Windows Takes Three Minutes to Reach the Desktop: Fixing Slow Boot

20 Aug 2026

You press the power button, then wait.

The manufacturer’s logo appears, the Windows 11 loading circle spins and the sign-in screen eventually arrives. After entering your PIN, the desktop remains blank or unresponsive while applications, icons and the taskbar slowly appear.

By the time the computer is usable, three minutes have passed.

A slow startup is not always caused by one obvious fault. Windows booting involves several separate stages, including:

Firmware and hardware checks
Storage and driver initialisation
Windows system services
User-profile loading
Startup applications
Security software
OneDrive and cloud synchronisation
Network connections and business policies

The first step is to identify which stage is taking the time. Disabling random services or installing a “PC optimiser” may hide the symptom temporarily while creating new reliability or security problems.

This guide explains how to measure the delay, identify its likely cause and improve Windows 11 startup safely.

Is a Three-Minute Startup Normal?

A major Windows update, firmware update or first sign-in after a software installation can occasionally make one startup take longer than usual.

A computer that regularly needs three minutes to reach a usable desktop deserves investigation—particularly when it has a modern SSD.

Microsoft identifies several common causes of poor Windows performance, including limited free storage, excessive startup applications, outdated software and hardware that no longer meets the demands placed upon it. (Microsoft Support)

The most important distinction is whether the delay occurs:

Before the Windows logo
While Windows is loading
At the sign-in screen
After entering the password or PIN
After the desktop appears

Each pattern points towards a different group of possible causes.

First: Time Each Stage of Startup

Use a phone or stopwatch and perform a proper Restart rather than shutting down and turning the computer back on.

Windows Fast Startup can make a shutdown-based startup behave differently from a restart because it saves part of the Windows system state in a hibernation file. Restarting performs a fuller Windows boot and provides a more consistent test. (Microsoft Learn)

Record these times:

Power button to manufacturer logo
Manufacturer logo to Windows sign-in screen
Sign-in to visible desktop
Visible desktop to fully usable computer

Repeat the test three times.

A useful record might look like:

Firmware stage: 8 seconds

Windows loading: 34 seconds

Sign-in to desktop: 18 seconds

Desktop to fully usable: 122 seconds

Total: 182 seconds

This shows that Windows itself is reaching the desktop reasonably quickly, but startup software is keeping the machine busy afterwards.

By contrast:

Firmware stage: 95 seconds

Windows loading: 40 seconds

Sign-in to desktop: 14 seconds

Desktop to fully usable: 20 seconds

Total: 169 seconds

points towards firmware, hardware detection, storage or a connected peripheral rather than ordinary startup applications.

What Each Slow-Boot Pattern Usually Suggests

Long delay before the manufacturer logo

Possible causes include:

Firmware performing lengthy hardware checks
A failing or slow storage device
An external USB device delaying POST
Network or PXE boot being attempted first
Memory training after a hardware or firmware change
A docking station or display problem
Incorrect BIOS or UEFI boot order
A failing motherboard or other hardware component

Windows has not started during this stage, so changing Windows startup applications is unlikely to help.

Long delay at the manufacturer or Windows logo

Possible causes include:

Storage-driver problems
A slow or failing system drive
An update completing
A device driver taking too long to initialise
Security software loading
File-system checks
Damaged Windows components
An attached device delaying driver initialisation

Sign-in screen appears quickly, but the desktop is slow

Possible causes include:

Too many startup applications
A damaged user profile
OneDrive processing a large change
Mapped network drives timing out
Business sign-in scripts
Group Policy processing
Security or monitoring agents
A slow Windows service
File Explorer or a display driver failing to initialise

Desktop appears, but the computer remains unusable

This often points towards background activity rather than the core boot process.

Check for:

Disk usage remaining at 100%
Antivirus scans
OneDrive synchronisation
Teams and browser auto-start
Application updaters
Backup agents
Search indexing
Windows Update activity
Insufficient memory
A mechanical hard disk struggling with several simultaneous tasks

Before Changing Anything

Protect the computer before beginning extensive troubleshooting.

Back up important files.
Confirm that OneDrive or another backup is genuinely current.
Record when the slow startup began.
Note any recent updates, installations or hardware changes.
Confirm that the BitLocker recovery key is accessible before firmware work.
Do not use Registry-cleaning or automatic “driver updater” tools.
Do not disable security software merely to improve a benchmark.

