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<blockquote data-quote="MartinSmith" data-source="post: 187096"><p>Hi <strong>druffski</strong>, and thanks again for contributing to my thread and for sharing your perspectives on <strong>Windows Services</strong>.</p><p></p><p>Since updating my previous post, I have made some changes that have improved the stability of 0.2.3.0 RC2 on my <strong>MediaPortal Client</strong> system running with <strong>Windows XP SP2</strong>. Most obvious are those services that were once set to automatic that are now returned to manual, their MS default setting. </p><p></p><p>Interestingly, one such setting was <strong>DHCP</strong> - now set to manual. Thanks for the tip too, Druffski. <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /> </p><p></p><p>I also share your perspective on <strong>Task Scheduler</strong> with respect to MP, but since its value goes beyond MP, I prefer to leave it set it to the <strong>MS default</strong>, automatic. </p><p></p><p>My revised (current) settings include . . . </p><p></p><p><span style="color: Red">AUTOMATIC</span></p><p>========</p><p><strong>Cryptographic Services</strong></p><p><strong>DCOM Server Process Launcher</strong></p><p><strong>Distributed Link Tracking Client</strong> - since this service ensures that shortcuts and OLE (Object Linking and Embedding) links continue to work after the target file is renamed or moved - therefore, I strongly prefer this setting.</p><p><strong>Event Log</strong></p><p><strong>Logical Disk Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Plug and Play</strong></p><p><strong>Print Spooler </strong></p><p><strong>Protected Storage</strong> - this setting provides protected storage for sensitive data, such as private keys, to prevent access by unauthorized services processes or users, and the storage location provided by this service is secure and protected from modification. </p><p><strong>Remote Procedure Call (RPC)</strong></p><p><strong>Security Accounts Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Server</strong></p><p><strong>Shell Hardware Detection</strong></p><p><strong>System Event Notification</strong></p><p><strong>System Restore Service</strong></p><p><strong>Task Scheduler</strong></p><p><strong>Windows Audio</strong></p><p><strong>Windows Firewall/Internet Connection Sharing (ICS)</strong></p><p><strong>Windows Management Instrumentation</strong></p><p></p><p><span style="color: Red">DISABLED</span></p><p>=======</p><p><strong>Alerter</strong></p><p><strong>Application Layer Gateway Service</strong></p><p><strong>Automatic Updates</strong></p><p><strong>Background Intelligent Transfer Service</strong></p><p><strong>Clipbook</strong></p><p><strong>Computer Browser</strong></p><p><strong>Error Reporting Service</strong></p><p><strong>Fast User Switching Compatibility</strong></p><p><strong>IMAPI CD-Burning COM Service - not required with Nero software.</strong></p><p><strong>Indexing Service</strong></p><p><strong>IPSEC Services</strong> - another service that has me on the fence. When it is set to automatic, I find an IPSec error listed in my Event Log and am yet to find a fix or workaround to resolved it. Similar to Human Interface Device Access (noted above), I prefer the manual setting, but am leaving it set to disabled for now. </p><p><strong>Messenger</strong></p><p><strong>MS Software Shadow Copy Provider</strong> - since I prefer Nero, and I do not trust Microsoft Backup.</p><p><strong>Net Logon</strong></p><p><strong>NetMeeting Remote Desktop Sharing</strong></p><p><strong>Network DDE</strong></p><p><strong>Network DDE DSDM</strong></p><p><strong>Performance Logs and Alerts</strong></p><p><strong>Portable Media Serial Number Service</strong></p><p><strong>QoS RSVP</strong></p><p><strong>Remote Desktop Help Session Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Routing and Remote Access</strong></p><p><strong>Secondary Logon</strong></p><p><strong>Security Center</strong></p><p><strong>Smart Card</strong> - not using smart cards and prefer to use a USB port to transfer photos from a digital camera. </p><p><strong>SSDP Discovery Service</strong> </p><p><strong>TCP/IP NetBIOS Helper</strong></p><p><strong>Themes</strong></p><p><strong>Uninterruptible Power Supply</strong></p><p><strong>Universal Plug and Play Device Host</strong></p><p><strong>Volume Shadow Copy</strong> - not required with Nero, and I do not trust Microsoft Backup.</p><p><strong>WebClient</strong></p><p><strong>Windows Time</strong> - prefer a non-Windows program, Atomic Clock Sync, run manually. </p><p><strong>Wireless Zero Configuration</strong></p><p><strong>Workstation</strong> - according to Microsoft's article, this service may be disabled for stand alone PCs and I find no value enabling this service for MediaPortal Client. <span style="color: Red"><em>Does anyone???