Optimizing Your Computer to Maximize Performance
So you bought an audio or video computer peripheral, followed all the instructions, and set
everything up. Now what?
A typical PC or Macintosh audio or video setup may contain software and hardware products
from a dozen or more companies. i.e. Dell, Microsoft, Belkin, Steinberg, Syncrosoft, Waves,
Universal Audio, Arturia, FXpansion, Native Instruments, Akai Pro, Alesis.
Even with a minimalist setup, getting all the separate hardware and software components to work
together smoothly can be tricky. One component’s manual might not pick up exactly where the
other one left off, and there are very few manuals which will discuss how to optimize your system
over-all for the best performance.
In this article, will cover some measures you can take to optimize your system for maximum audio
or video performance, and prevent dropouts.
Contents:
Optimizing Your Computer for Recording ....................................................................................... 2
Tips for All Systems..................................................................................................................... 2
Windows Optimization Tips ......................................................................................................... 3
USB and USB 2.0 ................................................................................................................... 3
Windows XP............................................................................................................................ 3
Windows Vista ........................................................................................................................ 4
To free up even more system resources ................................................................................ 4
Macintosh Optimization Tips ....................................................................................................... 5
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