Windows 10: Windows 11, I have a problem with my DISKS that they run at 100% even after resetting my PC

I have tried installing windows on my D drive, this removes the 100% disk space however it doesnt load apps like microsoft store, also some websites dont work for some reason i have 0 clue.When i try downloading windows on my C drive, it runs at 100% and i still have the same issues with the apps and websites

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Disk Usage at 100% with nothing running

My PC is running Windows 10 with the latest updates but has suddenly become unusable with disk usage staying at 100% even with nothing running and just the same processes listed in Task Manager as before the problems
started. I've tried a few suggestions found in online forums - disabling Windows Search and Superfetch, adjusting page file size, etc. but nothing has done the trick yet. I don't have any outside anti-virus software installed. I read about the potential MSI
issue but don't have IDE ATA/ATAPI Controllers listed in the Device Manager. Finally, it seems to boot up normally and will have periods where the disk usage drops and it's usable but those moments are brief and it inevitably goes back up to 100% usage.

 

Windows 11 Disk running 100% constantly

Hi Bailey. I'm Greg, 10 years awarded Windows MVP, here to help you.

Try these fixes for 100% disk usage in WIndows 11:

https://beebom.com/how-fix-100-disk-usage-windo...

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https://www.groovypost.com/howto/fix-100-percen...

https://nerdschalk.com/how-to-fix-100-disk-usag...

https://windows101tricks.com/windows-11-high-di...

https://www.easeus.com/partition-master/fix-win...

https://thegeekpage.com/100-disk-usage/







If none of those help then go over WiIndows 11 with this checklist to find and fix problems:

1) See if you can System Restore to a point before the problem started:

How To Use Windows 11 System Restore Point (4 Ways)

System Restore is your first line of defense and can take you back to a point before a problem began like a time machine. If it doesn't help then you can undo it. Read about it first in the tutorial above and then try restoring to just before this started. If System Restore is not enabled on C drive do that now so it's available in the future.

If the problem repeats or System Restore doesn't work then check which Windows Updates were installed at Settings > Update & Security > Windows Updates > Update History, uninstall them there or System Restore again, then immediately check for and block the Updates with the Hide Updates tool explained here: https://www.droidwin.com/how-to-stop-only-a-spe...



2) Update your drivers from the PC maker's Support Downloads webpage for your exact model. While there check for the latest Chipset, BIOS, Sound, Network, USB3, Bluetooth and all other drivers to compare with the version/date installled for that device in Device Manager reached by right clicking the Start Menu.

If the drivers are not present or not working for Facial Recognition or Fingerprint then contact your PC manufacturer's Support.

3) Expedite install of all Windows Updates in Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update > Check for Updates, including needed restarts, then go back to check again until no more are offered.

Then go into Microsoft Store app > My Library > Get Updates and expedite all Store app Updates, too, until no more are offered.

4) Run a full Windows 11 Disk Check: https://allthings.how/how-to-run-chkdsk-in-wind...

5) Establish a Clean Boot to turn off Startup Freeloaders that can conflict and cause issues:

https://www.makeuseof.com/clean-boot-windows-11/

6) Download, install and run a full scan with free Malwarebyes from Free Antivirus 2023 | Download Free Antivirus & Virus Scan | 100% Free & Easy Install after enabling Root Kit scan in Scan Settings. Clean Up anything it finds and then run again. Turn off Real Time trial in Control panel to keep as on-demand scanner.

7) Run System File Checker/DISM in WIndows 11:

https://www.elevenforum.com/t/use-system-file-c...

8) If that doesn't fix it then you can do a Windows 11 Repair Upgrade which reinstalls Windows while saving your files and apps in place, brings it up to the latest version by the most stable method, takes about an hour and resolves most problems: https://www.elevenforum.com/t/repair-install-wi...



Feel free to ask back any questions. Based on the results you post back I may have other suggestions if necessary.

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Windows 11 Disk running 100% constantly

Hello,

See if this fix helps you (works with Windows 11):

[FIX] Windows 10 100 Percent Disk Usage Problem

Let us know if this helps!

Note: Included link in this reply refers to blog post by a trusted Microsoft MVP.