Documentation

Guides, how-tos, and reference for WinDEETS features and tools.

Quick Links

Getting Started

User Guide

  • Data Explorer (Overview)Overview of the Data Explorer and its sections (Events, Services, Processes, Software, Devices, Tasks, Startup).
  • Web SearchHow to use the Web Search button to query selected data in your preferred web search or LLM.

Troubleshooting

Tools - Applications

  • wmic startup list fullSee which apps start automatically with detailed information.
  • net startSee all running services or start a network service.
  • schtasksCreate, delete, query, or run scheduled tasks.
  • appwiz.cplOpen the control panel to uninstall or change programs.
  • services.mscOpen the services console to manage Windows services.
  • taskmgr.exeView running apps, processes, performance, and startup programs.
  • taskschd.mscSet up, run, or delete scheduled tasks through the Task Scheduler GUI.

Tools - Configuration

  • devmgmt.mscCheck your hardware and drivers through Device Manager.
  • diskmgmt.mscView and manage drives and partitions with Disk Management.
  • systeminfoGet a quick snapshot of your Windows version, hardware, and installed updates.
  • GPResult /h gpresult.htmlGet a clear report of your Group Policy settings in HTML format.
  • driverquery /vSee every installed device driver with details.
  • msconfig.exeChange startup options, boot settings, and services.
  • setSee, set, or remove Windows environment variables.
  • pathSee or change the command search path.
  • whoami /allShow current user info including groups, privileges, and SID.
  • net localgroupManage local groups and view group memberships.
  • net userManage user accounts and view account information.
  • net accountsShow account policies including password and lockout settings.

Tools - Diagnostics

  • compmgmt.mscAccess key Windows admin tools in one place with Computer Management.
  • dxdiag.exeCheck DirectX, graphics, and sound details for diagnostics.
  • powercfg /batteryreportSee battery health, usage, and charge history with a detailed report.
  • start ms-settings:troubleshootJump straight to Windows troubleshooting tools to fix common problems.
  • perfmon /relSee your PC's stability history and problem reports.
  • dism /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealthScan and repair your Windows image using Windows Update.
  • msinfo32.exeSee hardware, components, and software details all in one place.
  • eventvwr.mscOpen Event Viewer to see system, application, and security logs.
  • powercfg /sleepstudyGenerate sleep study report for Modern Standby power diagnostics.
  • tasklistList all running processes with details like PID and memory usage.
  • perfmon.mscOpen Performance Monitor for detailed system performance tracking.
  • resmon.exeOpen Resource Monitor for real-time detailed system resource monitoring.
  • sfc /scannowRun System File Checker to scan and repair corrupted Windows files.

Tools - Network

  • hostnameFind your PC's hostname for networking and troubleshooting.
  • route printSee all network routes for your PC for advanced troubleshooting.
  • ipconfig /flushdnsClear out old DNS records to fix network issues and get fresh results.
  • netstat -bqSee which apps are using network connections and listening ports.
  • nbtstat -RClear and reload the NetBIOS name cache for fixing network name issues.
  • netsh int ip resetReset your TCP/IP stack to default to fix stubborn network problems.
  • tracertTrace the network path to a destination and diagnose routing issues.
  • arp -aView ARP cache showing IP to MAC address mappings.
  • ipconfig /allShow full IP configuration with detailed network adapter information.
  • netstat -anoShow network connections with process IDs for comprehensive monitoring.

Tools - Security

  • wf.mscOpen Windows Firewall console for advanced firewall management.