Toolbox Individual Tools

Individual Tools – Get the right tool for the job

To access:

Under Toolbox on the navigation bar, click Individual Tools.

What it does:

The Individual Tools pane provides simple, categorized access to all the System Mechanic repair, optimization, and monitoring tools.

Why use it:

You can run the exact tools that suit your needs.

Step-by-step wizards give you total control over what actions are run, with the settings that you specify.
System configuration tools allow you to monitor and fine-tune settings so that your PC is tailored to your specifications.
Diagnostic tools provide detailed system reporting and allow for advanced troubleshooting.

Instructions:

From the left side of the pane, click on the function category that suits your needs. All the tools associated with that function will display on the right side of the pane.
Click Start next to the desired tool to open and run it.

The pane has the following function categories and tools; click any link below for detailed instruction.

Note for 64-bit operating systems: Refer to System Requirements to view System Mechanic's limitations in a 64-bit environment.

Function Category	Benefit	Tools
Maximize Performance	Resolve performance-draining issues and maximize the speed and performance of your PC.	Maximize Free Memory Remove Software Redundancies Optimize Windows Startup Optimize Internet Settings (WinXP) Find and Install Updated Drivers Defragment and Compact Registry Re-align Programs on the Hard Drive Defragment Hard Drive Configure Boot-Time Defragmentation Configure Right-Click Defragmentation Maximize Solid-State Drive Speed
Enhance Protection	Increase the level of protection and strengthen the defense of your computer.	Fix Security Vulnerabilities Back Up or Restore Registry Block Unwanted System Changes
Clean Up System Clutter	Clean out unneeded files, which frees up drive space and other system resources.	Clean Out PC File Clutter Find and Remove Junk Files
Repair Problems	Fix PC problems and reduce computer crashes and failures.	Repair Registry Problems Repair Broken Shortcuts Repair Hard Drive Problems Create Drive Medic Emergency CD Troubleshoot System Problems
Ensure Personal Privacy	Permanently erase the tracks of Internet activity and deleted data.	Securely Erase Private Data Securely Delete Files Configure Desktop File Incinerator Securely Remove Deleted File Traces Securely Wipe All Data From a Drive
Manage System Configuration	Manage and configure various internal settings for your computer.	Configure Windows Startup Manage Running Programs Customize Advanced Windows Settings Customize Advanced Internet Settings (WinXP) Find Duplicate Files Remove Installed Programs
Recover Deleted Data	Reclaim lost or deleted files, pictures, email messages, and more.	Recover all Data on a Drive or Disk Recover Deleted Files Recover Deleted Pictures and Movies Recover Deleted Songs and Sounds Recover Deleted E-mail
Perform Diagnostics	Run a variety of system reports, for performance-tracking or troubleshooting.	View System Information Report Measure Internet Download Speed Track System Changes Monitor Hard Drive Status
The below function category is available only for Windows Vista users:
Manage Add-ons	Enable access to bonus mini-programs that supplement System Mechanic.	Configure PC Health Status Gadget