First tests show that the computer can only start Windows 8 in safe mode. Any other attempts result in some failure followed by an automatic restart. Pressing the power button during restart speeds up the "cycle of no hope". The safe mode offers an automatic startup repair, but results in the "could not repair" message. Fortunately, disk checks indicate that the data is well.
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| How to Fix Slow Boot Issues in Windows 10 |
All attempts to repair the Windows Boot Manager and / or the Master Boot Record (MBR) fail, either due to insufficient authorization, non-existance of tools recommended on the Microsoft community pages, or by inflicting new problems.
How to Fix Windows 10 Slow Boot
Software issues that cause Windows 10 to start slow are rather diverse. System errors, excessive applications, outdated drivers, low virtual memory, or startup settings can affect the speed of PC load.
Here, we’re breaking down the steps for fixing all of those issues. It’s also a good practice to look into the minor problems before jumping to more complicated stuff like resetting the entire system.
Upgrade to an SSD (or New PC)
Running Windows from a hard disk drive (HDD) will result in slow performance everywhere. HDDs are great for storing lots of data for a low cost, but are too slow to use as your main OS disk these days.
If your computer is old enough to lack an SSD, it's time to upgrade to a modern machine. In the meantime, if it's possible on your machine, you could upgrade to an SSD, which will improve Windows' performance considerably. This does incur an additional cost that's probably better spent on a new system, but an SSD is a major upgrade you'll appreciate either way.
Clean up your disk space
Another factor that can affect your startup time is the amount of free disk space that you have on your computer. If your disk is almost full, it can slow down your system and make it harder to load files and programs. To free up some disk space, you can use the Disk Cleanup tool that comes with Windows 10. To access it, go to File Explorer and right-click on the drive that you want to clean up. Then, click on Properties and then on Disk Cleanup. You can then select the files that you want to delete, such as temporary files, recycle bin, downloads, and so on. Click on OK and then on Delete files to confirm. You can also use the Clean up system files option to remove more files, such as old Windows installations, previous updates, and so on.
Delete temporary files
For more information how to delete temporary files, read this guide.
Large volumes of temporary files (stored in the specific %temp% folder on Windows) may slow down your computer, including the booting process.
To delete the temporary files on your computer, follow these steps:
- Start your computer
- Click Start
- Click Run
- Type:
%temp%
- Press Enter or click OK
- Go to Folder Options (Tools > Folder Options for Windows XP; Organize or Tools > Folder Options for Windows Vista or 7)
- Go to View
- At the Hidden files and folders section, check the Show hidden files, folders, or drive checkbox
- Click OK
- Select all files and folders from the Temporary folder
- Right-click and click Delete
- Click Yes to confirm the deletion of these files and folders
Restore or reinstall
Windows. If none of the above works, then you may need to revert to a System Restore point or reinstall Windows altogether. Either will likely fix any startup problems you have.
Update Graphics Drivers
Having outdated drivers can cause system errors and affect your PC functioning. If the issue is associated with your graphics card, you may even witness Windows 10 slow boot coupled with a black screen. Old graphic drivers can also affect gaming experience, that you see your computer freezes when playing games.
Before you go looking for hardware issues, it’s worth checking whether your graphics card drivers are outdated.
Here’s what you should do:
- Right-click on the Start button and select Device Manager.
- Next, unfold the Display adapters line – you will see the type of graphics card installed on your PC.
- Right-click on the line and choose Update driver from the drop-down menu.
Why Does Windows 10 Slow Boot After Update
- Malware or spyware
- Windows startup programs
- Fragmented files
- Corrupted system files
- Incompatibility between your current drivers and the Windows 10 update
- Incorrect configuration in BIOS