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Critical elements identified
It is recommended (if possible) to reset the modified system settings to default.
If this is no longer possible, you can reinstall Windows properly.
Here are the details of the identified bad practices:
Unofficial custom Windows :
- ShanksOS is a customized Windows installation that claims to boost performance and improve stability.
In reality, it disables essential Windows features and can cause various issues.
Updates may not install correctly, some software may not work.
This can lead to crashes, error messages when launching applications that you wouldn't have with an official installation.
It is highly recommended to reinstall Windows properly with this tutorial.
You can watch this video, which explains through various tests why these modified Windows versions do not improve performance.
You can also watch this video, which explains why you might think you feel something effective at the moment.
System modifications :
- The system task MaintenanceDisabled has been disabled.
This task is necessary to maintain the system, both software and hardware.
It cleans temporary files, improves the lifespan and performance of SSDs, etc..
There is absolutely no reason to disable it. It is even totally counterproductive, do not do this.
If you want to know more, you can watch this video.
- HPET has been disabled in Windows.
It is a "timer", a clock for the system and software.
It is often disabled without any tests by software that claims to boost performance.
- The behavior of one of the system timers has been modified (GlobalTimerResolutionRequests).
By default, each application can modify its own timer precision without affecting other applications.
With this modification, the timer is no longer unique per application but becomes global.
Now when an application modifies its timer, it impacts the timer for all other applications.
This is not ideal, as the processor will theoretically be interrupted even more by background applications for no reason.
- The automatic driver search has been disabled (DriverSearching).
This can cause issues if you want to connect a new device to the computer.
Windows Update will not be able to automatically install or update drivers.
This might have been an oversight after using a tool like DDU to properly reinstall the graphics card drivers.
- The registry key DisablePagingExecutive has been modified.
This registry key does not need to be modified today, as it does not improve performance.
In older versions of Windows, it was used by developers to test their applications (drivers).
Avoid following "optimization" tutorials that advise random things.
Link to the official Microsoft documentation regarding this registry key: available here.
- The registry key DefaultTTL has been modified.
The software TCP Optimizer was probably used.
This registry key allows modifying the time-to-live (TTL) of IP packets.
In this case, the value has been decreased compared to the default value.
This can cause issues while browsing the internet, as packets may be lost.
This modification does not improve ping or internet speed. It is useless.
- The registry key TCPAutotuningDisabled has been modified.
The software TCP Optimizer was probably used.
This registry key allows disabling TCP autotuning.
This can reduce bandwidth and cause connection issues.
- The registry key SvchostSplitThresholdInKB has been modified.
System services are now grouped together instead of being separated.
It is not recommended to change the default behavior as it can impact system stability in some cases (if a service crashes, it can affect other services in the same group, potentially causing a blue screen CRITICAL_PROCESS_DIED or SYSTEM_SERVICE_EXCEPTION).
Modified power plan :
- The "ShanksOS 23H2 PlayBook" power plan is a modified.
It works very well by default, there is no real benefit to installing such power plans for the processor.
You can watch this video to learn more about best practices.
What to do about these bad practices? :
- Given the modifications and installations made to your Windows installation, it is highly recommended to reinstall Windows properly.
This will allow you to start with a clean, stable base, without the risk of issues.
A clean installation of Windows, with the correct drivers and settings, is sufficient to have a performant and stable system.
Everything else is just false promises, bad practices, and increases the risk of problems without any performance gain.
Windows is not really an operating system meant to be tinkered with.
You can watch this tutorial, which explains how to reinstall Windows properly.
If you want to delve deeper into the subject in general, you can check out this advice page for more explanations.
Optional considerations
To enable the RAM's XMP profile (also called DOCP or EXPO), please follow this tutorial.
Note: If you cannot find the option in the BIOS and your PC is an OEM brand (HP Omen, Dell, Lenovo, etc.), it is possible that the option is not available.
You can download the update from the Nvidia website.
Here is the list and size of the detected unallocated spaces:
- Storage 2: 22 GB
If you want to allocate these spaces to use them, you can do this:
- Right-click on the Windows icon at the bottom left of the screen > "Disk Management"
If an "Initialize Disk" window appears:
- Leave the default options (GPT partition), then click "OK"
Otherwise:
- Identify the unallocated areas (they are in black)
- Check on the left if the storage indicates "not initialized" instead of "online". If so, right-click on it > "Initialize"
- Then, right-click on the unallocated area (in black) > "New Simple Volume"
- In the wizard, you can leave all the default options. Click "Next" until the end, then "Finish"
- You can now use this space
Here is the list of volumes that may lack free space (less than 20GB remaining):
- Storage 2: E: 8 GB free remaining
It is recommended to leave some free space, especially on the system volume (C:).
