Sluggish Win7 on New Build

Hi there,

I recently installed Windows 7 Home Premium 64bit on a new build and it is running very slowly. Slow to boot and wake up. Struggling to run multiple programmes. Slow download speeds. Slow everything basically. I don't know what the problem may be as I haven't got a very detailed knowledge of computers and diagnosing problems.

Build specs are:

450w psu
8gb 1333mhz (2x4GB) DDR3
Gigabyte GA-H67MA-D2H-B3 (Intel H67)
Intel Core i3 2100 (2x3.1Ghz) 3mb
750gb Sata-II 16mb HDD

My wireless adapter is NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WNDA3100

All windows updates have been installed.

Any help you can offer is much appreciated

Thanks in advance,

P

1). Check for malware
2). Is your copy of Windows 7 legit?

When you installed windows did you download your drivers from Gigabyte's web site? Also, download and run the diagnostic program from your hard drive manufacturer. Also, does your bios show all of your ram?

I would also recommend using msconfig/Start Up. I only have 3 checks. Make sure you have your anti virus checked. Many times when adding things to a computer they all end up in the boot at start up and don't need to be. I would not use sleep mode until you get your slow problem fixed. When and if you add a video card you will need a bigger power supply.

Slow is a very relative feeling. I assume you came from a much slower CPU and expected this build to really zoom. Fact, however, is that your performance is by and large ruled from the disk and the line speed you have with your ISP. The integrated graphics is no barnstormer either. So relative to what you had before, there is probably not a big change.

There are two things you can do to improve the situation.

1. Install the OS on an SSD. I suggest you get a 60GB model from a good make (OCZ or Intel). Sata III models are preferable but Sata II may do and is cheaper. This may give you some guidance: SSD - Install and Transfer the Operating System

2. Check with your ISP about a better line speed. I would go for DSL 6000 at least. That will improve upload/download speeds but not webpage access speeds (those depend on the number of hops).