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- edited 23/08/19 - 00:18#2Start then Control Panel then Performance Information and Tools. When the Performance info and tools window opens click Advance tools in the left pane then when the Advance Tools window opens click View performance details in Event log. You can close the Advance Tools window now. The Event Viewer will open. It should by default open the Diagnostics Performance Operational log.
This log monitors both the Boot Performance and the Shutdown Performance times and any events that might result in a slowdown of operations. It'll also tell you what error level each event was rated as e.g. Warning if the slowdown was minor and Critical if the slowdown was major. Click on any log entry in the top middle pane to see the detail in the bottom pane
In the left pane you can also click the little arrow next to Windows Logs then click Application. This log keeps a note of every module that loaded at every startup from the moment you switched on the computer to the moment startup completed. If you've never looked at this log before there will be a lot of entries up to the default log maximum of 1028KB.
You'll need to narrow down the entries to find the ones you want to see, so once the log has opened, right click Application (in the left pane) and then Filter Current Log. In the window that opens click the Event level boxes Error, Critical and Warning then click OK. The log will repopulate with entries for just those 3 events and as before clicking on any entry will display the detail in the bottom pane.
Before you starting messing with the event logs you could try instead clicking Start then type rel in the Search box, and a list of options will be output the top one being View reliability history, click it. The Reliability Monitor will open and that lists major system events on a daily (and weekly) basis namely Information, Warnings and Failures. The top half is a graph and the bottom half lists any events. Click on any day to see what happened that day.
Note this is basic maintenance and you should be monitoring the events logs every couple of weeks or at least having a weekly look in Reliability Monitor. - #3You are lucky that it boots at all. See my post about 'update knackered my PC'. See if you can remove update KB4512506. Or try system restore before it was installed and then keep clear of it.
- #4They've got to get you onto 10 somehow, i finally succumbed.
- #5If its just after udates it can take windows a few reboots to settle itself in again as the updates will of caused any precached data to be obsolete and thus rebuilding it.
Also defragging can never hurt or splash out £20-30 on a SSD. - #60
- #7They've got to get you onto 10 somehow, i finally succumbed.
I don't understand people who didn't upgrade when it was still free. - #8They've got to get you onto 10 somehow, i finally succumbed.
I don't understand people who didn't upgrade when it was still free.
Some people just absolutely hate change, regardless of any benefits it could bring. In the past, the IT world generally didn't move so quickly and you certainly didn't have as many less-technical users. Unfortunately these days everything is internet connected and full of security holes that are being exploited left right and centre, meaning the attitude of just keeping everything as is doesn't really work anymore.
Then you have legitimate incompatibilities with something that users are running. Far less of an issue than it was when we had the jump from XP to 7 but still may apply to some. Thinking more along the lines of very old hardware that might have even struggled with Win7.
Lastly there will be those that just didn't know about it. Maybe because they aren't IT-savvy, don't use their computer very often, there is something wrong with it or other reasons.
Strictly speaking you can also still grab a free upgrade if you have an activated copy of Win7 or 8.1. Last one I did about a month ago. The offer is officially over but I guess Microsoft would much rather have people on the Win10 train than quibble over a few consumers getting free upgrades. - #9They've got to get you onto 10 somehow, i finally succumbed.
I don't understand people who didn't upgrade when it was still free.
Because if it ain't broke, then don't fix. - #103
- #11They've got to get you onto 10 somehow, i finally succumbed.
I don't understand people who didn't upgrade when it was still free.
Because if it ain't broke, then don't fix.
They wouldn't have bothered coding a patch if it wasn't broken. - #12It's still free.
Indeed, as is the upgrade to Linux Mint Mate:
^ There is a proper and easy to use menu at the bottom left of the screen (works very much like Windows 7's), there's no live tiles, disabling updates, Cortana or telemetry back to head office and, best of all, you'll never get infected with Windows virii, trojans, worms or ransomware. What's not to like about that? - #13It's still free.
Indeed, as is the upgrade to Linux Mint Mate:
^ There is a proper and easy to use menu at the bottom left of the screen (works very much like Windows 7's), there's no live tiles, disabling updates, Cortana or telemetry back to head office and, best of all, you'll never get infected with Windows virii, trojans, worms or ransomware. What's not to like about that?
It's Linux. You can't use the hack your mate waxes on about because pretty quickly your installation goes off the script. We are talking about people who think drivers are for buses, taxis or Uber and OS means mapping. - #14
Because some of us consider it a downgrade.I don't understand people who didn't upgrade when it was still free. - #15They've got to get you onto 10 somehow, i finally succumbed.
I don't understand people who didn't upgrade when it was still free.
Because if it ain't broke, then don't fix.
They wouldn't have bothered coding a patch if it wasn't broken.
Ah right! Like W10 never patch. So. . .er, what's the point of all those updates? - #16They've got to get you onto 10 somehow, i finally succumbed.
