How to Record CPU Usage History in the Log
- 1). Log onto the Windows 7 system using an account with administrative tools.
- 2). Click the "Start" button. In the "Search..." box, type "perfmon." Press "Enter."
- 3). Click "Monitoring Tools," then click "Performance Monitor." The tool opens.
- 4). Click the "Add" button and add the "CPU" counter.
- 5). Click "OK" and the CPU will be monitored. A log is made of each event. This log can be viewed by clicking "File," "Open" and "Log."
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