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Windows 10 Modules Installer 100% Disk usage

Anonymous
2021-05-12T20:43:23+00:00

i cant stand it anymore. every week there is a new update that forces the module installer to use 100% of my disk at any time. the computer gets very slow, I can't do my jobs, open tabs on google, and any program stops working because It can't handle working with these updates. I don't want any more updates like that, I need help.

Windows for home | Windows 10 | Performance and system failures

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  1. Anonymous
    2021-05-12T21:19:41+00:00

    Hi and thanks for reaching out. My name is Bernard. I'm an Independent Advisor and a Windows fan like you. I'll be happy to help you out today.

    I actually experience the same issue as before and by following the steps provided below fixed my issue and I hope this works for you as well.

    Method 1. Do clean boot:

    A “clean boot” starts Windows with a minimal set of drivers and startup programs, so that you can determine whether a background program is interfering with your game or program.

    • In the search box on the taskbar, type msconfig and select System Configuration from the results.
    • On the Services tab of System Configuration, select Hide all Microsoft services, and then select Disable all.
    • On the Startup tab of System Configuration, select Open Task Manager.
    • Under Startup in Task Manager, for each startup item, select the item and then select Disable.
    • Close Task Manager.
    • On the Startup tab of System Configuration, select OK. When you restart the computer, it's in a clean boot environment.

    troubleshooting reference: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/929135...

    Method 2. Run memory diagnostic tool: Memory diagnostic tool is a RAM test to check if there is any issues with RAM.

    • Press Windows key + R then type in mdsched.exe hit OK then restart the device.

    Method 3. Set the PC to best performance:

    Press windows key + Pause/Break (or go to file explorer and right click This PC and click properties)

    click on Advanced system settings> Under Performance click settings> Click Adjust for best performance and click OK

    Note: this will reduce all appearance settings you have but will optimize the performance of the PC.

    Let me know how does it goes and I hope that helps.

    Bernard

    Independent Advisor

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  2. Anonymous
    2021-08-08T07:29:06+00:00

    After examining the high utilization, your first question will be: Is Windows modules installer worker any malware or virus? 

    The clear answer to this question is NO. You don’t have to be afraid of like any viruses or malware. It is a Windows service-related component that is used to search and install the latest updates. 

    There are multiple possible solution you can check here for details instructions:

    • Basic Troubleshooting to Fix Windows Modules Installer Worker High CPU & Disk Usage
      • Kill Windows Modules Installer Worker Process
      • Check Scheduled Automatic Maintenance Running Status
      • Check Task Schedular Windows Update Task Status
      • Check and Update the System
      • Restart the Windows Update service
      • Run the Windows Update Troubleshooter
    • Advance Troubleshooting to Fix Windows Modules Installer Worker High CPU & Disk Usage
      • Set Windows Update Service to Manual Mode
      • Disable Windows Modules Installer worker on Windows 10?
      • Pause Automatic Windows Updates
      • Enabled metered connection to Limit Bandwidth on Windows 10
      • Remove Software Distribution Update Folder
      • Set Windows Modules Installer Worker Process to Low Priority
      • Execute System File Checker
      • Restore Corrupt System Files through DISM

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