</em></span></p><p></p><p><span style="color: Red">MANUAL</span></p><p>======</p><p><strong>.NET Runtime Optimization Service V2.0.5.0727_X86</strong> - set to automatic, and resets to manual. </p><p><strong>Application Management</strong></p><p><strong>ASP.NET State Service</strong></p><p><strong>COM+ Event System</strong> - set to MS default, manual, but starts anyway.</p><p><strong>COM+ System Application</strong> - set to MS default, manual.</p><p><strong>DHCP Client</strong></p><p><strong>Distributed Transaction Coordinator</strong></p><p><strong>DNS Client</strong> - another service that finds me on the fence because, while I understand the value of this service when set to automatic, I do not find that overall performance is improved. In fact, while surfing, websites load faster with it set to disable or manual. </p><p><strong>Help and Support </strong></p><p><strong>HTTP SSL</strong> - because my PC is not a dedicated HTPC, I prefer this setting because it establishes a secure communications channel to prevent the interception of critical information, such as credit card numbers. </p><p><strong>Human Interface Device Access</strong> - my KB and mouse are USB, and neither appears to be effected negatively if this is diabled, but I prefer to play it "safe" and oppose the MS default.</p><p><strong>Logical Disk Manager Administration Service</strong></p><p><strong>Network Connections</strong> - set to MS default, manual, but starts anyway.</p><p><strong>Network Location Awareness (NLA)</strong> - set to MS default, manual, but starts anyway.</p><p><strong>Network Provisioning Service</strong> - manages XML configuration files on a domain basis for automatic network provisioning, and while I do not use MediaPortal's XMLTV option, this setting appears to be appropriate at this time.</p><p><strong>NT LM Security Support Provider</strong> - connect faster with this disabled (no surprise there).</p><p><strong>Remote Access Auto Connection Manager</strong></p><p><strong>Remote Access Connection Manager</strong> - set to MS default, manual, but starts anyway.</p><p><strong>Remote Procedure Call (RPC) Locator</strong> - my System Configuration Utility categorizes this service as "Essential" (with my non-TVServer) MediaPortal Client system running on Windows XP SP2) and its ATI TV Tuner 650, MediaPortal and WatchHDTV work better - and MS default is manual. </p><p><strong>Removable Storage</strong></p><p><strong>Telephony</strong> - set to MS default, manual, but starts anyway.</p><p><strong>Terminal Services</strong> - set to MS default, manual, but starts anyway.</p><p><strong>Windows</strong> Image Acquisition (WIA) - MS default is disabled, yet starts when called upon.</p><p><strong>Windows Installer</strong></p><p><strong>Windows User Mode Driver Framework</strong></p><p><strong>WMI Performance Adapter</strong></p><p></p><p>Of course, as I continue testing settings and learning from fellow MediaPortal members like you and Aaron, tomorrow may bring another Service change or two. <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite1" alt=":)" title="Smile :)" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":)" /> </p><p></p><p>Cheers,</p><p></p><p>Martin</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="MartinSmith, post: 187096"] Hi [B]druffski[/B], and thanks again for contributing to my thread and for sharing your perspectives on [B]Windows Services[/B]. Since updating my previous post, I have made some changes that have improved the stability of 0.2.3.0 RC2 on my [B]MediaPortal Client[/B] system running with [B]Windows XP SP2[/B]. Most obvious are those services that were once set to automatic that are now returned to manual, their MS default setting. Interestingly, one such setting was [B]DHCP[/B] - now set to manual. Thanks for the tip too, Druffski. :) I also share your perspective on [B]Task Scheduler[/B] with respect to MP, but since its value goes beyond MP, I prefer to leave it set it to the [B]MS default[/B], automatic. My revised (current) settings include . . . [COLOR="Red"]AUTOMATIC[/COLOR] ======== [B]Cryptographic Services[/B] [B]DCOM Server Process Launcher[/B] [B]Distributed Link Tracking Client[/B] - since this service ensures that shortcuts and OLE (Object Linking and Embedding) links continue to work after the target file is renamed or moved - therefore, I strongly prefer this setting. [B]Event Log[/B] [B]Logical Disk Manager[/B] [B]Plug and Play[/B] [B]Print Spooler [/B] [B]Protected Storage[/B] - this setting provides protected storage for sensitive data, such as private keys, to prevent access by unauthorized services processes or users, and the storage location provided by this service is secure and protected from modification. [B]Remote Procedure Call (RPC)[/B] [B]Security Accounts Manager[/B] [B]Server[/B] [B]Shell Hardware Detection[/B] [B]System Event Notification[/B] [B]System Restore Service[/B] [B]Task Scheduler[/B] [B]Windows Audio[/B] [B]Windows Firewall/Internet Connection Sharing (ICS)[/B] [B]Windows Management Instrumentation[/B] [COLOR="Red"]DISABLED[/COLOR] ======= [B]Alerter[/B] [B]Application Layer Gateway Service[/B] [B]Automatic Updates[/B] [B]Background Intelligent Transfer Service[/B] [B]Clipbook[/B] [B]Computer Browser[/B] [B]Error Reporting Service[/B] [B]Fast User Switching Compatibility[/B] [B]IMAPI CD-Burning COM Service - not required with Nero software.