Утилита конфигурации системы microsoft

Sometimes also referred to as MSConfig, a proper understanding of the System Configuration utility will help you manage the PC much more easily. So, let’s find out all about it!

If the Control Panel and the System Configuration tool are something you use frequently then how about adding the latter to the former? By tweaking the Windows Registry, you can add the System Configuration to the Control Panel in Windows 11/10. After that, you can enable/disable Microsoft and third-party services, launch Windows tools, turn on the Safe boot, make all boot settings permanent, etc.

Microsoft has moved most of the features to Windows Settings. However, the Control Panel is still an important part, and if you often open it on your computer, you should try adding more options to it. Instead of running the msconfig command through the Run prompt or other ways, you can add the same to the Control Panel.

The System Configuration Tool lets you make changes like Startup selection, Safe boot, etc. Like always, you should not forget to export Registry files and generate a System Restore point before making any changes in the Registry Editor.

1. Open Notepad on your computer.
2. Paste the Registry values in it.
3. Go to File > Save As.
4. Select a path or location where you want to save the Registry file.
5. Name it anything with .reg extension.
6. Select All Files from the Save as drop-down option.
7. Click the Save button.
8. Double-click on the file.
9. Select Yes in the UAC prompt.
10. Select Yes to complete the addition.

Let’s check out these steps in detail.

Windows Registry Editor Version 5.00
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\CLSID\{D14ED2E1-C75B-443c-BD7C-FC03B2F08C15}]
@="System Configuration"
"InfoTip"="Perform advanced troubleshooting and system configuration"
"System.ControlPanel.Category"="5"
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\CLSID\{D14ED2E1-C75B-443c-BD7C-FC03B2F08C15}\DefaultIcon]
@="msconfig.exe"
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\CLSID\{D14ED2E1-C75B-443c-BD7C-FC03B2F08C15}\Shell\Open\Command]
@="msconfig.exe"
[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\ControlPanel\NameSpace\{D14ED2E1-C75B-443c-BD7C-FC03B2F08C15}]
@="System Configuration"

Then, select a directory or location where you want to save the file, type a name with .reg extension, select All Files from the Save as drop-down option, and click the Save button.

After that, you need to open this .reg file on your computer. For that, locate the file and double-click on it. You might find the UAC prompt. If so, click the Yes button and again the same button (for confirmation) to include the Registry values in the Registry Editor.

After that, you can find the System Configuration or msconfig option in the Control Panel. You may need to change the View by category of the Control Panel window to Small icons or Large icons to view and use the System Configuration option.

In case, you want to remove this System Configuration option from the Control Panel; you can navigate to this path in the Registry Editor-

HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Classes\CLSID\

And delete this key:

{D14ED2E1-C75B-443c-BD7C-FC03B2F08C15}

For that, right-click on this key, select the Delete option, and click the Yes button to confirm it.

I hope this tutorial helps you.

How do I enable System Configuration in Windows 11/10?

System Configuration utility remains enabled or turned on by default in Windows 11/10. You only need to use any of the native options of Windows 11/10 to open and use this utility. For example, you can type msconfig in the Search box and hit Enter to open it. Or else, you can open the task manager, click on the Run new task option, type msconfig in the text field, and use the Enter key to open this utility.

What is the shortcut key for System Configuration?

There is no shortcut key or hotkey for opening the System Configuration utility. However, if you want, you can create a desktop shortcut to open the System Configuration utility. For this, open Notepad, type msconfig.exe, and press the Ctrl+Shift+S hotkey. This will open the Save as window. There, select the Desktop as the output location, and give your file a name with the .cmd extension (say SystemConfiguration.cmd). After that, double-click on that file or shortcut. It will launch the Command Prompt window and then System Configuration utility automatically.

Read next: System Configuration cannot save the original boot configuration.

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Table of Contents:

What is MSCONFIG?

MSCONFIG is an operating system utility designed to troubleshoot the Microsoft Windows startup process. It can disable or re-enable software, device drivers, or Windows services that run at startup, and it can change boot parameters.

MSCONFIG is straightforward to use and helps you troubleshoot a lot of Windows 10 and 11 boot problems. You can modify how the computer boots (start-up file), the services, and the startup files on either a temporary or a permanent basis. This makes MSCONFIG a useful troubleshooting utility. It can be used to speed up your Boot times and to streamline what loads where and when as your computer starts up.

