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Computer freezes everytime I try to open folder.

Whenever I try to open My Computer or any other folder, my computer seriously slows down and windows explorer stops working.  
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Open a command Prompt by right clicking and select 'Run as Administrator'
and then at the command prompt type:  chkdsk  /f  /r    then press the enter key.

If prompted to schedule the volumn to be checked the next time the system restarts,
enter: y

Also if you know the manufacture of your hard drive you can download their diagnostic software.

 

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Run the  SFC   /SCANNOW    command. This will check and repair if necessary any critical Windows system files.

Click on Start/All programs/Accessories  then
Right click on Command Prompt option and select 'Run as administrator'.
(or "Safe Mode" open a Command prompt)
At the command prompt enter:  SFC  /SCANNOW

Windows 7 - SFC SCANNOW Command - System File Checker
http://www.sevenforums.com/tutorials/1538-sfc-scannow-command-system-file-checker.html

How to use the System File Checker tool to troubleshoot missing or corrupted system files on Windows Vista or on Windows 7
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/929833

How to analyze the log file entries that the Microsoft Windows Resource Checker (SFC.exe) program generates in Windows Vista:
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/928228


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Last updated March 29, 2024 Views 11,041 Applies to: