CleanMem V1.5
Posted Under: Free PC Security,Free Program,Memory optimization,Portable Tools
Shortly after my last article on CleanMem a new version was released - V1.5
In this version users can log the actions carried out by CleanMem so users can see physical evidence of what the program has done.
Installation is very simple and straighforward and this works on Windows 2000, XP, 2003, Vista, 2008 and Win7.
When installing in Vista and Win7 the program must be installed with administrator privileges. XP setup is extremely simple, install it and leave it as the program is programmed to run every 30 minutes and then closes itself.
Through Task Scheduler the time can be adjusted to suit the user or left on the default.
In earlier versions, the program would run and close and the only indication was Processes in Task Manager. V1.5 gives users the ability to create a log of the actions carried out and will show the RAM reclaimed at the preset period.
The logfile can be found in C:cleanmem_log.txt. It is important that when creating the log, the argument =false is changed to =true.
The video will explain how to create the logfile, add items to the ignore list or clean only list. In Vista and Win7 users may find that access is denied when trying to save the text files, so simply select Save As and save to your Desktop, then drag and drop into the CleanMem folder and replace the existing file.
Once changes have been made to the text files it is important to double click the corresponding Apply List for either 32bit or 64bit machines. If the actions are not applied they will not be executed - in Vista and Win7 right click the list to be applied and Run as administrator.
Example: right click Apply_Ignore_List_32bit_OS.bat and select Run as administrator.
The schedule can also be changed in Vista and Win7 through Task Scheduler. Simply right click the program name and select Properties. Under the General tab select your OS and under the Triggers tab click the Trigger name 'At startup' and click Edit, then change the time value to suit yourself or leave it on the default.
Please note that in each instance that I have installed this on Vista and Win7 it was necessary to reboot before the schedule becomes active.
I highly recommend this free utility and give it 10/10 for ease of use and performance as it makes use of the Windows API in a very clever way, resources are low and it's not constantly running and using more resources.
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Installer version - 1.75MB
Zip file - USB portable version - 69kb
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Reader Comments
Cleanmem what a fantastic little tool!!!. I am running Vista Ultimate AMD Phenom II x 4 965, with 4GB DDR3 1333MHz, and my virtual memory was always being eaten. Used to sit at between 50 - 60%........ Now its a comfortable 23%
GOOD JOB!!
Excellent.
Fiery_WA - CleanMem is a great little utility to have. I use it on all of my machines and it keeps the memory in check without using extra resources as many other memory optimizers do.
Regards
Colin
John Mathis - CleanMem is a neat little tool to have and uses less resources than other similar apps and works just as it should do with minimal user input.
Regards
Colin
Hi Colin,I nearly upgraded my ram till I came across this CleanMem app.You saved me at least £40.00p recommending this,the only memory tool that seems to work.I come here every day to find out what is new in the tech news and the good freeware you provide.With very detailed instructions for any layman may I add.Also to upgrade my arithmetic skills LOL.
CodHead - CleanMem is a great tool and reduces RAM considerably. Very useful as it runs in the background with very low resources and best of all - it's free

Simple to install and simple to use, just the way it should be and it does exactly as it says.
Now I'm working on the maths question and thought maybe I should try a bit of algebra for a while
All the best my friend
Colin
Hello,
Informative video, but can't find 'cleanmem_log.txt' where it said it is located. Below is what I have in the log setting file:
logging_enabled=true
log_location=C:cleanmem_log.txt
;start list here on next line
chrome.exe
winword.exe
Any help would be appreciated.
Nick
Nick - Ensure that the argument =false is changed to =true.
In Vista and Win7 users may find that access is denied when trying to save the text files, so simply select Save As and save to your Desktop, then drag and drop into the CleanMem folder and replace the existing file.
Once changes have been made to the text files it is important to double click the corresponding Apply List for either 32bit or 64bit machines. If the actions are not applied they will not be executed - in Vista and Win7 right click the list to be applied and Run as administrator.
Regards
Colin
Collin,
Thanks for reply. I went through your instructions, but no joy? I changed argument from =false to =true; saved file on desktop, then dragged to CleanMem folder to replace;and double-clicked Apply List for 32bit OS.
I searched my machine for cleanmem_log.txt and it is nowhere to to be found.
Cheers
Nick
Nick - Open My Computer and then open the C Drive, locate and open the Program Files Folder.
Open CleanMem Folder, click and drag 'cleanmem_log_settings.txt' to your Desktop. Double click 'cleanmem_log_settings.txt' to open and enter settings, SaveAs to your Desktop then drag and drop into CleanMem Program Folder to replace existing file (overwrite). Double click 'Apply_Log_Settings_32bit_OS.bat' (if using Vista / Windows 7 right click and Run as administrator).
Reboot may be required for file to show in C:
Regards
Colin
Collin,
I have followed your instructions exactly, but a CleanMem log text file is not created on my c drive or anywhere on the computer.
Nick - Click here to go to PCWinTech Forums.
I have it running on XP, Vista and Win7 with no problems. Also ensure that your firewall isn't blocking the access to the file creation or any other monitoring app such as WinPatrol etc.
Regards
Colin
Thanks Colin,
I will give that a go.
Let's see what happens!
I have a huge problem but I think I better post it on PCWinTech Forums.
Well, I can say: I've been using and testing this program for 10 hours now and as you said: it works. It's keeping under control the memory consumption and usage of the programs I use, which is very good. But I still have a problem. There's something bad with Pagefile and RAM memory, it goes up and down like crazy.
Going to post it on that forum just because I'm affraid of posting it here >.<
Thanks for the app!
- Leo.
Leo - It should run ok without any problems. I have it installed on XP, Vista and Windows7 with no problems.
Regards
Colin
Leo - The PCWinTech Forum is a good place to go as they have a good team who will assist in resolving your specific problems.
Regards
Colin
Hi Colin,
Wanted to give up an update on problem getting CleanMem to generate a log file on my system (see post above) and let you know that it has been resolved.
Posted query on PCWinTech Forum and was suggested that needed to copy log setting file in system32 dir - was this mentioned in above video? I had to manually copy the file in system32 dir.
Cheers
Nick
Nick - Thanks for the information. It is something I need to cover in the near future as log settings were changed with the release of V1.5.1 and I had covered V1.5.0. Sod's Law kicked in with this one as I had covered the previous version(1.4.2) just a few days prior to 1.5.0 being released
All the best
Colin
Colin
Best product for MS windows vista 64bit. Memory usage percent has gone down drastically and my pc is fastest than ever. Thank you very much for this excellent product.
-Hemant Deshpande
Hemant - CleanMem is a great little utility that uses extremely low resources and runs when scheduled in the background. It makes a big difference to many computers by releasing unused RAM that is locked by the system.
Regards
Colin
CleanMem 1.6.0 is released. New Mini Monitor should make some people happy
RAM booster software is very good, can release large amounts of memory without interrupting our work.

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