I don't understand people who didn't upgrade when it was still free.
Because if it ain't broke, then don't fix.
They wouldn't have bothered coding a patch if it wasn't broken.
Ah right! Like W10 never patch. So. . .er, what's the point of all those updates?
I'm not sure the point you are making but if you are running Windows 10 you can click on the title of the update and it will take you to the KB entry on the support site where it lists exactly what is addressed by that particular fix. It could be addressing security vulnerabilities, bug fixes or adding new features. - #17OP....If it WILL let you boot up ...can you run a Scan disc on it?
- #18OP....If it WILL let you boot up ...can you run a Scan disc on it?
The problem is that the general public do not understand the ins and outs of computers like some more technical users do. I have worked in numerous IT settings including schools and colleges; most people haven't got a clue what you're on about when you mention scan disk, and they think you need to defrag when you have a virus. The technically minded assume that everyone is in the same league as them and it's double dutch to the end user. - #19OP....If it WILL let you boot up ...can you run a Scan disc on it?
The problem is that the general public do not understand the ins and outs of computers like some more technical users do. I have worked in numerous IT settings including schools and colleges; most people haven't got a clue what you're on about when you mention scan disk, and they think you need to defrag when you have a virus. The technically minded assume that everyone is in the same league as them and it's double dutch to the end user.
so you are suggesting that the OP does not know about some of the basic scans that can be done on a computer to keep its running up to specs? IMHO a scan disc and a defragment are two of the simplest procedures that can be done ...all you maybe DO need to know is where to start to kick them off !! - #20dslrocks
Just ignore the tangential nonsense.
When Windows updates, the Restarts can take sometime as some updates have to be installed after a restart. That results in a lot of disc usage for sometime.
Even back in the days of Windows XP this could be 30 mins with certain updates.
There is nothing wrong, that is how it is.
There are boot logs but so complex you would be wasting your time. - #21OP....If it WILL let you boot up ...can you run a Scan disc on it?
The problem is that the general public do not understand the ins and outs of computers like some more technical users do. I have worked in numerous IT settings including schools and colleges; most people haven't got a clue what you're on about when you mention scan disk, and they think you need to defrag when you have a virus. The technically minded assume that everyone is in the same league as them and it's double dutch to the end user.
so you are suggesting that the OP does not know about some of the basic scans that can be done on a computer to keep its running up to specs? IMHO a scan disc and a defragment are two of the simplest procedures that can be done ...all you maybe DO need to know is where to start to kick them off !!
I am speaking from my own experience working in the IT support industry, there are so many people who don't know things like what a command line is etc etc.
You might consider piled up data on your system as obstinate, but Windows systems are more colossal than you ever imagined; be it, its functionalities or strains. The most critical of these issues are slow startup and shutdown issues. These halt you from signing in and accessing your computer altogether. With constant use, your system’s speed slows down and it takes more time to boot up or shut down.
Page 1 of 2 - Win7 slow boot up, Device Ide iaStor0 - posted in Windows 7: Dear all, since several weeks my PC hangs while booting or rebooting every now and then. After every single slow boot i. 10 Simple Ways to Fix Windows 7 Slow Startup and Shutdown 1. Run Disk Clean on your System. On top of everything we have mentioned above. Adjust your BIOS. BIOS stands for Basic Input/ Output System. Tweak your Startup Programs. Startup programs go with your computer hand in hand; 4. 5 things to do to speed up your PC and boot time 1 – Get Windows 8: Firstly, measure how many seconds it takes for your Windows to boot and compare to the general benchmarks below. If you have Windows 7 and it boots at around 38 seconds, that is normal; if you want faster boot up, then you need to switch to Windows 8 as the boot-up speed is about twice as fast.
Programs that are loaded as the computer starts up remain active in memory. Consequently, they are one of the main causes of a slow boot into Windows. Disabling programs you don't often use from automatically loading up each time the computer powers on can decrease boot time. How to remove TSRs and startup programs. Slow Pc Boot Up Windows 7 Pckeeper Live Professional Slow Pc Boot Up Windows 7 When your starts booting your OS, press F8 key you will have different boot options like safe mode, safe mode with networking, safe mode with command prompt only. It is a notorious criminal to slow down Windows 7. To speed up Windows 7 performance, you need to uninstall BSW on your pc. Navigate to 'Control PanelPrograms and FeaturesUninstall or change a program'.
Over time, you create a number of files on your system, along with which comes the temporary files. Further, install and uninstall third party software and thereby bring changes in its registry. You also create duplicates accidentally and even get infected with malicious programs. All these activities and others like these are the culprits to slow down your system. It takes more than required time to respond to your commands, including boot up and shutdown. Today we shall address Windows 7 slow startup and shutdown issues, so that you don’t have to wait for your gadget to respond.
