slow boot up and wake up .

[NautilusU616]

Computer used t0 start up faster and wake up too.  What settings can I look into to see if I can change some things to get things going?

[Jerry_57 · Accepted solution]

Hi @NautilusU616,

Welcome to the HP Support Community.

Thank you for posting your query. I will be glad to help you.

I understand that experiencing slow boot-up and wake-up times on your computer can be frustrating. Here are several steps and settings you can look into to potentially enhance your computer's performance:
 

1. Review Startup Programs

• Access Startup Manager: Type msconfig in the Windows search bar and press Enter.
   
• Startup Tab: Navigate to the startup tab and disable unnecessary startup programs. High-impact programs can significantly slow down your boot time.

2. Uninstall Unnecessary Programs

• Control Panel: Open the Control Panel and go to "Programs" > "Programs and Features."
   
• Uninstall: Remove applications that you no longer use. They might be consuming background resources even when not in use.

3. Adjust Visual Effects

• System Properties: Right-click Computer on your desktop or in File Explorer and select Properties.
   
• Advanced System Settings: Select Advanced system settings > Performance section > Settings.
   
• Adjust for Best Performance: Choose the option to adjust for best performance to disable animations and other effects that consume system resources.

4. Clean Temporary Files

• Disk Cleanup: Click Start, type Disk Cleanup, and select it from the results. This will remove unnecessary temporary files, freeing up system resources.

5. Check for Malware

• Virus Scan: Run a comprehensive virus scan using your installed antivirus software to ensure that malware isn’t causing the slowdown.

6. Check for Hardware Issues

• Check RAM: Ensure you have sufficient RAM for your usage. Insufficient RAM can cause slow performance.
   
• Hard Drive Health: If you are using an HDD, consider upgrading to an SSD for faster data access and boot times.

7. Disable Fast Startup

• Control Panel: Navigate to "Control Panel" > "Hardware and Sound" > "Power Options."
   
• Choose What the Power Buttons Do: Click "Choose what the power buttons do" and modify the settings under "Shutdown settings" to disable fast startup if needed.

8. Update Drivers and Windows

• Device Manager: Check for updates to your system’s drivers.
   
• Windows Update: Ensure that your Windows version is up-to-date by accessing Windows Update through the settings.
   

I hope this will help.

 

Take care and have a good day.

Jerry_57
HP Support