This allows for optimal performance and some margin for the system (Windows updates, software updates, etc.).
Here is a video if you want to clean and free up space easily.
You can update:
- Via Windows Update. (if available)
- Or via the Windows 11 Installation Assistant. (the tool will update Windows without affecting your personal files)
Diagnostic type >Quick
Diagnostic count >3
App version >App versionVersion of the application used during the diagnostic25.6.3
Performed >17d (2025-06-23)
Diagnostic duration >3min 26s
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Vendor >ASUS
Version >VersionThe BIOS version and date help identify the currently installed BIOS version on the machine.
Notes:
- Sometimes, the retrieved BIOS version may slightly differ from the one displayed on the manufacturer's website.
Example: With an MSI BIOS, the retrieved version might be '2.B0' while on the website, the version is listed as '7D22v2B'.
- The retrieved BIOS date may also slightly differ by a few days/months from the one displayed on the manufacturer's website.
Example: With an MSI BIOS, the retrieved date is 26/01/2024, while on the website, the date is 07/01/2023.
Here, the date on the website corresponds to the upload date, while the retrieved date is the BIOS creation date.310 (2022-09-29)
Boot mode >Boot modeBoot mode of the computer:
- Legacy (old mode)
- UEFI (recent mode)UEFI
TPM >TPMThe TPM is a component (physical module on the motherboard or emulated by the processor) that allows secure storage of information.
Specifically, it can store encryption keys, certificates, biometric data, etc.
For example, it is used to encrypt storage with BitLocker or unlock the computer with Windows Hello.
Some anti-cheat software for video games can also use it to confirm the integrity of the game and the system.Active
Secure Boot >Secure BootThis is a security option available in the BIOS.
Secure Boot ensures that the computer boots only with a verified operating system.
This setting may be required by some game anti-cheats (Valorant, FIFA).Active
Boot duration >Boot durationBoot duration is the time elapsed between pressing the power button and the motherboard returning POST OK (successful hardware check).
This can be useful for identifying a slow boot issue.
(long memory training in DDR5, for example).
A boot duration of around ten seconds is normal.
Note that this period occurs before Windows starts.
Applications that launch at Windows startup do not affect this duration.8s
Edition >Windows 11 Famille
Version >23H2 (22631.4169)
Installed on >2025-06-17 16:40:59
Fast startup >Fast startupWindows Fast startup allows older computers to boot faster.
Sometimes this mode (enabled by default) can be the source of issues such as LEDs staying on, or crashes at startup with incompatible drivers.Inactive
Uptime >UptimeUptime is the time elapsed since the last Windows startup.
This information can be useful to determine how long it has been since Windows was last restarted.
Note that if Fast Startup is enabled in Windows settings, shutting down the computer will actually put it into a hibernation state.
Therefore, Windows only fully shuts down during a restart.
(by clicking on restart and not on shutdown)
As a result, you may sometimes observe high uptimes of several days, even if the computer is regularly shut down and turned on.
However, if Fast Startup is disabled, the computer will fully shut down during shutdown, and the uptime will be reset with each startup.18min
VBS >VBSVirtualization-Based Security (VBS) is a security feature in Windows.
Its purpose is to protect certain parts of Windows by isolating them from the rest. It may be enabled by default on compatible Windows 11 installations.
It can also be activated if core integrity in Windows Defender is enabled, when using WSL2, or other virtual machine-related features.
However, this feature may slightly reduce performance when enabled.
This option only protects against certain complex vulnerabilities. It will not protect you from a cryptocurrency miner or password theft, etc.
Microsoft advises gamers, if they wish, to disable this option. (More information)Inactive
Antivirus >AntivirusCurrently active antivirus on your computer.
Ideally, it is better to use something like Windows Defender, which is relatively effective and already integrated by default in Windows, or use a third-party antivirus of your choice.
