Windows 8.1 takes forever to boot, has 100% disk usage for up to 5 minutes after boot, random DU spikes

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HplusGaming

HplusGaming

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Alright, so about 3 months ago, my computer completely locked up and froze while I was playing a game on it. I never found out what it was that caused it, but ever since then, my boot ups take about 5 minutes, my PC always has 100% disk usage for around 5 minutes, and sometimes I'll get random spikes of Disk Usage to 100%. I've tried everything, from disabling Superfetch and Windows Search and doing virus scans to doing a disk check and even disabling everything not Microsoft from running on start up. My hard drive (HDD) isn't making any noises, which is good, but could this be a loose SATA cable? Maybe some other trick I haven't heard about? Someone please help me if they can, because at this point it's becoming annoying. :(
 
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SuperSoph_WD
Hey there, HplusGaming!

You should definitely try swapping the SATA cable that is connecting your HDD and also attempt to plug it in a different SATA port on the motherboard. If that doesn't improve the performance, I'd strongly recommend you to use the drive manufacturer's brand-specific diagnostic tool to test it. If you cannot find it on their official website, you can refer to some good third-party testing tool suggestions from the community. These utilities will help you determine the health and S.M.A.R.T. status of your HDD.

Keep us posted with the results.
SuperSoph_WD
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Hlsgsz

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Actually, it cuold be a sata cable. Leave only the HDD, and replug it on both sides. A new cable would also be a good idea.
 
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SuperSoph_WD

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Hey there, HplusGaming!

You should definitely try swapping the SATA cable that is connecting your HDD and also attempt to plug it in a different SATA port on the motherboard. If that doesn't improve the performance, I'd strongly recommend you to use the drive manufacturer's brand-specific diagnostic tool to test it. If you cannot find it on their official website, you can refer to some good third-party testing tool suggestions from the community. These utilities will help you determine the health and S.M.A.R.T. status of your HDD.

Keep us posted with the results.
SuperSoph_WD
 
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