On a business-managed computer, contact the organisation’s IT provider before removing security, monitoring, VPN or device-management software.

Fix One: Review Startup Applications

Applications configured to run automatically can significantly affect both startup time and performance after sign-in. Windows 11 allows them to be managed through Settings or Task Manager, with Task Manager also showing an estimated startup impact. (Microsoft Support)

Press:

Ctrl + Shift + Esc

to open Task Manager.

Select:

Startup apps

Review:

Name
Publisher
Status
Startup impact

Look particularly at applications marked High impact.

Common candidates that may not need to launch immediately include:

Game launchers
Music applications
Chat clients
Printer utilities
Adobe background tools
Manufacturer promotional software
Cloud services you do not use
Application update assistants
Meeting software that can be opened manually

To disable an item:

Select the application.
Select Disable.
Restart Windows.
Measure the startup again.

Disabling a startup entry does not uninstall the application. You can still open it manually and re-enable the startup item later.

Do Not Disable Everything at Once

Change a few entries at a time.

Disabling every startup item makes it difficult to identify which one caused the delay and may remove:

Security notifications
Backup monitoring
Audio or touchpad controls
Accessibility tools
VPN software
Business management agents
Required hardware utilities

Keep notes showing what you changed.

Check Windows Startup Settings

You can also open:

Settings > Apps > Startup

This provides a simpler list of registered startup applications. Microsoft notes that some startup items may also reside within the current user’s or all users’ Startup folders. (Microsoft Support)

To inspect those folders, press Windows key + R and enter:

shell:startup

Then check the all-users folder with:

shell:common startup

Do not delete an unfamiliar shortcut before checking what it launches.

Fix Two: Identify What Is Busy After Sign-In

When the desktop appears but remains slow, open Task Manager immediately.

Check the Processes tab and sort by:

CPU
Memory
Disk
Network

Task Manager provides live information about resource use and can help identify applications consuming processor, memory, storage or network resources. (Microsoft Support)

Disk usage at 100%

A short burst of high disk activity can be normal.

Disk activity that remains at or near 100% for several minutes may involve:

A mechanical hard disk
Antivirus scanning
Windows Update
Search indexing
OneDrive
A backup application
A failing drive
Insufficient memory causing heavy paging
An application repeatedly reading or writing files

Select the Disk column to see which processes are responsible.

Do not end core Windows or security processes simply because they are busy. Record their names and investigate why they are active.

High processor use

Look for:

Application updaters
Browser processes
Security scans
Manufacturer utilities
Stuck installation services
Cloud-sync software
A process repeatedly crashing and restarting

High memory use

When most memory is already occupied at sign-in, Windows may rely heavily on its page file.

This is especially noticeable on systems with limited RAM and mechanical storage.

Closing unnecessary startup applications may help, but a workstation consistently using nearly all available memory may require additional RAM or a review of the applications being loaded.

Fix Three: Check Free Storage Space

Windows needs free storage for:

Updates
Temporary files
The page file
Application caches
User-profile operations
Search indexing
System maintenance
Hibernation
Restore and recovery functions

Open:

Settings > System > Storage

If the system-drive capacity bar is red, the device is in a low-storage state. Microsoft recommends using Storage settings, Cleanup recommendations and Storage Sense to manage disk space. (Microsoft Support)

Review:

Temporary files
Installed applications
Downloads
Recycle Bin
Old update files
Large personal folders
OneDrive Files On-Demand status

Do not delete folders directly from C:\Windows, Program Files or ProgramData to create space.

Use Storage Sense Carefully

Storage Sense can automatically remove temporary content and manage certain unused cloud files. Its behaviour can be configured under:

Settings > System > Storage > Storage Sense

Review its settings before enabling automatic deletion, particularly for Downloads and Recycle Bin content. (Microsoft Support)

Fix Four: Check the Storage Drive’s Health

A failing storage drive can cause:

Long boot times
Freezing
Failed updates
Applications taking a long time to open
File corruption
Unusual clicking on mechanical drives
Repeated disk checks
Sudden read-only behaviour

Windows can display critical warnings for supported NVMe storage devices under:

Settings > System > Storage > Advanced storage settings > Disks & volumes

Select the relevant disk and open Properties.

