il_wiccan Posted September 4, 2004 Report Share Posted September 4, 2004 Hahahaha....Ok here's is one you don't see around much but from the command line defrag c: -b will defrag the prefetch file and it really does make a difference on boot up if the file is really fragmented...... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
robroy Posted September 4, 2004 Report Share Posted September 4, 2004 Just tried that on the laptop cut 20-25 seconds of the boot timeGreat tip thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
robshanahan Posted September 8, 2004 Report Share Posted September 8, 2004 Wow! I guess my prefetch file was pretty ugly. Thanks to your tip my boot time was cut by almost 30 seconds on my laptop! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
pueo38 Posted September 8, 2004 Report Share Posted September 8, 2004 Hahahaha....Ok here's is one you don't see around much but from the command line defrag c: -b will defrag the prefetch file and it really does make a difference on boot up if the file is really fragmented...... Hey il_wiccan, you have to explain to this newbie in simpler terms how this is done...please! Thanks. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
il_wiccan Posted September 8, 2004 Author Report Share Posted September 8, 2004 You need to start your command prompt, go to run, then type in cmd and a black window will pop up with the c:\ prompt. On that line just type in defrag c: -b and it will defrag the prefetch file for you. When it is done just type exit and the window will close and you are done. If the file was really fragmented you will notice a difference in the time it takes to boot up Windows, usually faster.....also make sure you get the spacing in what I told you to type correct or you will get a syntax error...... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
WhiteWolf4 Posted September 9, 2004 Report Share Posted September 9, 2004 XP Prefetch Clean and ControlFound this ,,it quite handy I use it now Quote Link to post Share on other sites
maxdog4 Posted September 10, 2004 Report Share Posted September 10, 2004 XP Prefetch Clean and ControlFound this ,,it quite handy I use it now Hey WhiteWolf.... thanKs for the hotlink... I saw a slowdown in start-up sequience after converting to NTFS...Thanks again,Brian " You need to start your command prompt, go to run, then type in cmd and a black window will pop up with the c:\ prompt. On that line just type in defrag c: -b and it will defrag the prefetch file for you. When it is done just type exit and the window will close and you are done. If the file was really fragmented you will notice a difference in the time it takes to boot up Windows, usually faster.....also make sure you get the spacing in what I told you to type correct or you will get a syntax error......"And thank you Il-Wiccan as well.......... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Shadow_Thomas Posted September 11, 2004 Report Share Posted September 11, 2004 Hahahaha....Ok here's is one you don't see around much but from the command line defrag c: -b will defrag the prefetch file and it really does make a difference on boot up if the file is really fragmented...... You know the old saying, you can't teach an ole dog a new trick. This is got to be the best thing I have seen so far for 2004. I can't thank you enough for this tool. I have been running a comp for just about 3 years and never, and I mean never heard of this one. My new dell it did nothing for it only because it's 4 months old. My compaq is just about 3 years young. I take care of my comps in every way, and I have to admit even after useing all the tools etc. to keep this going strong. After trying what you posted my Compaq dam near takes off like the space shuttle Lol. But serious I was amazed how much faster it starts up. Just a quick question related to this type of defrag. How often should I do it. I use the hell out of both my comps. 7 days a week for the most part. This was a first in almost 3 YRS. Lol. Thanks again for that info as I really, really appreciated it. People, please keep these tips comming. I just might learn something about computers afterall. LMAO. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JSKY Posted September 11, 2004 Report Share Posted September 11, 2004 Thanks for these tips. Yes, they do make one big difference. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
il_wiccan Posted September 11, 2004 Author Report Share Posted September 11, 2004 I usually run that about once a week or so but I do a lot of software testing and I know my prefetch gets really messed up fast......I can't remember when or where I picked this up though......no matter just glad it helps people out...... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nerelda Posted September 11, 2004 Report Share Posted September 11, 2004 I'm gonna have to teach this one to my BF. He's been doing some beta testing for a gaming company and could sure use this. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mikex Posted September 11, 2004 Report Share Posted September 11, 2004 I created a folder to save my "tweaks" in, then burn it to cd every so often. The reformat and fresh install is not a problem it's getting the machine trim an fit again.Killing unwanted services,balloon tips, asstorted things to make a computer user dumber. We don't need a corporation to tell us what we want.MEDIT:would it work fine if a batch file was created and ran fromC:\doc & set\my account\defrag c: -b???M Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rgarg113 Posted September 15, 2004 Report Share Posted September 15, 2004 Thanks Il_wiccan for another great tip. Years ago, I used to go out every July, and purchase a 5th for the 4th on the 3rd. I thought this was prefetching. haha Computer seems to start up faster, although I have not timed it. thanks again,Rich Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mikex Posted September 15, 2004 Report Share Posted September 15, 2004 I seem to remember a delete prefetch/pagefile command. I can't find it in my notes. Remember warnings that it would sslow the sys if it was applied too often.Mwww.tweakxp.com has lots of tweaks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
