Windows 10: 100% disk utilization - this may be the reason

If you have a high disk load under Windows 10, this can be quickly remedied in most cases. In this practical tip, we will tell you what you can do.

Windows 10: 100% disk usage - what to do?

With a high disk load, the hard disk is permanently written. Just as you should reduce high CPU usage, you should also respond to high disk usage. Both make your system slow.

• This error may be caused by too many autostart programs. Therefore open the Task Manager with [CTRL] + [Shift] + [Esc] and switch to the "Autostart" tab.
• Search the list for unnecessary startup programs and deactivate them by selecting them and clicking "Deactivate" below.
• In some cases, too many services that have been started ensure that the workload is high. Enter "msconfig" in the search bar and confirm with [Enter].
• In the "Services" tab, first check "Hide all Microsoft services" and then search the list for services that you do not need.
• You can deactivate the services by removing the tick and saving the changes with "OK".

Further tips when the disk is under high load

It often helps if you select the "Normal system start" option under "General" in the system configuration.

• If you use Windows Defender as virus protection, we recommend a different program because the Defender is often responsible for high disk usage. You should also check your computer for malware and remove it if necessary.
• Maybe there is also a problem with the disk. Therefore open the Windows command prompt and enter the command "sfc / scannow". Confirm with [Enter] and wait until the process is completed.
• In general, you should make sure that your Windows is up to date and that all drivers are up to date.
• Make space on the hard drive. Windows 10 itself needs free space. If the data carrier is too full, it is quickly used up. Remove data and programs that you no longer need.