What is DsmSvc?

DsmSvc is also known as the Device Setup Manager service. It is a Windows PC service responsible for managing device installation and setup. It ensures devices are installed and configured correctly on the Windows PC.

Why does DsmSvc cause high CPU usage?

DsmSvc high CPU usage causes the system to be slow or laggy and can affect the programs running on the PC. The high CPU usage can occur for reasons such as:

Corrupt system files – When you have corrupt system files on your PC they can cause the services on your PC to malfunction and use more system resources than expected. Malware and virus infection – If your system gets infected, Device Setup Manager service may use more system resources than allocated. Issues with DsmSvc – It is possible that the Device Setup Manager service isn’t working correctly on your PC, causing high CPU usage. Issues with Windows Update Service – You may experience DsmSvc high CPU usage if there’s an issue with the Windows Update Service.

Fortunately, there are some fixes for the high CPU usage, and we’ll discuss them as we go further into this article.

How can I fix the DsmSvc high CPU usage?

Before proceeding with any advanced troubleshooting steps, try the following:

Turn off background apps running on your PC. Restart Windows in Safe Mode and check if DsmSvc high CPU usage persists.

If you can fix the issue, go ahead with the steps below.

1. Run the SFC and DISM to repair damaged system files

Running SFC and DISM scans will detect and repair corrupt system files causing DsmSvc high CPU usage on your PC. Check our guide on what to do if Command Prompt keeps crashing on your PC. You can also repair corruption with Restoro. This user-friendly utility scans your entire device and replaces damaged or corrupted items with fresh Windows files that work properly. SPONSORED

2. Run Windows Defender scan

Windows Defender scan will find and remove any malware and viruses on your PC that may cause the issue. Sometimes, not even a full scan with Windows Defender can clean your PC, so we recommend running a full scan with a better third-party antivirus.

3. Run the Windows Update troubleshooter

The troubleshooter will repair update issues causing the DsmSvc service high CPU usage on your PC. If you can’t get through the steps above, check other ways to run the Windows Update troubleshooter in Windows 10/11.

4. Disable the DsmSvc service

Disabling the DsmSvc service on your PC prevents it from using high system resources. Still, we recommend you only do this temporarily because the service is very important in properly functioning your PC. In addition, our readers may be interested in what to do if the Task Manager shows wrong CPU usage on Windows 11. Further, you can read our article about how to fix 100% disk usage on Windows 11 if you encounter an issue. In conclusion, fixing DsmSvc high CPU usage is tricky, but with our guide, you should troubleshoot it just fine. If you have further questions or suggestions, kindly leave them below.

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