2 Simple Ways to Uninstall EasyTune

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A step-by-step guide to getting rid of EasyTune
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EasyTune comes with every Gigabyte motherboard that lets you adjust different system settings easily, like overclocking, fan speeds, and voltage. But what if you don't need to use EasyTune and want to free up space on your computer instead? This wikiHow article teaches you how to completely uninstall EasyTune from your computer.

Things You Should Know

  • EasyTune is a utility program that comes pre-installed with all Gigabyte motherboards.
  • Stop any running EasyTune processes in Task Manager first.
  • Uninstall EasyTune using Settings or Control Panel.
Section 1 of 4:

Removing EasyTune from Task Manager

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    This will open Task Manager. You can also right-click your taskbar and select Task Manager from the drop-down menu.
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    It's usually open by default but switch to it if you need to.
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    Doing so will ensure the task isn't running so you can uninstall EasyTune properly.
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Section 2 of 4:

Uninstalling via Settings

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    Press Win + I to open Settings with a keyboard shortcut or go to the Start menu and click the gear icon.
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    If you're using Windows 11, this menu option will be on the left side of the window. If you're using Windows 10, you'll see "Apps" in the center of the window.
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    Scroll down to find the app listed in the window. Click it to see more options.
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    You'll see this option under "EasyTune" when you click it.
    • Follow the on-screen instructions to uninstall it.
    • If you see a window alerting you that you can not uninstall the program, ensure it's not running by opening services.msc and stop the process. Press Win + R and enter "services.msc" to open the Services window, then right-click EasyTune and select Stop . [1]
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Section 3 of 4:

Uninstalling via Control Panel

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    This will open the Run dialog.
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    This prompts "Programs and Features" to open in Control Panel.
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    Finally, follow the on-screen instructions to uninstall EasyTune completely.
    • If you see a window alerting you that you can not uninstall the program, ensure it's not running by opening services.msc and stop the process. Press Win + R and enter "services.msc" to open the Services window, then right-click EasyTune and select Stop . [2]
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Section 4 of 4:

Troubleshooting

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    If you're having trouble uninstalling the program, turn your computer off, then start it again .
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    If you can't delete the program manually, try using cleaner apps like CCleaner .
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    Press the Win key on your keyboard and enter Windows Features . Click the checkbox next to ".NET Framework 3.5" and click OK .
    • Finally, apply the changes by restarting your computer. [3]
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    Go to the AppData folder or Program Files and make sure all EasyTune files have been erased. Move any to the Trash Bin if you find any.
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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.reddit.com/r/gigabyte/comments/pnawkh/cant_remove_easytune_engine_services/
      2. ↑ https://www.reddit.com/r/gigabyte/comments/pnawkh/cant_remove_easytune_engine_services/
      3. ↑ https://www.reddit.com/r/gigabyte/comments/vfnxm6/unable_to_install_easytune_and_siv/

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