Microsoft specifically lists longer startup times, freezing and update difficulty among symptoms that may accompany a critical storage warning. (Microsoft Support)

If Windows reports a storage-health warning:

Back up important data immediately.
Avoid unnecessary write-intensive tests.
Do not repeatedly reset or reinstall Windows onto the same suspect drive.
Arrange a professional hardware assessment.
Replace the drive where necessary.

Not every SATA SSD or hard disk exposes complete health information through this Windows page. The computer manufacturer may provide additional diagnostics.

SSD Versus Mechanical Hard Disk

A computer still using a mechanical hard disk may take considerably longer to boot than an otherwise similar computer using an SSD.

When Task Manager shows continuous heavy disk use and the system drive is labelled as an HDD, replacing it with an SSD can deliver a much greater improvement than small software tweaks.

The old drive should be assessed and backed up before migration.

Fix Five: Install Windows and Driver Updates

Outdated or damaged drivers can delay:

Storage initialisation
Graphics startup
Network connectivity
Docking stations
Bluetooth devices
USB hardware
Security features

Open:

Settings > Windows Update

Install available updates and restart the computer.

Then check:

Settings > Windows Update > Advanced options > Optional updates

Windows 11 uses Windows Update to install many recommended hardware drivers and can offer optional driver updates separately. When Windows cannot find a suitable driver, Microsoft recommends checking the hardware manufacturer’s official support site. (Microsoft Support)

Avoid third-party driver-updater tools. They may install generic, outdated or incorrect drivers.

Check Device Manager

Right-click Start and select:

Device Manager

Look for:

Yellow warning symbols
Unknown devices
Disabled storage or network controllers
Repeated device errors

Microsoft documents Device Manager as the built-in tool for updating, reinstalling and checking the status of device drivers. (Microsoft Support)

If slow boot began immediately after a driver update, a rollback may be appropriate when the Driver tab offers that option.

Do not remove storage-controller drivers without a recovery plan. An incorrect storage-driver change can stop Windows from booting.

Fix Six: Check Firmware and Manufacturer Updates

The computer manufacturer may provide updates for:

BIOS or UEFI
SSD firmware
Chipset drivers
Thunderbolt or USB-C controllers
Docking stations
Graphics
Power management
System-management firmware

Use the official support utility or website for the exact model.

Before updating firmware:

Connect the laptop to mains power.
Save the BitLocker recovery key.
Close applications.
Do not interrupt the update.
Do not use firmware intended for a similar model.

A firmware update can fix hardware-detection or startup problems, but a failed update can make the computer unbootable.

On managed business devices, firmware may already be controlled through central policies.

Fix Seven: Disconnect External Devices

A faulty or slow peripheral can delay startup while firmware or Windows waits for it to respond.

Shut the computer down and disconnect non-essential devices, including:

USB storage
Memory-card readers
Printers
Scanners
Webcams
USB hubs
Audio interfaces
External drives
Docks
Additional monitors
Unnecessary Bluetooth receivers

Leave connected only:

Power
One monitor
Keyboard
Mouse

Restart and compare the time.

When the startup becomes normal, reconnect devices one at a time until the delay returns.

Check the Boot Order

If the computer spends a long time before Windows appears, the firmware may be attempting to boot from:

USB storage
A network server
An empty optical drive
Another internal disk
A failed drive

Check the BIOS or UEFI boot order and ensure Windows Boot Manager or the intended system drive is first.

Do not delete unfamiliar UEFI boot entries without confirming their purpose.

Fix Eight: Test Fast Startup

Fast Startup uses a hibernation-based shutdown process to reduce the time required for the next startup. Windows logs users out but saves the kernel and system session into the hibernation file. (Microsoft Learn)

It can improve startup on some systems, particularly those with slower storage.

However, a damaged hibernation file or incompatible driver can sometimes make shutdown or startup behaviour unreliable. Microsoft has documented failures involving Fast Startup and driver hibernation. (Microsoft Learn)

Compare Restart with Shutdown

Restart the computer and time it.

Then shut the computer down, wait ten seconds and turn it back on.

If one method is dramatically slower, Fast Startup or a driver interacting with it may be involved.

