🖥️ Windows Optimization Guide

Advanced optimization for ASUS Zephyrus G14 (2021, R9 5900HS + RTX 3060)

📋 Table of Contents

1. Store Apps on LTSC
2. Advanced Power Management
3. ROG Hardware Optimization
4. System Tweaks
5. Performance Validation
6. Configuration Files

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Store Apps on LTSC

PowerShell Method

# Run as Administrator
wsreset -i

Note: On Windows 10 2021 LTSC, cliprenew.exe errors can be ignored.

App Installer (WinGet)

Essential for package management. Install from:

https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9nblggh4nns1

Fallback Method

If PowerShell fails, use community package:

https://github.com/stdin82/htfx/releases/tag/v0.0.24

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Advanced Power Management

Unlock Hidden Power Options

# Expose CPU performance boost mode
powercfg -attributes SUB_PROCESSOR 893dee8e-2bef-41e0-89c6-b55d0929964c -ATTRIB_HIDE

# Expose processor performance core parking min cores
powercfg -attributes SUB_PROCESSOR 75b0ae3f-bce0-45a7-8c89-c9611c25e100 -ATTRIB_HIDE

Optimal Performance Settings

# Set minimum processor state to 1% (allows deeper C-states)
powercfg /setacvalueindex SCHEME_CURRENT SUB_PROCESSOR PROCTHROTTLEMIN 1

# Cap maximum processor state at 99% (prevents boost clock instability)
powercfg /setacvalueindex SCHEME_CURRENT SUB_PROCESSOR PROCTHROTTLEMAX 99

# Disable CPU performance boost (reduces heat and improves consistency)
powercfg /setacvalueindex SCHEME_CURRENT SUB_PROCESSOR PERFBOOSTMODE 0

# Apply changes
powercfg /setactive SCHEME_CURRENT

Performance Boost Mode Values

• 0 = Disabled (Best thermals, recommended for G14)
• 1 = Enabled (Default)
• 2 = Aggressive (High performance, high heat)
• 3 = Efficient Enabled
• 4 = Efficient Aggressive

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ROG Hardware Optimization

Remove Armoury Crate Completely

# Uninstall Armoury Crate components
Get-AppxPackage *ArmouryCrate* | Remove-AppxPackage
Get-AppxPackage *ROG* | Remove-AppxPackage

# Stop and disable services
Stop-Service "ArmouryCrateService" -Force
Set-Service "ArmouryCrateService" -StartupType Disabled
Stop-Service "ArmouryCrateControlInterface" -Force  
Set-Service "ArmouryCrateControlInterface" -StartupType Disabled

G-Helper Configuration

Download: github.com/seerge/g-helper

Recommended Settings:

• Performance Mode: Balanced
• CPU Boost: Efficient (Mode 3)
• GPU Mode: Eco (for battery) / Standard (plugged in)
• Screen refresh: 60Hz (battery) / 144Hz (plugged in)

NVIDIA Driver Optimization

# Install only driver, skip GeForce Experience
# Use Studio drivers for stability over Game Ready

NVIDIA Control Panel Settings:

• Power Management: Prefer Maximum Performance (when plugged in)
• Texture Filtering - Quality: High Performance
• Threaded Optimization: On

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System Tweaks

Essential Registry Modifications

# Disable Windows Defender real-time protection (if using alternative)
Set-ItemProperty -Path "HKLM:\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows Defender\Real-Time Protection" -Name "DisableRealtimeMonitoring" -Value 1

# Disable mouse acceleration
Set-ItemProperty -Path "HKCU:\Control Panel\Mouse" -Name "MouseSpeed" -Value "0"
Set-ItemProperty -Path "HKCU:\Control Panel\Mouse" -Name "MouseThreshold1" -Value "0"
Set-ItemProperty -Path "HKCU:\Control Panel\Mouse" -Name "MouseThreshold2" -Value "0"

# Disable fullscreen optimizations globally
Set-ItemProperty -Path "HKCU:\System\GameConfigStore" -Name "GameDVR_FSEBehavior" -Value "2"

Advanced System Cleanup

# Remove OneDrive completely
winget uninstall Microsoft.OneDrive
Remove-Item -Path "$env:USERPROFILE\OneDrive" -Force -Recurse -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue

# Run comprehensive debloat script
iwr -useb https://git.io/debloat | iex

Winaero Tweaker Optimization

Download: winaero.com/winaero-tweaker/

Configuration File: References/WinaeroTweaker.ini

Key Settings:

# Critical optimizations from WinaeroTweaker.ini
UnwantedAppsDisabled=1
FileExplorerAdsDisabled=1  
LockScreenAdsDisabled=1
StartSuggestionsDisabled=1
TipsAboutWindowsDisabled=1
WelcomePageDisabled=1
SettingsAdsDisabled=1

