Windows XP slow to open applications

[keas]

Windows XP.
On opening any application, the delay is getting worse (now 15-20secs)
I have defragged, Deleted Various old/unused programs and even threated the size 10.
I followed the steps from a previous thread on this topic, with no success.
I have found an application AppSvc32.exe that seems to be using some 30-40 cpu units during and for 15-20 secs after opening the application.
We are using the latest 2007 NORTON Package.
Whats up, or is it time to get the pros around?

[Banfa]

I think that it is your virus checker scanning the executing program to make sure it is not malicious.

[RevBooter]

much RAM you got?

[Cyberdyne]

Windows XP.
On opening any application, the delay is getting worse (now 15-20secs)
I have defragged, Deleted Various old/unused programs and even threated the size 10.
I followed the steps from a previous thread on this topic, with no success.
I have found an application AppSvc32.exe that seems to be using some 30-40 cpu units during and for 15-20 secs after opening the application.
We are using the latest 2007 NORTON Package.
Whats up, or is it time to get the pros around?

Open Norton Protection Center
Click on Norton AntiVirus tab at top
Expand "Settings" and scroll down to bottom for Additional Options -> Virus and Spyware Protection Options
On the left-hand side of the screen that pops up, click on General Settings under Manual Scanning
Uncheck the second item, which should be "Scan active programs and start-up files"
Again, on the left-hand side, click on General Settings under LiveUpdate
Uncheck the second box there, too. It should be "Run quick scan whenever protection updates have been received"

[link]

Hi there,

Try to disable your Norton Antivirus and see the behavior of your applications and how much time consumes when opens it.

Then let me know.

Thanks,

L][nk

[keas]

Big smiles all round
Thank you very much
Followed CYBERDYNE steps and bingo- my baby's back
Dumb question department but where does one find RAM properties
We are JAPANESE Performance Transmission Specialists.
If we can help anyone with any transmission issues feel free to email us
Again many thanks

[RevBooter]

if you right click on my computer, and go to properties it should say in there :)

[Atran]

You can open Task Manager by Cliking CTRL+ALT+DEL
then choose processes tab.
and you will see your all programs runnig.
End the program you do not want, to be your pc faster.

ATTENTION: DO NOT END THE SYSTEM PROGRAMS, AND DO NOT END THE EXPLORER.EXE

if you end the explorer.exe you do not see your windows, to fix the problem bring TASK MANAGER, Click FILE form the menu then choose new task then write explorer

ATRAN

[bartonc]

Windows XP.
On opening any application, the delay is getting worse (now 15-20secs)
I have defragged, Deleted Various old/unused programs and even threated the size 10.
I followed the steps from a previous thread on this topic, with no success.
I have found an application AppSvc32.exe that seems to be using some 30-40 cpu units during and for 15-20 secs after opening the application.
We are using the latest 2007 NORTON Package.
Whats up, or is it time to get the pros around?

My friend, RevBooter, may be on to something. I've seen systems slow way down when memory is low (lots of page swapping). If you have less that 512MB, get more.

[keas]

It's telling me I have 224MB of RAM
How does one increase the RAM?
Can you pour it in floopy disc hole (kidding)

[keas]

Opened Task Manager
Some 29-30 processes are usually running
Where can I find what programs need to run and what are just wasting space?

[RevBooter]

very low, especially if you have windows xp service pack 2 running. i would generally recommend at least 512MB RAM for xp sp2. anything less than that and it just complains over silly things... if you go to www.crucial.com it has a nice little utility that scans your computer, and tells you which memory module is right for your system. check out here for how to install into laptops http://www.helpwithpcs.com/upgrading...top-memory.htm and here for desktops http://www.helpwithpcs.com/upgrading...memory_ram.htm . you should also see alot more juice available for your system. with regards to the processes running, windows has a lot of processes running in the background. best way is just to open task manager, type in the process into google, and have a little nosey around... unless one particularly jumps out at you, do no worry. the cpu usage should be sitting around 99 idle anyway, unless you have anti-virus or a particular process hungry application running! also if you go to start, run, and type "eventvwr" and have a little nosey around, and make sure there is nothing worrying! happy upgrading :D

[burgerboy]

[QUOTE=Cyberdyne]Open Norton Protection Center
Click on Norton AntiVirus tab at top
Expand "Settings" and scroll down to bottom for Additional Options -> Virus and Spyware Protection Options........ ..........

I had noticed my drive light always flashing and my laptop slowing down. Even though its a few years old its always been quick enough.Recently installed Norton. Followed your advice on Norton settings now seems to be ok. Am I at any risk by disabling these settings though??

Thank you.

[Wandap]

Open Norton Protection Center
Click on Norton AntiVirus tab at top
Expand "Settings" and scroll down to bottom for Additional Options -> Virus and Spyware Protection Options
On the left-hand side of the screen that pops up, click on General Settings under Manual Scanning
Uncheck the second item, which should be "Scan active programs and start-up files"
Again, on the left-hand side, click on General Settings under LiveUpdate
Uncheck the second box there, too. It should be "Run quick scan whenever protection updates have been received"

Hi - I followed the instructions above, but my applications are still taking 30-40 seconds to open. This is a new computer witn WinXP. Yesterday after I finished all the installs everything was opening in 1-2 seconds. I have Office 2003 installed and have some shortcuts to databases on the desktop. Now when I click the shortcut the application takes 'forever" to open. If I receive a Word attachment, and click on it in the email, Word takes a very long time to open. However, if I save the attachment to a folder and then open Word, the application and the file open immediately. What do I have set wrong? Norton AntiVirus 2008 is onboard and I have changed the settings as you recommended.

Wandap

[lockmartsux]

I found that I could eliminate these delays for Microsoft applications by doing the following:

Start button -> Control Panel
Click on Folder Options icon
Select concerned file type (doc, xls, rtf, etc.) - this procedure must be done separately for each one
Select the Advanced button on the Folder Options menu
Select the Open option in the Actions list and click the Edit button
Make the following changes to "Applicatio n used to perform action" field

• Ensure it does not have the /dde switch

• Ensure it has this suffix (note the quotes): "%1"

• Keep other existing switches. For example, my entry for MS Word now looks like this for this field:

"C:\Program Files\Microsoft Office\Office\W INWORD.EXE" /n "%1"

Delete the text in the DDE message field
Click the OK button on the Edit Action menu
Click the OK button on the Edit File Type menu
Click the Close button on the Edit File Type menu
Enjoy your responsive opening of the application.