Inspiron 8100 loading XP way too slow

Question

Hi, I have an Inspiron 8100 1.2Ghz from Dell and I'm wondering why it takes so long to load up Windows XP. Usually it takes like 1 minute to load up. Now it takes about 10 to 20 minutes to load. Any suggestions? I would like a very in depth explanation and steps if possible. Thanks in advance.

ejn63 · Answer

First suspect would be a failing hard drive, given the age of the system.

Boot the Dell Drivers and Utilities CD and run an extended drive test.

Next cause could be malware:

Is Windows updated with all current critical updates?

Do you have current, real-time antivirus and firewall protection?

Have you scanned for and removed all spyware?

If the answer to any of the above is no, it's past time for a thorough security sweep of the system.

LionheartLeon · Answer

I just rebuilt it so I dont think theres any problem with those. Would updating to SP2 help fix this? I can;t find the CD that came with it.

Ed C · Answer

No installing SP2 will not fix whatever problem you have. Did you load the chipset drivers? Just what makes you think you're NOT infected with something? It has been a fact for some time now that any PC connected to the internet can become infected within 5 minutes of going online IF you don't have the proper protection.

LionheartLeon · Answer

I have just rebuilt it. Nothing else. No connection to the internet. All drivers are up to date. Everything ran fine before but now it's slow while loading and I want to fix the problem. Message Edited by LionheartLeon on 01-11-2006 07:22 PM

speedstep · Answer

Is it set to compatable mode in bios? That would tend to make it really slow.

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