Optimizer Tool

Download: github.com/hellzerg/optimizer/releases

View recommended settings

Configuration Package: References/Optimizer.zip

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Performance Validation

CPU Performance Check

# Verify power plan settings
powercfg /query SCHEME_CURRENT SUB_PROCESSOR

# Check CPU boost mode
powercfg /query SCHEME_CURRENT SUB_PROCESSOR PERFBOOSTMODE

Thermal Monitoring

• HWiNFO64: Monitor CPU/GPU temps under load
• Target temps: CPU <85°C, GPU <80°C during gaming
• Fan curves: Custom curves via G-Helper for optimal noise/performance

Memory Optimization

# Enable XMP/DOCP in BIOS for rated RAM speeds
# Verify RAM is running at rated speed (3200MHz for G14 2021)

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Configuration Files

Reference Materials

All configuration files and screenshots are available in the References/ folder:

Configuration Files

• WinaeroTweaker.ini - Complete Winaero Tweaker settings
• Optimizer.zip - Pre-configured Optimizer settings

Visual Guides

• GHelper1.png - G-Helper recommended configuration
• Optimizer1.png - Optimizer settings page 1
• Optimizer2.png - Optimizer settings page 2

Power Plan Export

# Export optimized power plan
powercfg /export "G14_Optimized.pow"

Startup Optimization

# Disable unnecessary startup programs
Get-CimInstance Win32_StartupCommand | Where-Object {$_.Name -like "*Adobe*" -or $_.Name -like "*Steam*"} | ForEach-Object {
    Set-ItemProperty -Path "HKLM:\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run" -Name $_.Name -Value $null
}

G-Helper Auto-start

• Add G-Helper to startup programs
• Set to start minimized to system tray
• Enable "Matrix display" auto-off to save battery

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Advanced Notes

• Memory: Enable XMP Profile 1 in BIOS for optimal RAM performance
• Storage: Enable TRIM for SSDs, disable indexing on game drives
• Network: Disable "Allow the computer to turn off this device" for network adapters
• Display: Use 144Hz only when plugged in to preserve battery life
• Audio: ROG G14 benefits from EqualizerAPO with custom profiles for better audio

Critical Don'ts

• Don't disable Windows Update completely (security risk)
• Don't set CPU max to 100% (causes thermal throttling)
• Don't use aggressive CPU boost modes (Mode 2/4) without adequate cooling
• Don't disable all telemetry (breaks some Windows features)# 🖥️ Windows Optimization Guide

Advanced optimization for ASUS Zephyrus G14 (2021, R9 5900HS + RTX 3060)

📋 Table of Contents

1. Store Apps on LTSC
2. Advanced Power Management
3. ROG Hardware Optimization
4. System Tweaks
5. Performance Validation
6. Configuration Files

---

Store Apps on LTSC

PowerShell Method

# Run as Administrator
wsreset -i

Note: On Windows 10 2021 LTSC, cliprenew.exe errors can be ignored.

App Installer (WinGet)

Essential for package management. Install from:

https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9nblggh4nns1

Fallback Method

If PowerShell fails, use community package:

https://github.com/stdin82/htfx/releases/tag/v0.0.24

---

Advanced Power Management

Unlock Hidden Power Options

# Expose CPU performance boost mode
powercfg -attributes SUB_PROCESSOR 893dee8e-2bef-41e0-89c6-b55d0929964c -ATTRIB_HIDE

# Expose processor performance core parking min cores
powercfg -attributes SUB_PROCESSOR 75b0ae3f-bce0-45a7-8c89-c9611c25e100 -ATTRIB_HIDE

Optimal Performance Settings

# Set minimum processor state to 1% (allows deeper C-states)
powercfg /setacvalueindex SCHEME_CURRENT SUB_PROCESSOR PROCTHROTTLEMIN 1

# Cap maximum processor state at 99% (prevents boost clock instability)
powercfg /setacvalueindex SCHEME_CURRENT SUB_PROCESSOR PROCTHROTTLEMAX 99

# Disable CPU performance boost (reduces heat and improves consistency)
powercfg /setacvalueindex SCHEME_CURRENT SUB_PROCESSOR PERFBOOSTMODE 0

# Apply changes
powercfg /setactive SCHEME_CURRENT

Performance Boost Mode Values

• 0 = Disabled (Best thermals, recommended for G14)
• 1 = Enabled (Default)
• 2 = Aggressive (High performance, high heat)
• 3 = Efficient Enabled
• 4 = Efficient Aggressive

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ROG Hardware Optimization

Remove Armoury Crate Completely

# Uninstall Armoury Crate components
Get-AppxPackage *ArmouryCrate* | Remove-AppxPackage
Get-AppxPackage *ROG* | Remove-AppxPackage

# Stop and disable services
Stop-Service "ArmouryCrateService" -Force
Set-Service "ArmouryCrateService" -StartupType Disabled
Stop-Service "ArmouryCrateControlInterface" -Force  
Set-Service "ArmouryCrateControlInterface" -StartupType Disabled

G-Helper Configuration

Download: github.com/seerge/g-helper

Recommended Settings:

• Performance Mode: Balanced
• CPU Boost: Efficient (Mode 3)
• GPU Mode: Eco (for battery) / Standard (plugged in)
• Screen refresh: 60Hz (battery) / 144Hz (plugged in)

NVIDIA Driver Optimization

# Install only driver, skip GeForce Experience
# Use Studio drivers for stability over Game Ready

NVIDIA Control Panel Settings:

• Power Management: Prefer Maximum Performance (when plugged in)
• Texture Filtering - Quality: High Performance
• Threaded Optimization: On

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System Tweaks

Essential Registry Modifications

# Disable Windows Defender real-time protection (if using alternative)
Set-ItemProperty -Path "HKLM:\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows Defender\Real-Time Protection" -Name "DisableRealtimeMonitoring" -Value 1

# Disable mouse acceleration
Set-ItemProperty -Path "HKCU:\Control Panel\Mouse" -Name "MouseSpeed" -Value "0"
Set-ItemProperty -Path "HKCU:\Control Panel\Mouse" -Name "MouseThreshold1" -Value "0"
Set-ItemProperty -Path "HKCU:\Control Panel\Mouse" -Name "MouseThreshold2" -Value "0"

# Disable fullscreen optimizations globally
Set-ItemProperty -Path "HKCU:\System\GameConfigStore" -Name "GameDVR_FSEBehavior" -Value "2"

Advanced System Cleanup

# Remove OneDrive completely
winget uninstall Microsoft.OneDrive
Remove-Item -Path "$env:USERPROFILE\OneDrive" -Force -Recurse -ErrorAction SilentlyContinue

# Run comprehensive debloat script
iwr -useb https://git.io/debloat | iex

Winaero Tweaker Optimization

Download: winaero.com/winaero-tweaker/

Configuration File: References/WinaeroTweaker.ini

Key Settings:

# Critical optimizations from WinaeroTweaker.ini
UnwantedAppsDisabled=1
FileExplorerAdsDisabled=1  
LockScreenAdsDisabled=1
StartSuggestionsDisabled=1
TipsAboutWindowsDisabled=1
WelcomePageDisabled=1
SettingsAdsDisabled=1

Optimizer Tool

Download: github.com/hellzerg/optimizer/releases

View recommended settings

Configuration Package: References/Optimizer.zip

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Performance Validation

CPU Performance Check

# Verify power plan settings
powercfg /query SCHEME_CURRENT SUB_PROCESSOR

# Check CPU boost mode
powercfg /query SCHEME_CURRENT SUB_PROCESSOR PERFBOOSTMODE

Thermal Monitoring

• HWiNFO64: Monitor CPU/GPU temps under load
• Target temps: CPU <85°C, GPU <80°C during gaming
• Fan curves: Custom curves via G-Helper for optimal noise/performance

Memory Optimization

# Enable XMP/DOCP in BIOS for rated RAM speeds
# Verify RAM is running at rated speed (3200MHz for G14 2021)

---

Configuration Files

Reference Materials

All configuration files and screenshots are available in the References/ folder:

Configuration Files

• WinaeroTweaker.ini - Complete Winaero Tweaker settings
• Optimizer.zip - Pre-configured Optimizer settings

Visual Guides

• GHelper1.png - G-Helper recommended configuration
• Optimizer1.png - Optimizer settings page 1
• Optimizer2.png - Optimizer settings page 2

Power Plan Export

# Export optimized power plan
powercfg /export "G14_Optimized.pow"

Startup Optimization

# Disable unnecessary startup programs
Get-CimInstance Win32_StartupCommand | Where-Object {$_.Name -like "*Adobe*" -or $_.Name -like "*Steam*"} | ForEach-Object {
    Set-ItemProperty -Path "HKLM:\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Run" -Name $_.Name -Value $null
}

G-Helper Auto-start

• Add G-Helper to startup programs
• Set to start minimized to system tray
• Enable "Matrix display" auto-off to save battery

---

Advanced Notes

• Memory: Enable XMP Profile 1 in BIOS for optimal RAM performance
• Storage: Enable TRIM for SSDs, disable indexing on game drives
• Network: Disable "Allow the computer to turn off this device" for network adapters
• Display: Use 144Hz only when plugged in to preserve battery life
• Audio: ROG G14 benefits from EqualizerAPO with custom profiles for better audio

Critical Don'ts

• Don't disable Windows Update completely (security risk)
• Don't set CPU max to 100% (causes thermal throttling)
• Don't use aggressive CPU boost modes (Mode 2/4) without adequate cooling
• Don't disable all telemetry (breaks some Windows features)