How to Open MSCONFIG

1. In Windows 10 and 11 you can press the Windows + R keys together and a run box appears.

   • Alternatively, pressing the windows key or clicking the start button opens the start menu and you can type MSCONFIG and the application is shown in a list.

     

     (Figure.1: MSCONFIG Search)

2. Type MSCONFIG in the box and then press the ENTER key on your keyboard.

   

   (Figure.2: MSCONFIG Run Window)

3. This launches the Microsoft System Configuration Utility.

4. The MSCONFIG window contains five tabs:

   

   (Figure.3: MSCONFIG Tabs)

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     (Figure.4: MSCONFIG General Tab)

How to use MSCONFIG to diagnose Boot Issues

• Boot Issues: These are issues where the computer is either having trouble loading correctly, is taking a long time to boot or is giving errors on-screen as it starts up. It can even be a combination of the three. First we identify the issue, narrow down the cause and then change it to resolve the problem.

The General tab

(Figure.5: MSCONFIG General Tab)

The MSCONFIG General tab gives you some basic options for starting your device. The default choice for the utility is Normal Startup. The other two options for starting the computer are Diagnostic Startup and Selective Startup.

Diagnostic Startup:

This starts Windows with basic services and drivers only. With this mode, you can determine if a basic Window file is the problem. This type of startup gives you a minimum environment for troubleshooting.

Selective Startup:

This allows you to choose which programs and services you want to open and which ones you want to keep from opening at startup.

If you detect that one of the launch programs is causing a problem at startup, then you can clear the Load Startup Items. It prevents any startup program from launching. This is too general to help you determine which program is causing the problem, but it helps you narrow down the issue to a certain area.

How to use MSCONFIG to troubleshoot a Configuration Issue

• Configuration Issues: These are issues where new commands have been set or old ones modified and it had an adverse affect on the computer. This can usually be resolved by finding the wrong or modified command or setting and either changing it to one that works or revert it back to its original state.

Boot options using the Boot tab

This tab gives you many options for starting up the computer. The top portion of the window contains the start-up file that the computer is using. If there are multiple boot partitions on the computer, you see each listed here. You can change the timeout value for the boot menu. You can clearly see what commands the boot manager is using, to see if there are any issues.

(Figure.6: MSCONFIG Boot Tab)

Two of the three buttons provided in this window are for editing purposes and are unavailable by default. There are two options down the side of the page:

Make all boot settings permanent:

Changes made in System Configuration are not tracked. If you want to make changes later, you have to do so manually. Use this feature with caution!

Note: Selecting Normal Startup in the General tab WILL NOT work if this feature is selected. With this setting enabled, you must manually revert any changes that you have made.

Timeout field:

Using MSCONFIG can cause the operating system selection screen to display for thirty seconds. As a result, thirty seconds are added to the overall startup time. To prevent the operating selection screen from appearing for thirty seconds on startup, change the timeout line in the Timeout field to zero.

The only button that is not unavailable under the Boot tab, is the Advanced Options. Clicking the Advanced Options button brings up the Boot Advanced Options dialog box. Usually you do not use these options, but they can come in handy. Such as if you suspect that a boot issue is being caused by having multiple processors. You can limit the number of processors used to boot the computer by selecting the Number of Processors check box and specifying a number.

(Figure.7: MSCONFIG BOOT Advanced Options)

Note: I would not advise using this option unless you fully understand what each action should do and what effect you can expect to see.

Boot option choices

The most valuable functions on the Boot tab are the boot options. You can use these choices for various troubleshooting.

Safe boot Minimal:

Safe boot Alternate shell:

On startup, opens the Windows command prompt in safe mode running only critical services. Networking and the GUI are disabled.

Safe boot Active Directory repair:

On startup, opens the Windows GUI in safe mode running critical services and Active Directory

Safe boot Network:

On startup, opens the Windows GUI in safe mode running only critical services and networking is enabled

No GUI boot:

It does not display the Windows Welcome screen when starting

Boot log:

Stores all information from the startup process in the file %SystemRoot%Ntbtlog.txt

Base video:

On startup, opens the Windows GUI in minimal Visual Graphics Adapter (VGA) mode. This loads standard VGA drivers instead of display drivers specific to the video hardware on the computer

OS boot information:

Shows driver names as drivers are loaded during the startup process

Advanced>Number of processors:

This can limit the number of processors used on a multiprocessor. If the check box is selected, the computer boots using only the number of processors in the drop-down list.

