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DCFWinService High CPU Usage: 2 Quick Solutions to Fix

Uninstall the Dell Foundation Services if you get high CPU usage

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Updated onFebruary 20, 2024

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The DCFWinService taking up a chunk of the CPU resources it’s an annoying issue as it affects the system’s performance. It is common in Dell computers because the server is a part of the support suite for Dell laptops.

The high CPU usage by the DCFWinService process on your PC is mostly due to issues with the Dell Foundation Service.

Before going through any advanced steps, we recommend performing a clean boot and turning off the background apps you’re not using.

1. Disable DCFWinService

Disabling the DCFWinService in the Services Center will stop its processes on your computer and fix its high CPU usage.

2. Uninstall the Dell Foundation Services

Uninstalling the Dell Foundation Services removes the program and its components from running on the computer.

Sometimes, you might have toreset Windows 11 to its factory settingson your PC to fix this problem.

In conclusion, you can check our article about how todownload and update Dell driversfor Windows 11. Also, we have a comprehensive overview ofDell laptops stuck on restartand ways to fix it.

Also, you may be interested in our guide about downloading and fixingDell.SupportAssist.Client.Plugin.IDiags.dllon Windows PCs.

If you have further questions or suggestions, kindly drop them in the comments section.

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Henderson Jayden Harper

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Henderson Jayden Harper

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Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills.