Defraggler overheating system

Defraggler Defraggler Bug Reporting
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Windows 7 Ultimate x64

I5 2500K*

8Gig DDR3 RAM DRM-1600

Defraggler64.exe

After I downloaded the latest version of Defraggler (Solved Boot Time Defrag), I decided to do both an error checking process (Check For Errors/Recover Bad Clusters) and defrag. So, I scheduled a defrag on the next boot. I figure that the process for both will take awhile, so I planned to do it overnight. Next morning, I discovered something off: my computer. That's not right... so I turned on my computer and everything seems fine... until 5 minutes later and the computer automatically shuts down. It keeps on repeating the process. On the off (well lucky) chance seeing what was up with the computer, I checked the my CPU's tempurature (Using Core Temp RC3). Each core temperature was heating up, fast. This has never happened to me before. Then it hit me to just open up Defraggler. It says that it has multiple tasks running, and if I would like to close them. I clicked Yes and the temperature of the cores cool down, all is well, I decide to just do a normal defrag right there and then. All of a sudden, the temperature spike back up. I stop it, and the temperature still goes up. I close the program, then start it again, all to receive the previous message I got earlier. The only way to truly stop it was to just uninstall Defraggler.

I hope this gives you enough information to resolve this issue. I don't want to continue using Defraggler until this is fixed. As this bug can damage my (or any other) computer.

*My system isn't overclocked yet. I don't have any higher cards to warrant doing so.

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Perhaps you were over ambitious if you scheduled a simultaneous CHDSK and a Defraggler operation at boot time.

I suggest you try CHKDSK by itself and observe whether your Disk is good.

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The operating system works as an abstraction layer between software and your hardware to prevent code from being able to cause physical damage to your machine.

Something in your PC isn't working as it should; or it's been poorly assembled (like a HP.)

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Usually if a system is overheating, it is the result of a few common things. You need to figure out which is causing the problem.

- Too many startup items. The more you have, the more work your CPU/GPU have to do, & it stresses the system.

- Dust on fans. Power the system off, use a qtip to lock the CPU/GPU/Case fan blades, & blow the dust off. Caked dust prevents adequate cooling.

- Your residence is too hot. High temps can help a PC overheat faster. If it is 90 + degrees inside your residence, try turning on the A/C or central air for a bit. Relocate PC.

- Malfunctioning drive. Damaged sectors cause PC to work harder than normal.

- CHKDSK corrupted system files. Although normally used to repair things that are not working properly, it is entirely possible & does happen that this can cause OS corruption. Windows isn't perfect, & can flag files/data chunks to be "repaired" that are actually working quite well. Which is why I only use this when absolutely needed. Even then, I am a bit cautious.

- Low disk space. Low disk space can cause problems as Windows runs out of space to run or move things around.

- High fragmentation levels. Windows can struggle with very high fragmentation levels & cause overheating.

- Malware/viruses/trojans/rootkits. They can cause a system to run at 100% CPU & cause overheating.

- Stuck or malfunctioning CPU/GPU/Case fan. Improperly functioning fans that do not rotate at sufficient RPM can cause this.

- Thermal paste problem. If custom making a computer, it is important to do this step right so there is sufficient contact. Not sure if you bought or made yours.

- System is working in PIO mode. Uninstall the HDD controller in device manager, reboot, & let it redetect & install the drivers for it. PIO mode makes a computer run like a computer from the 1980's. SLOWWWW!!!!

- Switch system security suites. Sometimes NIS (Norton Internet Security) + other factors can slow a PC. Try AVG free, make sure your not using multiple A/V solutions because they will fight each other & even cause boot to fail because each will see the other as a possible attempt to infect the boot sector.

I am not sure what is causing your problem, but hopefully these ideas will give you a place to start. Please post here if you find out which is causing it.

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Sorry for the slow reply

Perhaps you were over ambitious if you scheduled a simultaneous CHDSK and a Defraggler operation at boot time.

I suggest you try CHKDSK by itself and observe whether your Disk is good.

No good.

The operating system works as an abstraction layer between software and your hardware to prevent code from being able to cause physical damage to your machine.

Something in your PC isn't working as it should; or it's been poorly assembled (like a HP.)

It is a personal build, not a Dell/Toshiba/Sony/HP. The motherboard does give a single beep which means all is well. No issues come with the startup. I did go through the manuals BIOS to double check my stuff. Then when this bug started, I did simple BIOS offered tests (No Flashing though), which showed that all parts are working in orderly fashion. This computer was built and running on March 18th of this year. However, I'm reporting this as a bug. There was no damage to my computer. I'm just being overly cautious. Sorry that I'm sounding like a d***.

Usually if a system is overheating, it is the result of a few common things. You need to figure out which is causing the problem.

- Too many startup items. The more you have, the more work your CPU/GPU have to do, & it stresses the system.

- Dust on fans. Power the system off, use a qtip to lock the CPU/GPU/Case fan blades, & blow the dust off. Caked dust prevents adequate cooling.

- Your residence is too hot. High temps can help a PC overheat faster. If it is 90 + degrees inside your residence, try turning on the A/C or central air for a bit. Relocate PC.

- Malfunctioning drive. Damaged sectors cause PC to work harder than normal.

- CHKDSK corrupted system files. Although normally used to repair things that are not working properly, it is entirely possible & does happen that this can cause OS corruption. Windows isn't perfect, & can flag files/data chunks to be "repaired" that are actually working quite well. Which is why I only use this when absolutely needed. Even then, I am a bit cautious.

- Low disk space. Low disk space can cause problems as Windows runs out of space to run or move things around.

- High fragmentation levels. Windows can struggle with very high fragmentation levels & cause overheating.

- Malware/viruses/trojans/rootkits. They can cause a system to run at 100% CPU & cause overheating.

- Stuck or malfunctioning CPU/GPU/Case fan. Improperly functioning fans that do not rotate at sufficient RPM can cause this.

- Thermal paste problem. If custom making a computer, it is important to do this step right so there is sufficient contact. Not sure if you bought or made yours.

- System is working in PIO mode. Uninstall the HDD controller in device manager, reboot, & let it redetect & install the drivers for it. PIO mode makes a computer run like a computer from the 1980's. SLOWWWW!!!!

- Switch system security suites. Sometimes NIS (Norton Internet Security) + other factors can slow a PC. Try AVG free, make sure your not using multiple A/V solutions because they will fight each other & even cause boot to fail because each will see the other as a possible attempt to infect the boot sector.

I am not sure what is causing your problem, but hopefully these ideas will give you a place to start. Please post here if you find out which is causing it.

Startup is fine, I've actually turned off some programs from booting before this was happening. Mainly because I found them annoying when popping up. I have cleaned my fans and insides with the magic of compressed air. Not much happened still, so I believe the insides were not so dusty. The house has not been too bad temperature wise, but I'm usually running fans in my room just because I enjoy the feel. I don't think those have much of an effect... would they? I have only one main drive, and after you mentioned this, I decided to look at CCleaner's Cleaner Analyze results (I don't use CCleaner too often) for CHKDSK stuff. Pulled nothing. My main drive has more than 70% free space. The other drive I have is a USB one, which I unplug then plug in to avoid longer checks/etc. I usually defrag because I have large files. Mostly it's 3-8% defragged when I go overboard. I'm guessing I'm acting a bit too paranoid. MSE is too good for those. Vents and fans are running well. I didn't add any thermal paste, I just used the fan from Intel (Which already has thermal paste) and went from there. I mentioned that I'm nowhere ready for overclocking, so advanced cooling isn't really necessary yet. I looked into this PIO mode and it seems to not be the case for me. MSE is what I use because it IS what everyone should use. It's one of those things Microsoft did right, and is free. Thanks for your suggestions though.

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If you still have not found the problem, try using the in-built MS defrag utility & see if your having the same problem.

Next, try Defraggler again & see if it is doing better or doing the same thing it did earlier.

If Defraggler still causes problems with your system, please try running it in Safe Mode & see if it repeats the problem.

If your still having problems, try a version prior to the one your using to see if it happens only across one version.

Lastly, regardless of whether changing versions fixes things, please re-update to the latest afterwards & run it in Debug mode.

Then, post the logs here to assist developers in locating the problem(s).

Thanks!