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title: Configuring the Application Pool Recycling Schedule
slug: neurons-for-itsm/on-premises-help/enu/2026/configuring-the-application-pool-recycling-schedule
createdAt: 2026-07-14T19:55:52.499Z
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We recommend that you schedule the application pool recycling to occur at a specific time rather than at an interval. Setting a specific time lets you schedule the recycling for off-peak times when performance is least likely to be impacted.

To configure the application pool recycling schedule, do the following:

1. Open the **Computer Management** panel by going to **Start > Control Panel > Administrative Tools > Computer Management**.
2. In the **Computer Management** panel, double-click **Services and Applications** and double-click **Internet Information Services (IIS)**.
3. In the **Connections** panel, double-click Application Server and double-click **Application Pools**.
4. In the list of application pools, highlight an application pool and click **Recycling...** located in the **Edit Application Pool** area.

*Configuring the Application Pool Recycling Schedule*

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5. In the **Recycling Conditions** dialog box, check **Specific time(s)** and specify an off-hours time for the recycling to occur.
6. Repeat step 4 and step 5 to specify recycling schedules for the other application pools.