Advanced>Maximum memory:

This specifies the maximum amount of physical memory used by the operating system to simulate a low memory configuration. The value in the text box is megabytes (MB).

Advanced>Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) Lock:

It prevents Windows from reallocating I/O and Interrupt Request (IRQ) resources on the PCI bus. The I/O and memory resources set by the BIOS are preserved.

Advanced>Debug:

Enables kernel-mode debugging for device driver development

Advanced>Global debug settings:

These are the debugger connection settings on this computer. To let a kernel debugger, communicate with a debugger host. The debugger connection between the host and target computers can be Serial, IEEE 1394, or USB 2.0.

Advanced>Debug port:

Specifies using Serial as the connection type and the serial port and the default port is COM1

Advanced>Baud rate:

Specifies the baud rate to use when Debug port is selected and the debug connection type is Serial. This setting is optional. Valid values for baud are 9600, 19,200, 38,400, 57,600, and 115,200. The default baud rate is 115,200 bps.

Advanced>Channel:

Use channel 1394 as the debug connection type and it specifies the channel number to use. The value for channel must be a decimal integer between 0 and 62, inclusive, and must match the channel number used by the host computer. The channel specified does not depend on the physical 1394 port chosen on the adapter. The default value for channel is 0.

Advanced>USB target name:

Specifies a string value to use when the debug type is USB and this string can be any value

How to use MSCONFIG to troubleshoot a Conflict Issue

• Conflict Issues: These are issues such as drivers, services, or updates that have loaded and have changed another file or are trying to use the same resources as an existing file or device. To troubleshoot these issues, we try to disable different files and services temporarily until we identify the conflict at which time we can either load another file that does the same job or update and reinstall both files.

Working with the Services tab

Note: At any point during troubleshooting the services using MSCONFIG, you can always return to the default settings by selecting Normal Startup.

The MSCONFIG Services tab lists integrated Windows services and programs that start when Windows 10 and 11 starts. The Windows operating system periodically runs them itself. You must be careful when disabling services as many are critical to the computer’s operation. Enable or disable programs or services from starting by checking or disabling the checkbox next to the program name. This is useful when you are troubleshooting service-related problems.

(Figure.8: MSCONFIG Services Tab)

Microsoft have designed most of the services in Windows 10 and 11 themselves. To make it easier to find third-party services, you can click the Hide All Microsoft Services button.

Note: Selecting Disable all does not disable some secure Microsoft services required for the operating system to start.

Troubleshooting using the Startup tab

(Figure.9: MSCONFIG Startup Tab)

This tab is used to allow you to prevent items in your startup folder from starting when you log in. You now get a clickable link to the Windows 10 and 11 Task Manager which controls this function now.

The Startup tab of the Task Manager shows a list of the current software applications that open automatically after Windows opens. It shows the status of each app. Disable individual software applications by highlighting the application and click Disable.

(Figure.10: MSCONFIG Task Manager Start-Up Tab)

Note: Disabling applications that run at startup might result in related applications starting more slowly or not running as expected.

Note: You must know what a service does, before you decide to disable it permanently. You can always run a search in Bing 
 or Google 
 for the service. That would supply an explanation of what that service does for your machine. Alternatively you can go to one of the various third-party pages 
 and see if you can match your service against one of their lists.

Using the Tools tab.

(Figure.11: MSCONFIG Tools Tab)

The Tools tab lists diagnostic tools and other advanced tools that you can run to improve computer performance. Read the description next to the name of the tool to better understand its function before you open it. To open a tool, select the name of the tool from the list and click the Launch button. These are tools that are built into the operating system like event viewer and such, but they are all gathered in one place under this tab.

Once any changes have been made, you are asked to restart when you close the MSCONFIG utility. You must check if the changes affected what happens on restart. If they have you can keep them and continue to narrow the issue down. If they do not, revert back to the defaults and try again with different changes.

(Figure.12: MSCONFIG Computer Restart Message)

Note: If this does not resolve your issue, then you can contact your local Technical Support for further troubleshooting. Troubleshooting out of warranty products is chargeable.

Microsoft System Configuration Utility FAQ

What is Microsoft System Configuration Utility?

