Optimizing Windows 7 & 8 for Pro Tools

I couldn't find these tips in the forum so here:
From 'Windows Guide - Windows 7 Optimizations and Troubleshooting. '
http://ift.tt/1HmtdhI
AND
From: 'Windows Guide - Windows 8 Optimizations and Troubleshooting. '
http://ift.tt/1HmtdhL

Optimizing Windows 7 & 8 for Pro Tools