Installing the Windows Disk Cleanup onto My Computer

The Disk Cleanup removes unnecessary files from your Windows computer's hard drive to make room for software updates and the patches. The Disk Cleanup does not remove your saved files only temporary internet files, temporary Windows files, old update source files, and associated log files. Your saved files, programs, and settings will not be disturbed.

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Kace Self-Service Portal
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Staff
  1. Go to KACE Self-Service Portal and enter:
    • Login: NetID
    • Password: NetID password
    • Organization: Client Support
  2. On the KACE homepage, click Downloads:
  3. Click Windows Disk Cleanup to download and install the application.
    Screenshot of the KACE downloads screen with the Windows 10 Disk Cleanup Tool Selected.

  4. On the next screen, if you own more than 1 Stony Brook device, you'll need to select the Device to install software on: 

    Screenshot of the KACE device selection screen where you select which device to install the software on.

    See Finding the Name of your Windows Computer to select the correct device to install software on.

  5. Click the Install button when ready.
  6. An orange screen will appear to confirm that you want to deploy the application.  Click OK.
    Screenshot of the Stony Brook University Desktop Alert panel where you click Okay to continue with the installation
  7.  A couple of screens may appear and then disappear.  This is the application working and finishing.  You do not need to do anything else.
This Content Last Updated:
04/08/2026

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This KB Article References:
Kace Self-Service Portal
This Information is Intended for:
Staff
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This Content Last Updated:
04/08/2026