Windows-Tool to start defragmentation
You will be directed to different Paths to XP's own disk Defragmenter tool:
- The longest path goes via the control panel - administrative tools - computer management - disk Defragmenter.
- Faster to do it via Windows-start menu - All programs - accessories - system tools - disk Defragmenter (see Screenshot below).
- The shortest way is via the Windows-start menu - All programs - "Run". Tap the command "dfrg.msc" and click "OK" (see Screenshot).
Open disk Defragmenter
Hard drive or drive partition to defragment
- Your Defrag tool is started. Now, select the disk or Partition that is to be cleaned up. You can still defragment a drive.
- Click on "Defragment". The progress is displayed in percent. The higher the fragmentation and the manageable amount of data, the longer the process will take.
- The cleanup work is completed, you can view a report or close the application. You start again at point 1, if you want to defragment another drive.
Defragment the HDD
Extra tip: With the Tool "HDiskPerf" or "HDiskPerf (64-Bit)", you can, among other things, check whether the defragmentation positive impact on the Performance of your drives has impacted.