The Microsoft System Configuration Utility, also known as msconfig.exe, is a built-in troubleshooting tool for Windows operating systems. It helps you identify problems that might be preventing your computer from functioning correctly by letting you selectively disable certain applications, services, startup items, and change system settings.

How do I access the Microsoft System Configuration Utility?

To access the Microsoft System Configuration Utility, press the Windows key + R to open the Run dialog box, type “msconfig” (without quotes), and press Enter. The utility will open, and you can make adjustments as needed.

What can I do with the Microsoft System Configuration Utility?

• Modify startup options and programs
• Enable or disable services
• Switch between different startup modes (normal, diagnostic, selective)
• Configure boot, services, and startup settings

Is it safe to use the Microsoft System Configuration Utility?

Yes, using the Microsoft System Configuration Utility is generally safe. However, you should be cautious when disabling system services or startup items, as this can cause certain applications or system components to not work correctly. It is best to only disable items if you are sure they are causing problems or are not necessary for your system to function properly.

How do I restore my system settings if I encounter problems after using the Microsoft System Configuration Utility?

You can revert any changes made using the Microsoft System Configuration Utility by opening the utility again (Windows key + R, type “msconfig” and press Enter). Then, go to the appropriate tab (Startup, Services, Boot) and re-enable the items you had disabled. Once done, click “Apply” and restart your computer for the changes to take effect.

Related Technology Terms

• msconfig.exe
• Startup Configuration
• Diagnostic Mode
• Services Management
• Boot Options

Key Takeaways

1. The Microsoft System Configuration Utility, also known as “msconfig,” enables users to manage system startup applications, services, and settings for troubleshooting and performance optimization.
2. Through the utility, users can control boot options, modify the startup selection, enable or disable services, and access various tools that help streamline system performance while identifying any conflicting or unnecessary programs.
3. Msconfig is primarily designed for Windows operating systems and can be launched by typing “msconfig” in the Run dialog box or the Windows search bar. Users should exercise caution when making changes, as some adjustments may lead to system instability or other issues.

What is System Configuration in Windows 10?

Though most of the operations here could be done separately, it takes a lot longer, making System Configuration in Windows 10 the first choice of many. The utility especially comes in handy when performing a clean boot during a troubleshooting sequence.

Here are a few of its features:

• Configure boot settings: The utility provides users with a handful of preconfigured boot options to choose from, namely, Normal startup, Diagnostic startup, and Selective startup.
• Enable/disable services: The Services tab in System Configuration lists all the available ones, and users can manually enable or disable the desired services, even a bunch of them, at once.
• Quickly launches Windows tools: Often unnoticed, the Tools tab in the System Configuration allows users to open a bunch of other built-in utilities in Windows quickly.

Importance

This utility plays a crucial role in improving computer performance and diagnosing startup issues since it provides a centralized interface for managing these essential components.

How do I access System Configuration?

1. Press Windows + S to open Search, type System Configuration, and click on the relevant search result.
2. The app will now launch.

2. Via Run

You can also start System Configuration on Windows 10 using the built-in Run dialog. All you need to do is use a keyboard shortcut and then input the abbreviation for System Configuration in the search box.

1. Press Windows + R to open Run, type msconfig in the text field, and click OK.

2. The System Configuration application will launch on your computer.

3. Using the .exe file

1. Press Windows + E to open File Explorer, paste the following path in the address bar, and hit Enter:C:\Windows\System32
2. Locate and double-click on the msconfig.exe file.

This will open System Configuration in Windows 10, and you can now make the desired changes.

How do I use System Configuration?

The System Configuration tool is most commonly used to prevent certain applications and services from starting. This procedure is called Clean Boot; with it, you’ll disable all third-party applications and services from starting.

This is extremely useful for troubleshooting computer issues because it allows you to identify problematic applications and disable them if needed. Let’s individually understand all the tabs listed in System Configuration on Windows 10.

General

The General tab in the System Configuration tool allows you to choose between Normal, Diagnostic, and Selective startup options.

• Normal startup: This will boot Windows with all third-party services and applications enabled.
• Diagnostic startup: This will boot Windows with only the basic services and drivers, similar to Safe Mode. This mode is useful if you suspect that a third-party application or service is causing problems on the PC.
• Selective startup: This option will allow you to choose which programs and services you want to disable or enable. You can also disable all system services and startup items by unchecking the appropriate options here or using the Use original boot configuration option.

