What is The file "Debug.log"

Hi,

The Debug.log file can record database operations, system processes, and errors that occur when executing a transaction or running unit tests. To help us identify the cause why this files suddenly appeared on your desktop, we would need to know the following information: 

• Which build, version and edition of Windows is installed on your computer?
• What changes were made to the device before this file appeared?
• Is your device connected to a domain network?
• Is your device being managed by a Windows Server?

We are looking forward to your response.

Hi,

I just reinstalled my Windows 10 Home OS on a new hard drive as I was having major issues.  Now, I am methodically setting up my system again.  

I, too, just noted a Debug .txt file on my desktop after the reinstall and all of the updates completed.  I am on my own home network which has a printer and three other computers linked together over Ethernet and Wifi.  My log file reads:

03-10-2018 08:21:53.1551 GetHDSerialProcessor driveNumber 0

03-10-2018 08:21:53.2958 GetHDSerialProcessor result W761Y3ZP

03-10-2018 08:21:53.4051 GetHDSerialProcessor driveNumber 0

03-10-2018 08:21:53.5302 GetHDSerialProcessor result W761Y3ZP

03-10-2018 08:21:53.9677 GetHDSerialProcessor driveNumber 0

03-10-2018 08:21:54.1083 GetHDSerialProcessor result W761Y3ZP

03-10-2018 08:21:55.3909 GetHDSerialProcessor driveNumber 0

03-10-2018 08:21:55.5709 GetHDSerialProcessor result W761Y3ZP

03-10-2018 08:27:52.4231 GetHDSerialProcessor driveNumber 0

03-10-2018 08:27:52.5638 GetHDSerialProcessor result W761Y3ZP

03-10-2018 08:27:53.1732 GetHDSerialProcessor driveNumber 0

03-10-2018 08:27:53.3451 GetHDSerialProcessor result W761Y3ZP

03-10-2018 08:27:53.5169 GetHDSerialProcessor driveNumber 0

03-10-2018 08:27:53.6732 GetHDSerialProcessor result W761Y3ZP

03-10-2018 08:27:55.0508 GetHDSerialProcessor driveNumber 0

03-10-2018 08:27:55.1908 GetHDSerialProcessor result W761Y3ZP

03-10-2018 08:34:15.1717 GetHDSerialProcessor driveNumber 0

03-10-2018 08:34:15.3378 GetHDSerialProcessor result W761Y3ZP

03-10-2018 08:34:15.4396 GetHDSerialProcessor driveNumber 0

03-10-2018 08:34:15.5797 GetHDSerialProcessor result W761Y3ZP

What is this and what does it mean?

Thanks.

Hi Mark,

Conflicts with a third-party programs is one of the possible reasons why you have a debug.txt file on your desktop. For us to assist you better, kindly answer the questions below:

• Which version and OS build number of Windows 10 is currently installed?
• To check, press the Windows key, type winver, and press the Enter key.

Do you have a third-party security software installed?

• Have you tried to delete the txt file?

Meanwhile, I would suggest that you run your computer in clean boot and delete the file from your computer. This helps eliminate software conflicts that occur when you install a program or an update or when you run a program in Windows 10. You can follow the steps in this link to run your computer in clean boot.

Note: Please go through the section: How to reset the computer to start normally after clean boot troubleshootingof the Kb article to boot the computer in normal startup after fixing the issue.

We'll be waiting for your reply.

• Ver 1709   OS build 16299.309
• Do you have a third-party security software installed? No.
• Have you tried to delete the txt file? No.
• I have been having problems with virus (Trojan:JS/Flasfisi.D) for the last few weeks. I found that I should clear the setting in microsoft edge. After doing that I have not had a problem with the virus. But then, I don't use edge anymore.

You are welcome, Mark. Update us with the results so we can further assist you.

Regards.

Hi,

I am running Windows 10 Home, Version 1709, (OS Build 16299.248).  I do not have any additional third party security SW installed.  I will try the suggestions that you have made.  Thank you.