However, it is advisable to avoid less recommended antiviruses like Avast, Norton, McAfee, Iobit, etc., which are known for collecting your personal data rather than protecting you.None identified
Name >AMD Ryzen 5 5600X
Number of cores/threads >6 / 12
Background usage >6%
Power plan >ShanksOS 23H2 PlayBook
Base frequency >3.70 GHz
Frequencies min/max >3.42 GHz / 4.65 GHz
Infinity fabric (FCLK) >1067 MHz
Voltages min/max >1.07 V / 1.16 V
Consumptions min/max >34 W / 81 W
Temperatures min/max >Temperatures min/maxOn average during the quick diag of UserDiag, this processor reaches 43°C min and 72°C max.
Average based on a sample of recent diags.66°C / 91°C
Performance level >Performance levelPerformance level determined using data from 8536 other diagnostics containing this CPU model.
As this feature is in the testing phase (beta), there are currently no recommendations provided by UserDiag based on the measured performance level.Very good (100%)
GPU 1
Model >NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Manufacturer >ASUS
VRAM >12 GB (GDDR6)
Driver version >566.36
Driver date >03/12/2024
Consommations min/max >20 W / 187 W
Temperatures min/max >Temperatures min/maxOn average during the quick diag of UserDiag, this graphics card reaches 41°C min and 57°C max.
Average based on a sample of recent diags.31°C / 74°C
Performance level >Performance levelPerformance level determined using data from 2906 other diagnostics containing this GPU model.Very good (100%)
Total size >32 GB
Memory type >DDR4
Current frequency >Current frequencyCurrent frequency of the RAM sticks.2134 MT/s
DRAM voltage >DRAM voltageThe DRAM voltage is the voltage applied to the RAM sticks.
Note that this metric is not always accessible depending on the motherboard.N/A
Channel >2 x 64-bit
Timings >TimingsCAS15tRCD15tRP15tRAS36tRFC587CR115-15-15-36 (tRFC:587/CR:1)
Usage >5.1/31.9 GB (16%)
Pagefile >PagefileThe pagefile allows the system and software to store data on storage instead of RAM when needed.
Modifying or disabling the pagefile can lead to system stability issues (blue screens, software/game crashes, "out of memory" messages, etc.).
It is strongly advised not to modify or disable the pagefile unless you are sure of what you are doing.Enabled (default)
Comment >CommentHere are the available profiles for your RAM sticks.
The highlighted profiles correspond to the current timings.
However, the frequency may differ.
Note that if different RAM kits are mixed or depending on the processor, not all these profiles may be usable or stable.
XMP 1 | 7-9-9-17 | 1400 MT/s
XMP 2 | 8-11-11-19 | 1600 MT/s
XMP 3 | 9-12-12-22 | 1800 MT/s
XMP 4 | 10-13-13-24 | 2002 MT/s
XMP 5 | 11-14-14-27 | 2202 MT/s
XMP 6 | 12-16-16-29 | 2402 MT/s
XMP 7 | 13-17-17-31 | 2602 MT/s
XMP 8 | 14-18-18-34 | 2802 MT/s
XMP 9 | 15-19-19-36 | 3002 MT/s
XMP 10 | 16-20-20-38 | 3200 MT/s
XMP 11 | 17-20-20-38 | 3200 MT/s
XMP 12 | 18-20-20-38 | 3200 MT/s
XMP 13 | 19-20-20-38 | 3200 MT/s
XMP 14 | 20-20-20-38 | 3200 MT/s
XMP 15 | 21-20-20-38 | 3200 MT/s
XMP 16 | 22-20-20-38 | 3200 MT/s
XMP 17 | 23-20-20-38 | 3200 MT/s
XMP 18 | 24-20-20-38 | 3200 MT/s
No XMP profile enabled
SLOT 1 (DIMM_A1)
Format >Unknown (empty slot)
SLOT 2 (DIMM_A2)
Manufacturer >Corsair (Micron)
Reference >CMW32GX4M2E3200C16
Size / frequency >Size / frequencyThis frequency is the one reported by the RAM stick. It does not always represent the current frequency of your computer, which can be higher or lower.16 GB - 3200 MT/s
SLOT 3 (DIMM_B1)
Format >Unknown (empty slot)
SLOT 4 (DIMM_B2)
Manufacturer >Corsair (Micron)
Reference >CMW32GX4M2E3200C16
Size / frequency >Size / frequencyThis frequency is the one reported by the RAM stick. It does not always represent the current frequency of your computer, which can be higher or lower.16 GB - 3200 MT/s
STORAGE 1
Model >ST1000DM010-2EP102
Type >HDD 7200 RPM - SATA
Capacity >1 TB
Mode current/max >SATA/600 - SATA/600
Speed current/max >131 - 158 MB/s
Usage read/write >N/A - N/A
Power on count >1 263 times
Power on time >4 615 hours
Temperature >32°C
Current state >Current stateThe current state of the storage is an estimate based on SMART metrics.
