OK! Was it the print spooler setting? I'll give you a tip about the HP peripheral because that's what I have. HP puts a lot of processes on Startup, including all of those for digital imaging. Not only does the printer or all-in-one
not need to be on Startup, but all the HP processes there can be stopped. Just open the printer of the HP Director in the program when you need it.
I'd like you to run this program and get rid of some of the temp files:
TFC (Temp File Cleaner)
Download
TFC to your desktop
- Open the file and close any other windows.
- It will close all programs itself when run, make sure to let it run uninterrupted.
- Click the Start button to begin the process. The program should not take long to finish its job
- Once its finished it should reboot your machine, if not, do this yourself to ensure a complete clean
TFC only cleans temp folders. TFC will not clean URL history, prefetch, or cookies. TFC will completely clear all temp files where other temp file cleaners may fail.
TFC requires a reboot immediately after running. Be sure to save any unsaved work before running TFC.
TFC (Temp File Cleaner) will clear out all temp folders for all user accounts (temp, IE temp, java, FF, Opera, Chrome, Safari), including Administrator, All Users, LocalService, NetworkService, and any other accounts in the user folder.
When you have finished,
Empty the Recycle Bin
What problem related to the original is still open? Printer is in, spooler is working and Avira is updated. AV scan came out clean. If the problems have been resolved, I'll have you remove the cleaning tools.