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Windows 7 - How Can I clean Up My MSCONFIG non Used Start Up Items?

 
07-27-2009   #1


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How Can I clean Up My MSCONFIG non Used Start Up Items?

Hi Guys!

I used to use a tool to clean up unused items from the MSCONFIG window, but it will not work on Windows 7 64bit.

Is there a way to remove the items I have unchecked form my msconfig start-up tab area?

Thank you in advance for any tips!

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07-27-2009   #2


Vista x64 / 7 X64
 
 


You will find the entries under :

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Shared Tools\MSConfig\startupreg

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Shared Tools\MSConfig\startupfolder

Delete the ones that are not needed.

How Can I clean Up My MSCONFIG non Used Start Up Items?-sharedtools2009-07-28_040123.jpg

It means using Regedit, if you are familiar with that. If not - better leave it alone, or at least make a restore point before attempting anything.
My System SpecsSystem Spec
07-27-2009   #3


Windows 7 Ultimate x64 SP1
 
 


Hello Sands,

This should be able to help you out with this.

Startup Programs - Change

Hope this helps,
Shawn
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07-28-2009   #4


W7 RTM Ultimate x64
 
 


You can also use CCleaner which has a section dedicated to Disabling AND Removing Start-up Entries. Just make sure you dont delete anything important.

Download CCleaner 2.21.940 - Download - FileHippo.com
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07-28-2009   #5


7232 090610-1900
 
 


Thank you , SIW2, Brink and Uber Philf!
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07-28-2009   #6


Windows 7 Ultimate x64 SP1
 
 


You're welcome Sands.
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07-28-2009   #7


 


Here is a handy tool I use to manage items that start on startup.
Autoruns for Windows
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