Start up programs

[estaban]

I need some advice on start up items to optimize system resources. I recently installed "Spybot" with Teatimer enabled. I then noticed via my resource meter that system resources were about 60% while sitting idle. I then disable Teatimer and that brought it up to 69%. I've always kept the start up fairly trimmed down, so I'm trying to figure out why resources sre low. I know this computer isn't a "hot rod", but still.....

Ok:

1. In start up (via msconfig) I have tried to disable "Ensoniqmixer starter.exe" . After reboot it's always there - obviously it's something I need. What the heck is it and does it even use any resources?

2. I've disabled "Stimon.exe" . I know this is some kind of scanner support. Will my scanning function ok without it?


3. I've disabled "cfmon.exe". Whenever I open any Microsoft Office programs - Word, Excel, etc.... it always comes back. Obviously it's essential to these programs. Anything I need to know about this?

4. I've tried repeatedly to disable "PowerReg Schedule.exe" to no avail. I found it and moved it into the recycle bin. So far no problems. What do you think?


Thanks in advance. What an awesome service you folks are doing.

[dudeking]

Welcome to CTH:D

Ensoniqmixer starter.exe - this is for your audio heres how to desable it - http://www.pacs-portal.co.uk/startup_pages/starter_exe.htm - but this may remove sound.

Stimon.exe - yes this is for your scanner you can desable it but your scanner may not work heres some extra info - http://www.liutilities.com/products/wintaskspro/processlibrary/stimon/

Cfmon.exe - This is part of a trojan download hijack this from the download section of this web site and create a log, then post the log in to the cybersaftey section of this site - the file is a majour securty risk to your system.

Powerreg scheduler.exe - I beleve this is adware, it needs to be removed, but post in the cyber safty section of this site this all they will help you futher.

[estaban]

Thanks Eddie.
I think I'll leave the Stimon and EnsoniqMixer alone - I don't want to mess up the scanning or the sound. I'm not so sure that either is zapping my system resources.
I am somewhat alarmed at the other 2 issues and will take them to the Cybersafety section.

[dudeking]

Glad to be of assistance:D