot. I have attempted to do this through the virtual memory settings in windows. I have unchecked “automatically manage page file size for all drives”, and selected the option “no pagefile”, clicked OK, and then restarted the computer.When the computer comes back on, it will have unchecked “no pagefile” and instead selected “systemadministrated size” without me doing anything. The pagefile.sys is also still there. So it isn’t doing what it should and I don’t understand why.The pagefile size: 3947 MBMinimal size allowed: 16 M

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    Wilhelm Hjelm, Mar 23, 2025
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  2. how to disable virtual memory

    Hi,

    The virtual memory pagefile can be disable using the command prompt, you must be signed in as an administrator. Kindly follow these steps:

    • Press Windows key + R to open the Run window.
    • Type CMD to open the command prompt.
    • Copy and paste this command: fsutil behavior set encryptpagingfile 0.
    • Once done, restart your PC to apply the changes made.
    We're keeping an eye to your reply regarding this issue.
     
    Nathaniel Mon, Mar 23, 2025
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    Is it safe to manage Virtual Memory (Pagefile) In Windows 10 and change settings or not

    On websites and videos I noticed people talk about changing settings for Virtual memory in Windows 10.

    They say it is ok to change the minimum and maximum size of the Pagefile physical memory also on the Virtual Memory box, uncheck the Automatically manage paging file size for all drives check box.

    So please suggest if it is safe to change such settings or not?

    Thank you
     
    Ari94, Mar 23, 2025
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  4. Why is virtual memory unable to disable pagefile?

    Clear Virtual Memory Pagefile at Shutdown in Windows 10


    Hi,
    Nice one Shawn
    What's the listing above about is that to help with the new fake shut down features ?


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    ThrashZone, Mar 23, 2025
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