Turn Fast Startup Off Temporarily

Open:

Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > Power Options

Select:

Choose what the power buttons do

Then:

Select Change settings that are currently unavailable.
Clear Turn on fast startup.
Save changes.
Shut the computer down.
Start it again and compare the result.

Do not assume that Fast Startup must always be enabled or disabled. Test the behaviour on the actual computer.

If the option is missing, hibernation may be disabled. Microsoft documents powercfg.exe /hibernate on and powercfg.exe /hibernate off as the supported commands for enabling or disabling hibernation. (Microsoft Learn)

Disabling hibernation also disables hibernate-related functionality, so do not change it without understanding the effect.

Fix Nine: Perform a Clean Boot

A clean boot starts Windows with essential drivers and selected startup services, allowing third-party software conflicts to be isolated.

Microsoft distinguishes a clean boot from Safe Mode: Safe Mode provides a minimal Windows environment, while clean boot gives more control over which non-Microsoft services and startup applications are loaded. (Microsoft Support)

How to Perform a Clean Boot

Press Windows key + R, enter:

msconfig

and select OK.

Then:

Open the Services tab.
Select Hide all Microsoft services.
Select Disable all.
Open the Startup tab.
Select Open Task Manager.
Disable the enabled startup applications.
Close Task Manager.
Select OK in System Configuration.
Restart the computer.

Always select “Hide all Microsoft services” before disabling services.

Do not indiscriminately disable Microsoft services.

Interpret the Result

Boot time becomes normal

A disabled third-party service or startup application is responsible.

Re-enable half of the items and restart. Continue narrowing the list until the delay returns.

Boot remains slow

The cause is less likely to be an ordinary third-party startup conflict.

Continue checking:

Storage
Drivers
Firmware
Windows components
User profile
Hardware
Business policies

Return to Normal Startup

After testing, reopen msconfig and restore the original configuration.

Microsoft provides specific steps for returning the computer to normal startup after clean-boot troubleshooting. (Microsoft Support)

A clean boot is a diagnostic procedure, not a permanent operating mode.

Fix Ten: Compare Safe Mode

Safe Mode starts Windows with a limited set of services and drivers.

Microsoft recommends it as a way to determine whether default settings, essential drivers and services are responsible for a problem. When the issue does not occur in Safe Mode, a normal startup component is more likely to be involved. (Microsoft Support)

To enter Safe Mode:

Open Settings > System > Recovery.
Beside Advanced startup, select Restart now.
Select Troubleshoot.
Select Advanced options.
Select Startup Settings.
Select Restart.
Choose Safe Mode.

Do not use Safe Mode as a permanent workaround.

If Safe Mode loads quickly but normal Windows does not, investigate third-party drivers, services, security applications and startup programs.

Fix Eleven: Check OneDrive and Network Resources

When the desktop appears but remains busy, cloud and network services may be contributing.

OneDrive

Check the OneDrive icon near the clock.

Look for:

Processing thousands of changes
Sign-in errors
Repeated file conflicts
A full cloud-storage allowance
A library being synchronised for the first time
A folder repeatedly failing to upload

Pause syncing temporarily and restart Windows to compare the startup time.

Do not permanently disable OneDrive when it is protecting important business files. Investigate why the sync workload is unusually high.

Mapped network drives

A disconnected server, old NAS or unavailable VPN path can cause Windows or applications to wait during sign-in.

Open File Explorer and check for network drives showing a red cross or long connection delay.

Remove only mappings that are no longer required.

On a company computer, network drives may be assigned through Group Policy or a sign-in script. Removing the local mapping may not correct the underlying policy.

Business policies and scripts

Domain and Microsoft Entra-managed computers may process:

Group Policy
Drive mappings
Printer assignments
Security baselines
Certificate enrolment
Intune policies
Endpoint monitoring
Login scripts
Folder redirection

A delay affecting several employees at the same time may be caused by a server, policy, DNS or authentication problem rather than the individual PCs.

Fix Twelve: Test Another Windows User Profile

When Windows reaches the sign-in screen quickly but one user’s desktop takes several minutes, the profile may be damaged or overloaded.

Create a temporary local test account:

Settings > Accounts > Other users

Sign out and sign into the test account.

