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August 4th, 2025 16:10

Super slow boot before Windows launch

Inspiron 7580

The Dell logo comes up and just sits there for upto 4 minutes.

then the little moving circle shows up below the Dell logo for about a minute and then the machine boots Windows.

just started about 2 months ago

Have run all the test and diagnosis programs I could find.  but everything looks good

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August 5th, 2025 07:40

Slow Boot Issues in Windows

If your Windows computer is experiencing slow boot times, consider the following steps to improve the situation:

Check Startup Programs
  1. Open Task Manager: Right-click on the Taskbar and select Task Manager.
  2. Manage Startup Programs: Go to the Startup tab, review the list of programs, and disable any unnecessary applications by right-clicking and selecting Disable.
Manage Startup Services
  1. Open System Configuration: Press Windows key + R, type msconfig, and press Enter.
  2. Disable Unnecessary Services: Go to the Services tab, check Hide all Microsoft services, and disable any services that are not essential.
Perform a Clean Boot
  1. Open System Configuration: Press Windows key + R, type msconfig, and press Enter.
  2. Disable Non-Microsoft Services: In the Services tab, check Hide all Microsoft services and click Disable all.
  3. Manage Startup Programs: Click on the Startup tab, then click Open Task Manager. Disable any startup programs that may be causing issues.
  4. Restart Your Computer: Close Task Manager and click OK in the System Configuration window, then restart your system.
Additional Tips
  • Update Drivers and BIOS: Keeping your drivers and BIOS updated can enhance performance and compatibility.
  • Free Up Disk Space: Use tools like SupportAssist to optimize your system and free up hard drive space.
  • Regularly Restart Your Computer: A simple restart can refresh system resources and improve boot times.

Implementing these steps can help reduce boot times and improve overall system performance.

To receive assistance from Dell chat support, they need to verify the warranty status and ownership. Then you must troubleshoot with them.  Click the "Get Help Now" icon on the right to start a live chat session. If already out of warranty, click here for the Dell out of warranty offering.

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