10 Simple Ways to Fix Windows 7 Slow Startup and Shutdown
Here are top 10 tips to fix your windows 7 slow startup and shutdown (boot time)-
1. Run Disk Clean on your System
On top of everything we have mentioned above, Windows 7 slow startup is also a result of messed up hard drives. You should remove temporary, obsolete, junk, duplicate and similar files in order to get away with litters on your system. These files can be delete once they are detected. Further, you can either manually find such files or trust an authentic tool like Disk Analyzer Pro to analyze your disk. It will work as a rescuer for you, since it analyzes your disk quickly and accurately. Download tool below to run disk cleaner.
Once downloaded and installed, Disk Analyzer Pro scans a disk, analyze it content and present it in different summaries. You can look up to the data from these summaries and delete them subsequently.
Click on Start menu> search Device Manager> a list of hardware will appear> right click on the hardware that you don’t use> Disable.
2. Adjust your BIOS
BIOS stands for Basic Input/ Output System. BIOS is a set of instructions in firmware of your computer that controls input and output of your system. BIOS is an integral part of your computer and takes control of and manages your operating system and other devices attached to it, such as hard disk, keyboard, mouse, etc. When you start your system, BIOS examines every part of your computer so as to check that they are operational.
When you boot up your system, BIOS is set up to streamline operations on your computer. However, once you have boot up your system, you can disable them. This can be done by holding DEL key (or any key that your BIOS tells you to enter setup) when your turn on your PC and turn on the “Quick Boot” option. After this, you should place your hard disk to the top of the boot priority list. This will turn off tests that your computer undertakes while booting up and help you fix Windows 7 slow startup issue.
3. Tweak your Startup Programs
Startup programs go with your computer hand in hand; when you turn it on until you shut it down. Many a times, most of these programs are absolute clutter on your system. They consume all the speed of your computer that can be used otherwise. You can disable them from running as soon as you turn on your computer.
Open Start menu> type msconfig and press enter> Startup> Select programs> Disable.
Also Read: How to Recover Permanently Deleted Files in Windows 7
4. Disable Windows Services:
Your Windows system also has services, a type of computer program that runs in background. You can alternatively disable them and speed up your Windows 7 startup. This will ensure that your service will run but not at the time of startup.
Open Start menu> type msconfig and press enter> Services> Select services> Disable.
5. Change your Boot Menu’s Timeout Values
Your Windows also has a boot up time that it takes in order to get started. You can change this boot time and ensure that your system starts up in lesser time.
Open Start menu> type msconfig and press enter> Boot> Change Timeout Value> OK.
Windows 7 Slow Boot After Update
6. Streamline your Registry
Windows registry entries are changed with installation and uninstallation of programs, settings and configurations adjustment and every other task performed on your computer. Windows registry are the database of settings and configuration of the computer. More often than not, your system has outdated and wrong registry, which creates clutter in its operations. You can modify or delete any registry manually.
Press Windows and ‘r’ key together> type ‘regedit’> click on Yes> open the treemap and check every registry> right click on folder to delete it or right click on the registry to modify it. However, any wrong edit in registry can also harm your operating system and its functionalities. You can avoid this menace by opting a reliable software like RegClean Pro, which can streamline your registry safely.
Laptop Slow Boot Up Windows 7
7. Delete Unnecessary Fonts
With Micrsoft being kind enough or may be brutal enough, they have loaded innumerable fonts at startup which never fail to slow down its boot time. Windows 7 has around 200 fonts at startup other than the ones on Microsoft Office. Not all of these fonts are ever used and hence lay over as nothing but being litter on the startup.
Go to Start menu> search Fonts> right click on the font> Hide.
8. Install Solid State Drive
SSD or Solid State Drive can be a savior for you. Installing a solid state drive with a sound read time can considerably reduce boot time of your system. You can take a technicians help to do this or if you know it well, you too can do it. However, any wrongdoing can ruin your operating system. So mount your SSD well and address Windows 7 slow startup issue well.
9. Defrag your Disk
Without your being aware, your disk can frag. Fragment is state of hard drive when its content is spread all over on its spinning platters, instead of being together. For example, one part of a file is save at one platter and another is saved at a distance on another platter. This significantly reduces your system’s speed and its startup time. You can manually fix this issue with a few simple clicks.
Click on Start> Control Panel and enter> System & Security> Administrative tools> Defragment your Hard Drive> Analyze Disk.
Also Read: 10 Best Disk Defrag Software for Windows In 2019
10. Disable Unused Hardware
Every time you launch your system, it loads a lot of drives, which aren’t used most of the times. You can disable them and ensure a speedy startup and shutdown.
Win 7 Slow Start Up
With these 10 tips, you can streamline things on your system that cause slow startup and shutdown. You can also format your system, which help you remove all sort of redundancy on your system.