UNLODCTR command in Windows

The Windows unlodctr command is used to remove the performance counter names and explain text for a particular service or driver. This command helps in cleaning up unnecessary or corrupted performance counter information on the system.

UNLODCTR Syntax:

unlodctr [service_ini_file]

Windows UNLODCTR Options:

Option	Description

UNLODCTR Parameters:

Parameter	Description
service_ini_file	Specifies the .ini file containing the counters

Caution

Exercise caution when using this command as it permanently removes the counters specified in the service_ini_file from the system. Make sure you understand the implications before proceeding.

How to use UNLODCTR command:

Unload a Performance Counter from the system

unlodctr ExampleCounter

Removes the specified performance counter from the system.

Restore all Performance Counters to their original state

unlodctr *

Restores all performance counters to their original state and removes all custom changes.

Unload multiple Performance Counters

unlodctr Counter1 Counter2

Unloads multiple specified performance counters from the system.

Unload counters using a wildcard pattern

unlodctr "Counter*"

Removes performance counters that match the specified wildcard pattern.

Unload a specific set of counters

unlodctr -m Counter1 "Counter 2"

Unloads the specified counters from the system and removes them from the registry.

Unload counters for a specific language

unlodctr /u:CounterName

Unloads the specified performance counter for the default language.

Unload counters for a specific computer

unlodctr /r:CounterName

Removes the specified performance counter from the remote computer.

Suppress confirmation prompt

unlodctr -q CounterName

Unloads the specified performance counter without showing a confirmation prompt.

Tip

When using the unlodctr command in Windows, make sure to run the command prompt as an administrator to avoid any permission issues.

How do I use unlodctr in Windows?

To use the unlodctr command in Windows, execute the following command:

unlodctr --backup MyService

What is the purpose of the unlodctr command?

The unlodctr command is used to remove the counters of a service or driver from the Windows registry.

How can I unload performance counters using unlodctr?

To unload performance counters using unlodctr, you can specify the service or driver name as shown in the following command:

unlodctr MyService

Can unlodctr be used to backup performance counter settings?

Yes, you can backup performance counter settings using the unlodctr command. Here is an example of how to back up the settings:

unlodctr --backup MyService

How do I remove the performance counter settings backup with unlodctr?

To remove the performance counter settings backup using unlodctr, you can use the following command:

unlodctr --backup MyService --remove

Is it possible to restore performance counter settings with unlodctr?

Yes, you can restore performance counter settings using the unlodctr command. Here is an example of how to restore the settings:

unlodctr --restore MyService

How can I list the performance counters loaded in Windows using unlodctr?

To list the performance counters loaded in Windows using unlodctr, you can execute the following command:

unlodctr --list

What happens if I try to unload performance counters that are not loaded?

If you try to unload performance counters that are not currently loaded, you will receive an error message indicating that the specified service or driver is not found.

Can I use the unlodctr command to troubleshoot performance counter issues in Windows?

Yes, the unlodctr command can be helpful in troubleshooting performance counter issues by removing and reloading specific counters as needed.

Applications of the UNLODCTR Command

• Unloads the counters used by the specified service or application
• Removes the counter names and explain text for the specified service or application from the Windows registry