maxdog4 Posted September 17, 2004 Report Share Posted September 17, 2004 Sheesh..... and I'm not even drinkin' Thanks for all the patience everyone..."PrefetchParameters settings"start "Regedit" (if u dont know how then u should'nt be doing this).Follow this string :-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE -> SYSTEM -> CurrentControlSet -> Control -> SessionManager -> MemoryManagement -> PrefetchParameters.Then look at the Prefetch string and change the value from 3 to 5. it doesn't matter if you keep it Hexadecimal or Decimal.Close registry and restart WindowsXP; it should load up between 5-15 seconds (or even more) faster. If u get success spread the word and help others. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Assmar Posted September 28, 2004 Report Share Posted September 28, 2004 Thanks ilI like that tip,It saved me time that I hate waiting for.Earl. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
martymas Posted September 28, 2004 Report Share Posted September 28, 2004 Hahahaha....Ok here's is one you don't see around much but from the command line defrag c: -b will defrag the prefetch file and it really does make a difference on boot up if the file is really fragmented...... thanks my friend ive trie to get this command to work for some time .but havent had the spaces right.copy and paste is a god send marty Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Darrenkook Posted December 23, 2004 Report Share Posted December 23, 2004 Hahahaha....Ok here's is one you don't see around much but from the command line defrag c: -b will defrag the prefetch file and it really does make a difference on boot up if the file is really fragmented......Just wanted to bring this tip back to the top to remind everyone. I think IL _Wiccan gets the tip of the year award!!!!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
geo175 Posted January 1, 2005 Report Share Posted January 1, 2005 You need to start your command prompt, go to run, then type in cmd and a black window will pop up with the c:\ prompt. On that line just type in defrag c: -b and it will defrag the prefetch file for you. When it is done just type exit and the window will close and you are done. If the file was really fragmented you will notice a difference in the time it takes to boot up Windows, usually faster.....also make sure you get the spacing in what I told you to type correct or you will get a syntax error......Il_wiccan, Thank you for sharing your wisdom with us. It took me a couple of tries, then I got it. Should I do this once a year, twise a year or never again? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LCplMurphy Posted January 2, 2005 Report Share Posted January 2, 2005 Thanks il_wiccan, Very nice tip. I hope everything is going well for you this new year! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
martymas Posted January 2, 2005 Report Share Posted January 2, 2005 Hahahaha....Ok here's is one you don't see around much but from the command line defrag c: -b will defrag the prefetch file and it really does make a difference on boot up if the file is really fragmented...... hi il_wiccan have you read the post above this .i answered it with the same fix you posted .i saw this tip on techtv by leo. marty Quote Link to post Share on other sites
9827Packrat Posted February 24, 2005 Report Share Posted February 24, 2005 Hahahaha....Ok here's is one you don't see around much but from the command line defrag c: -b will defrag the prefetch file and it really does make a difference on boot up if the file is really fragmented......Is there a way to do this in 98SE?Thanks Quote Link to post Share on other sites
murtu52 Posted February 25, 2005 Report Share Posted February 25, 2005 Sheesh..... and I'm not even drinkin' Thanks for all the patience everyone..."PrefetchParameters settings"start "Regedit" (if u dont know how then u should'nt be doing this).Follow this string :-HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE -> SYSTEM -> CurrentControlSet -> Control -> SessionManager -> MemoryManagement -> PrefetchParameters.Then look at the Prefetch string and change the value from 3 to 5. it doesn't matter if you keep it Hexadecimal or Decimal.Close registry and restart WindowsXP; it should load up between 5-15 seconds (or even more) faster. If u get success spread the word and help others. which registry do i change? in the prefix folder there are many options..... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BitBangerUSA Posted February 26, 2005 Report Share Posted February 26, 2005 which registry do i change? in the prefix folder there are many options.....ah... re-read the instructions.there's one one registry - although it contain LOTS of settings...and i don't believe anyone mentioned a 'prefix folder' in the post...the key you want to change was very specifically detailed - if you are *even a bit unsure* about finding the right one, you are probably better off not even attempting the change - get the wrong thing and you may seriously regret it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
LCplMurphy Posted February 28, 2005 Report Share Posted February 28, 2005 Hey Bitbanger-nice to see ya around. I had not seen ya for a while over at g4. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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