[/B] [B]Indexing Service[/B] [B]IPSEC Services[/B] - another service that has me on the fence. When it is set to automatic, I find an IPSec error listed in my Event Log and am yet to find a fix or workaround to resolved it. Similar to Human Interface Device Access (noted above), I prefer the manual setting, but am leaving it set to disabled for now. [B]Messenger[/B] [B]MS Software Shadow Copy Provider[/B] - since I prefer Nero, and I do not trust Microsoft Backup. [B]Net Logon[/B] [B]NetMeeting Remote Desktop Sharing[/B] [B]Network DDE[/B] [B]Network DDE DSDM[/B] [B]Performance Logs and Alerts[/B] [B]Portable Media Serial Number Service[/B] [B]QoS RSVP[/B] [B]Remote Desktop Help Session Manager[/B] [B]Routing and Remote Access[/B] [B]Secondary Logon[/B] [B]Security Center[/B] [B]Smart Card[/B] - not using smart cards and prefer to use a USB port to transfer photos from a digital camera. [B]SSDP Discovery Service[/B] [B]TCP/IP NetBIOS Helper[/B] [B]Themes[/B] [B]Uninterruptible Power Supply[/B] [B]Universal Plug and Play Device Host[/B] [B]Volume Shadow Copy[/B] - not required with Nero, and I do not trust Microsoft Backup. [B]WebClient[/B] [B]Windows Time[/B] - prefer a non-Windows program, Atomic Clock Sync, run manually. [B]Wireless Zero Configuration[/B] [B]Workstation[/B] - according to Microsoft's article, this service may be disabled for stand alone PCs and I find no value enabling this service for MediaPortal Client. [COLOR="Red"][I]Does anyone???[/I][/COLOR] [COLOR="Red"]MANUAL[/COLOR] ====== [B].NET Runtime Optimization Service V2.0.5.0727_X86[/B] - set to automatic, and resets to manual. [B]Application Management[/B] [B]ASP.NET State Service[/B] [B]COM+ Event System[/B] - set to MS default, manual, but starts anyway. [B]COM+ System Application[/B] - set to MS default, manual. [B]DHCP Client[/B] [B]Distributed Transaction Coordinator[/B] [B]DNS Client[/B] - another service that finds me on the fence because, while I understand the value of this service when set to automatic, I do not find that overall performance is improved. In fact, while surfing, websites load faster with it set to disable or manual. [B]Help and Support [/B] [B]HTTP SSL[/B] - because my PC is not a dedicated HTPC, I prefer this setting because it establishes a secure communications channel to prevent the interception of critical information, such as credit card numbers. [B]Human Interface Device Access[/B] - my KB and mouse are USB, and neither appears to be effected negatively if this is diabled, but I prefer to play it "safe" and oppose the MS default. [B]Logical Disk Manager Administration Service[/B] [B]Network Connections[/B] - set to MS default, manual, but starts anyway. [B]Network Location Awareness (NLA)[/B] - set to MS default, manual, but starts anyway. [B]Network Provisioning Service[/B] - manages XML configuration files on a domain basis for automatic network provisioning, and while I do not use MediaPortal's XMLTV option, this setting appears to be appropriate at this time. [B]NT LM Security Support Provider[/B] - connect faster with this disabled (no surprise there). [B]Remote Access Auto Connection Manager[/B] [B]Remote Access Connection Manager[/B] - set to MS default, manual, but starts anyway. [B]Remote Procedure Call (RPC) Locator[/B] - my System Configuration Utility categorizes this service as "Essential" (with my non-TVServer) MediaPortal Client system running on Windows XP SP2) and its ATI TV Tuner 650, MediaPortal and WatchHDTV work better - and MS default is manual. [B]Removable Storage[/B] [B]Telephony[/B] - set to MS default, manual, but starts anyway. [B]Terminal Services[/B] - set to MS default, manual, but starts anyway. [B]Windows[/B] Image Acquisition (WIA) - MS default is disabled, yet starts when called upon. [B]Windows Installer[/B] [B]Windows User Mode Driver Framework[/B] [B]WMI Performance Adapter[/B] Of course, as I continue testing settings and learning from fellow MediaPortal members like you and Aaron, tomorrow may bring another Service change or two. :) Cheers, Martin [/QUOTE]
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