Boot

The Boot tab allows you to change how Windows 10 starts, and if you have a dual-boot PC with multiple operating systems, you can choose the default operating system here.

You can also customize certain settings by clicking the Advanced options button. From there, you can assign the number of CPU cores you want a specific operating system to use. Besides, you can assign the amount of memory the select system will use.

Certain debugging options are also available, so use them if you have any issues with the operating system.

• Minimal: it will boot you to Safe Mode without networking while running only crucial system services.
• Alternate shell: Similar to the previous option, but it will start Safe Mode with Command Prompt running.
• Active Directory repair: It is similar to the previous ones but has Active Directory available.
• Network: This option will start Safe Mode but will keep the networking enabled.

There are some additional options available as well.

• No GUI boot option will start Windows 10 without the splash screen at the beginning.
• The Boot log option will store all the relevant boot information in Ntbtlog.txt file, thus allowing you to examine it later. After your system boots, this file will be created in C:\Windows directory.
• Base video option will start Windows 10 in a minimal VGA mode.
• OS boot information will show you each driver’s name as it’s loaded during the boot process.

Lastly, there is Make all boot settings permanent option and Timeout field. The latter is extremely useful if you have two or more operating systems installed on your PC.

When setting Timeout to any value other than zero, you’ll have the specified number of seconds to select between the available operating systems, allowing you to choose one seamlessly on every reboot.

Services

As for the Services tab, it holds the list of all available services on your PC. Keep in mind that this list includes both Microsoft and third-party services.

If you have any computer issues, it’s always recommended to disable third-party services and check if that solves the problem.

This tab allows you to turn off services one by one or to disable them all with a single click. Keep in mind that disabling Microsoft services isn’t recommended, so be cautious while disabling these.

Startup

Startup tab went through certain changes over the years, and now it just shows the Open Task Manager option in System Configuration on Windows 10.

In Windows 8, Microsoft decided to move Startup items from System Configuration to the Task Manager, thus making the process of disabling startup apps much simpler.

Tools

To start any of these , simply select it from the list and click the Launch button. You can also see the location in the Selected command field, along with any additional parameters that the might use.

How to adjust boot settings in System Configuration on Windows 10?

1. Open the System Configuration utility, and navigate to the Boot tab.
2. Now, select Safe Boot and choose any of the modes from the ones listed underneath. You will find Minimal selected by default.

When it comes to boot settings, you have the option to enable Safe Mode in Windows 10 via System Configuration or configure the other options, as discussed in the earlier sections.

What is selective startup in System Configuration on Windows 10?

With Load system services checked, all the critical services are running, Load startup items is linked to the startup apps, and Use original boot configuration loads Windows with the default settings, i.e., the settings that were in place when the OS was first installed.

Here’s how you can configure Selective startup with System Configuration in Windows 10:

1. Launch System Configuration, and choose the Selective startup option in the General tab.
2. Now, check/uncheck the desired boot options under it, and then click on Apply and OK.
3. Click Restart in the confirmation prompt that appears.

How to adjust services in System Configuration on Windows 10?

1. Open System Configuration and head to the Services tab.
2. Untick the checkbox for the services you want to disable, and then click Apply.
3. If a confirmation prompt appears, choose the appropriate response.
4. You can similarly re-enable the services.
5. To enable/disable all the services at once, click on the Enable all or Disable all button, as the case may be.
6. To perform a clean boot or to boost the PC’s performance, tick the checkbox for Hide all Microsoft services, and then click on Disable all.
7. This will disable all non-Microsoft services, but you may face some inconsistencies with the PC.

How do I open System Configuration in Windows 10 CMD?

1. Press Windows + R to open Run, type cmd in the text field, and hit Enter.
2. Paste the following command and then hit Enter:msconfig
3. The System Configuration utility will open right away.

What is the shortcut key for System Configuration in Windows 10?

There is no keyboard shortcut or an individual shortcut key to directly open System Configuration in Windows 10 or any other iteration, for that matter.

You must open it via the Search menu, Run, Command Prompt, or its shortcut in the System32 folder.

That’s all there’s to the System Configuration utility in Windows 10. And by now, you should have a fair understanding of the various settings and options available here.

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