OK I did a clean OS install and just the basic items to get AH up and running. That got me down to 22 processes.
It did help but I do not believe it will be satisfactory from a FR standpoint... I still get dips down into the 30's in some standard situations even with shadows off.
So the question is what is the next step....OC CPU? Get a new video card....there seems to be some debate on what would be the best move.
For those that asked I am including some screens of my current settings for the video card in game and out.
Additionally someone asked about my soundcard.....I have a built in sound card I am using...think it is a Realtek....however in the clean install the first go round the drivers did not install properly so I just used my usb headset instead.
PS is 600 w
I have an aftermarket CPU Cooler with two 120mm fans.
Thanks again for all the input.
If I left anything out please ask and I will provide it.
Foz