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Opening a brand new laptop computer, taking it out of the box and booting it up for the first time-there's nothing quite like it. It turns on faster than anything you've ever imagined, and from the first time you launch the browser, test your favorite programs, watch a DVD, it happens at lightning speeds. It stays this way for a while, but with time, everything feels like it has slowed down.
Whether from overuse or natural degradation, that initial out-of-the-box experience becomes a distant memory, but it doesn't have to be this way. There are many quick fixes that even novice computer users can make to get their old PCs running more quickly and smoothly, like they used to.
Tiny specks of dust don't often come to mind as having a huge effect on system performance, but even in the cleanest home or office, dust collects in the fans and vents of your notebook computer. This can affect people with allergies, as well as seriously impact a system's performance and life-cycle. Video cards give off a lot of heat, especially when watching a movie or playing a game, and as this dust collects, it affects the computer's ability to cool itself down. Imagine driving a car with no oil through the desert.
When a computer can no longer cool down, it can trigger a forced shutdown. By clearing the dust out of the vents with a brush or a can of compressed air, the computer's cooling system will once again do its job. Open up an old laptop and be amazed at how much dust has collected inside over time.
Age can have an adverse effect on your hardware but users can check on performance with the help of handy monitoring tools that identify if a configuration error or simple deterioration is to blame for a lull in the laptop's performance. It is recommended to run a few of these tests before upgrading or filing a warranty claim with the device's manufacturer. If the RAM or hard drive are identified as the source of the problem, both can be serviced by someone familiar with hardware components for a relatively low price (compared to the price of a new machine). Also, a full hard drive can seriously impact system performance, so if you're running out of space, it's wise to back up the old disk and swap it out for a new one.
By taking a quick look at the PC's Control Panel, you can quickly identify and remove any software programs that are rarely used. Go through this list with a fine-tooth comb, uninstalling any programs that you don't use often, but remembering to exercise caution when uninstalling programs that may be unfamiliar. Many computers will come with software and files pre-installed, but identifying which of these no longer serve a purpose can free up some storage space and boost performance. It is important to uninstall software correctly, as merely deleting a folder or shortcut leaves unwanted files on the computer.
Sometimes the very software tasked with protecting a system could be the one slowing it down. Antivirus solution providers have focused on the speed of their offerings in recent years, but performance may be impacted if a computer is running an older version.
System and malware scans can sap a computer's performance, especially considering they analyze hundreds of thousands of files, folders and other information. Make sure that only one antivirus program is running on a machine at a time, and research which programs run large numbers of background processes.
When all else fails, you can resort to reinstalling Windows. This should only be used as a last-ditch effort to save a slow-performing computer because it can be tedious and time-consuming. If you decide to venture down this path, make sure you have (at least one) backup of your data, as the hard-drive may be reformatted during the installation.
The New York Times' Gadgetwise blog has also offered computer users some simple tips for improving the performance of their PCs. In addition to those highlighted above, the Times mentions that reducing or deleting a device's Web history and disabling add-ons when surfing the Internet can also speed up performance. Emptying the cache and deleting the cookies will initially decrease Web-browsing speeds, but it's a good idea as some machines have their cache size set to be large and have never been cleared. Making sure that the operating system and all programs are up to date is also a good idea.
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Above machine specification information is for reference only and it refers to the highest configuration which the machine is compatible with, yet some specific configuration or related accessories may not available in Hong Kong due to reasons includes but not limited to hardware supply limitation, country (local market) regulation and so on. Please refer to the specific model description for configuration detail before you place order.
Actual battery life may vary depending on application usage, settings, features or tasks selected, network configuration, operating temperature and many other factors.
Limits: Lenovo reserves the right to limit the number of units to a particular product that a customer may buy at any one time.
Availability: Offers, prices, specifications and availability may change without notice. Lenovo is not responsible for photographic or typographic errors.
General System Information: Review key information provided by Microsoft that may apply to your system purchase, including details on Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7, and potential upgrades/downgrades. Lenovo makes no representation or warranty regarding third-party products or services.
Pricing: Does not include shipping and handling fees. Reseller prices may vary. Savings referenced off regular Lenovo web prices.
Warranty Service: The Service delivery will be determined by the destination country/region subject to Service capabilities and parts availability in the destination country/region.
Lenovo makes no representation or warranty regarding third party products or services. The Lenovo Limited Warranty applies only to Lenovo hardware products purchased for your own use, and does not transfer upon resale.
Trademarks: Lenovo, ThinkPad, ThinkCentre and the Lenovo logo are trademarks of Lenovo. Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Ultrabook, Celeron, Celeron Inside, Core Inside, Intel, Intel Logo, Intel Atom, Intel Atom Inside, Intel Core, Intel Inside, Intel Inside Logo, Intel vPro, Itanium, Itanium Inside, Pentium, Pentium Inside, vPro Inside, Xeon, Xeon Phi, Xeon Inside and Intel Optane are trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the U.S. and/or other countries. Other company, product or service names may be trademarks or service marks of others.
An estimated ship date will be posted on our order status site after your order is placed. The date reflected above does not determine when your order will ship since inventory status may change before your order is final and because items may be held until all products on the order are ready to ship. To obtain the latest information about the availability of a specific part number, please call the phone number listed in the masthead at the top of this page. A flat charge for shipping & handling may apply for certain orders, as indicated on the Checkout page.