Performance Issue When Desktop Composition Redirection and Aero is Enabled
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Description
Performance issues are noticed when desktop composition redirection and Aero is enabled.
Environment
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Resolution
This is known Microsoft issue where DWM spikes. This process is used for Aero. Citrix recommends that DWM service be disabled. Also desktop wallpaper policy, animation policy, view image content while dragging etc.are recommended to be disabled for better performance. These policies tend to use more resources and will slow the performance.
Issue/Introduction
Performance issues are noticed when desktop composition redirection and Aero is enabled.
Additional Information
Instead of using composition redirection policy, you can try the legacy mode policy. For more information, refer to the following blog - A graphical deep dive into XenDesktop 7.
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