UNLODCTR command in Windows
The Windows unlodctr command is used to remove the performance counter names and explain text for a particular service or driver. This command helps in cleaning up unnecessary or corrupted performance counter information on the system.
UNLODCTR Syntax:
Section titled “UNLODCTR Syntax:”unlodctr [service_ini_file]Windows UNLODCTR Options:
Section titled “Windows UNLODCTR Options:”| Option | Description |
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UNLODCTR Parameters:
Section titled “UNLODCTR Parameters:”| Parameter | Description |
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| service_ini_file | Specifies the .ini file containing the counters |
How to use UNLODCTR command:
Section titled “How to use UNLODCTR command:”Unload a Performance Counter from the system
Section titled “Unload a Performance Counter from the system”unlodctr ExampleCounterRemoves the specified performance counter from the system.
Restore all Performance Counters to their original state
Section titled “Restore all Performance Counters to their original state”unlodctr *Restores all performance counters to their original state and removes all custom changes.
Unload multiple Performance Counters
Section titled “Unload multiple Performance Counters”unlodctr Counter1 Counter2Unloads multiple specified performance counters from the system.
Unload counters using a wildcard pattern
Section titled “Unload counters using a wildcard pattern”unlodctr "Counter*"Removes performance counters that match the specified wildcard pattern.
Unload a specific set of counters
Section titled “Unload a specific set of counters”unlodctr -m Counter1 "Counter 2"Unloads the specified counters from the system and removes them from the registry.
Unload counters for a specific language
Section titled “Unload counters for a specific language”unlodctr /u:CounterNameUnloads the specified performance counter for the default language.
Unload counters for a specific computer
Section titled “Unload counters for a specific computer”unlodctr /r:CounterNameRemoves the specified performance counter from the remote computer.
Suppress confirmation prompt
Section titled “Suppress confirmation prompt”unlodctr -q CounterNameUnloads the specified performance counter without showing a confirmation prompt.
How do I use unlodctr in Windows?
Section titled “How do I use unlodctr in Windows?”To use the unlodctr command in Windows, execute the following command:
unlodctr --backup MyServiceWhat is the purpose of the unlodctr command?
Section titled “What is the purpose of the unlodctr command?”The unlodctr command is used to remove the counters of a service or driver from the Windows registry.
How can I unload performance counters using unlodctr?
Section titled “How can I unload performance counters using unlodctr?”To unload performance counters using unlodctr, you can specify the service or driver name as shown in the following command:
unlodctr MyServiceCan unlodctr be used to backup performance counter settings?
Section titled “Can unlodctr be used to backup performance counter settings?”Yes, you can backup performance counter settings using the unlodctr command. Here is an example of how to back up the settings:
unlodctr --backup MyServiceHow do I remove the performance counter settings backup with unlodctr?
Section titled “How do I remove the performance counter settings backup with unlodctr?”To remove the performance counter settings backup using unlodctr, you can use the following command:
unlodctr --backup MyService --removeIs it possible to restore performance counter settings with unlodctr?
Section titled “Is it possible to restore performance counter settings with unlodctr?”Yes, you can restore performance counter settings using the unlodctr command. Here is an example of how to restore the settings:
unlodctr --restore MyServiceHow can I list the performance counters loaded in Windows using unlodctr?
Section titled “How can I list the performance counters loaded in Windows using unlodctr?”To list the performance counters loaded in Windows using unlodctr, you can execute the following command:
unlodctr --listWhat happens if I try to unload performance counters that are not loaded?
Section titled “What happens if I try to unload performance counters that are not loaded?”If you try to unload performance counters that are not currently loaded, you will receive an error message indicating that the specified service or driver is not found.
Can I use the unlodctr command to troubleshoot performance counter issues in Windows?
Section titled “Can I use the unlodctr command to troubleshoot performance counter issues in Windows?”Yes, the unlodctr command can be helpful in troubleshooting performance counter issues by removing and reloading specific counters as needed.
Applications of the UNLODCTR Command
Section titled “Applications of the UNLODCTR Command”- Unloads the counters used by the specified service or application
- Removes the counter names and explain text for the specified service or application from the Windows registry