“CPU Usage High” is a very common computer problem for computer users. Many people don’t know exactly the reasons of causing this problem, so they have no idea as how to fix it. Actually, this problem is not difficult to fix if you know the right method. Before get to the solutions of the problem, let us know something about the problem first.
What phenomina will “CPU Usage High” cause to your PC?
- “CPU Usage High” will slow down your PC running speed.
- “CPU Usage High” sometimes will cause your PC shut down suddenly.
- It also will make your PC reboot automatically.
The reasons that cause “CPU Usage High”:
- Your PC has been affected with virus. Or your anti-virus software doesn’t work well on your PC.
- Your PC is too old to perform properly now.
- The drivers on your PC are not approved.
Now let’s know how to fix the problem. Following instructions will help:
Solution one:
Run your anti-virus software on your PC. Clean the virus on your computer.
Solution two:
Use a registry cleaner to clean your computer CPU. Smartpcfixer is adept at cleaning computers to speed up function speed of your PC. Please follow below steps to fix high CPU problem with Smartpcfixer:
- 1. Download Error Repair Tool.
- 2. After installation, start it.
- 3. On the interface, click Quick Scan button.
- 4. When scanning process is finished, click Repair All button
Solution three:
Please run SFC to see whether the system files are corrupted, and it will fix disk problem automatically:
How to run SFC by administrator on windows 7 /vista:
- l 1. Go to Start / All Programs / Accessories.
- l 2. Right click the Command Prompt item and select the ‘Run as Administrator’ option.
- l 3. Click Continue on the UAC prompt.
- l 4. In the command prompt window, type this command: SFC /SCANNOW
- l 5. Press ENTER.
How to run sfc by administrator on windows xp:
- 1. Press Win+R button on your keyboard
- 2. Type cmd press Enter.
- 3. Type SFC /SCANNOW and press Enter button.
Note: (Make sure the command is entered exactly as shown, including the space)
This will take a few minutes to run; try not to use the computer while it is running.
After this is finished, exit any running programs and reboot the computer.
Your CPU usage high problem should be fixed now.