This estimate may vary depending on the manufacturers and storage models.
IDNameCurrentWorstThresh.Raw01Read Error Rate8263618359006203Spin-Up Time98960004Start/Stop Count999920165205Reallocated Sectors Count10010010007Seek Error Rate7960459618983409Power-On Hours9595046150ASpin Retry Count1001009700CPower Cycle Count9999201263B7Vendor Specific10010000B8End-to-End Error100100990BBReported Uncorrectable Errors10010000BCCommand Timeout10010000BDHigh Fly Writes10010000BEAirflow Temperature685540555352096C1Load/Unload Cycle Count10010001658C2Temperature3215064424509472C3Hardware ECC recovered110183590062C5Current Pending Sector Count10010000C6Uncorrectable Sector Count10010000C7UltraDMA CRC Error Count20020000F0Head Flying Hours100253038564511355286F1Total Host Writes100253021446628192F2Total Host Reads100253051445207249Very good
STORAGE 2
Model >WDC PC SN530 SDBPNPZ-512G-1002
Type >SSD - NVMe
Capacity >512 GB
Mode current/max >PCIe 3.0 x4 - PCIe 3.0 x4
Speed current/max >3 468 - 1 537 MB/s
Usage read/write >35.61 TB - 21.73 TB
Power on count >1 434 times
Power on time >5 210 hours
Temperature >41°C
Current state (health) >Current state (health)The current state of the storage is an estimate based on SMART metrics.
This estimate may vary depending on the manufacturers and storage models.
The "health" percentage indicates the estimated wear of the flash cells in an SSD.
When new, it is 100%. With use, this percentage decreases.
This estimate is provided by the SSD manufacturer.
IDNameRaw01Critical Warning002Composite Temperature31403Available Spare10004Available Spare Threshold1005Percentage Used206Data Units Read7467705807Data Units Written4556902208Host Read Commands75795252609Host Write Commands4829229920AController Busy Time21870BPower Cycles14340CPower On Hours52100DUnsafe Shutdowns420EMedia and Data Integrity Errors00FNumber of Error Information Log Entries1Very good (98 %)
SCREEN 1
Model >LEN G27c-10
Max resolution >1920 x 1080
Current frequency >165Hz
Connected via >DisplayPort
Connected to >NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Manufacture date >2020
Size >27"
SCREEN 2
Model >PL2466H (Idek Iiyama)
Max resolution >1920 x 1080
Current frequency >165Hz
Connected via >HDMI
Connected to >NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060
Manufacture date >2021
Size >24"
This active test performs a task that only stresses a single core of the processor.
The graphics card is not stressed during this test.
We observe temperatures, consumption, frequencies, and voltages.
Ideally, we want to see a relatively stable CPU frequency that is not affected by high temperatures, for example.
This active test performs a task that stresses all the cores of the processor.
The graphics card is not stressed during this test.
We observe temperatures, consumption, frequencies, and voltages.
Ideally, we want to see a relatively stable CPU frequency that is not affected by high temperatures, for example.
This active test simulates the load of an average game that stresses the processor and graphics card in a balanced way.
It does not necessarily stress all processor cores.
This is the most representative test of gaming usage.
We observe temperatures, consumption, frequencies, and voltages.
Ideally, we want to see relatively stable CPU and GPU frequencies that are not affected by high temperatures, for example.
This active test performs a task that only stresses the graphics card.
The processor is not stressed during this test.
We observe temperatures, consumption, frequencies, and voltages.
Ideally, we want to see a relatively stable GPU frequency that is not affected by high temperatures, for example.
➡️ Note: It is normal to observe potential variations in the processor's frequency or voltage, which is not stressed during this test.
This active test performs a task that stresses all the cores of the processor and the graphics card simultaneously.
We observe temperatures, consumption, frequencies, and voltages.
Ideally, we want to see relatively stable CPU and GPU frequencies that are not affected by high temperatures, for example.
