System Configuration Utility overview

System Configuration Utility (Msconfig.exe) automates the routine troubleshooting steps that Microsoft Product Support Services technicians use when diagnosing Windows configuration issues. You can use this tool to modify the system configuration through a process of elimination with check boxes, reducing the risk of typing errors.

You must be logged on as an administrator or a member of the Administrators group in order to use System Configuration Utility. If your computer is connected to a network, network policy settings may also prevent you from using the utility.

Warning

• Microsoft strongly recommends that you do not use System Configuration Utility to modify the Boot.ini file on your computer without the direction of a Microsoft support professional. Doing so may render your computer unusable.

What's next?

Create a clean environment for troubleshooting

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