Compare:

Sign-in time
Desktop appearance
Taskbar responsiveness
Startup applications
OneDrive behaviour

If the new profile loads quickly, the original profile may contain:

Damaged settings
Excessive startup entries
Broken shell extensions
Large profile data
Failed network mappings
Application configuration problems

Do not immediately delete the original profile. Back up its files and investigate which settings or applications are responsible.

Fix Thirteen: Check for Malware

Malware, unwanted applications and cryptocurrency miners can slow startup by:

Adding startup entries
Creating scheduled tasks
Installing services
Disabling security software
Running hidden background processes
Injecting browser extensions
Communicating with remote servers

Open:

Windows Security > Virus & threat protection

Confirm that the active antivirus is healthy and current.

Run:

Quick scan
Full scan when concerns remain
Microsoft Defender Offline scan when persistent malware is suspected

Do not install several real-time antivirus products. They can conflict and increase startup time.

On a business computer, review endpoint-detection alerts and account activity as well as the local antivirus result.

Fix Fourteen: Repair Windows Components

Damaged Windows components can interfere with services, updates and sign-in.

Open Terminal or Command Prompt as administrator and run:

DISM.exe /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

Allow it to complete, then run:

sfc /scannow

Microsoft recommends running DISM before System File Checker so that the Windows component source used by SFC is in a healthy state. These tools can restore missing or damaged Windows components and protected system files. (Microsoft Support)

Restart after both commands complete.

Do not repeatedly run SFC as a general “speed-up” tool. Use it when Windows corruption or failed servicing is a realistic possibility.

Fix Fifteen: Use Windows Performance Recorder for Difficult Cases

When ordinary checks do not identify the delay, Microsoft’s Windows Performance Toolkit can capture a detailed boot trace.

Windows Performance Recorder uses Event Tracing for Windows to record system activity, while Windows Performance Analyzer presents the data in graphs and tables. (Microsoft Learn)

The toolkit is included in the Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit.

WPR includes an On/Off – Boot recording profile specifically for analysing startup. (Microsoft Learn)

A boot trace can reveal:

Drivers taking excessive time
Services delaying sign-in
Heavy disk reads
Processor bottlenecks
Application startup delays
Post-boot background activity
Device initialisation problems

These traces can contain file names, process information and other sensitive data. Microsoft advises caution when sharing WPR recordings. (Microsoft Learn)

For business systems, have an experienced technician collect and analyse the trace.

Fix Sixteen: Check Windows Event Logs

Event Viewer can help establish what happened during the slow startup.

Open Start and search for:

Event Viewer

Review:

Applications and Services Logs

> Microsoft

> Windows

> Diagnostics-Performance

> Operational

The log can contain boot-performance information and identify degraded startups.

Also review the System log for recurring errors involving:

Disk
NTFS
Storage controllers
Drivers
Services
Network adapters
Unexpected shutdowns

Do not treat every warning or error as the cause. Windows logs many events that do not materially affect startup.

Look for events that:

Occur during every slow boot
Began when the issue started
Name the same driver, service or storage device
Correlate with the measured delay

Microsoft’s advanced Windows startup troubleshooting guidance recommends reviewing relevant Application and System events when investigating boot problems. (Microsoft Learn)

Fix Seventeen: Optimise Drives Correctly

Search for:

Defragment and Optimize Drives

Windows handles different storage types appropriately:

Hard disks can be analysed and defragmented.
SSDs receive storage-appropriate optimisation rather than traditional manual defragmentation.

Microsoft recommends using the built-in Optimize Drives tool and its scheduled optimisation settings. (Microsoft Support)

Do not use aggressive third-party SSD “optimisers”.

If the tool repeatedly reports errors or cannot optimise the system drive, investigate storage health and file-system condition.

Fix Eighteen: Consider a Windows Repair Installation

When:

Hardware tests pass
Storage is healthy
Startup remains slow after a clean boot
DISM and SFC do not resolve the problem
Windows Update or system components appear damaged

Windows 11 can reinstall the current version while preserving applications, files and settings on supported systems.

Microsoft provides a Fix problems using Windows Update recovery option that reinstalls the current Windows version to repair system files and components. Availability can depend on Windows version and device-management policy. (Microsoft Support)

Open:

Settings > System > Recovery

Look for:

Fix problems using Windows Update

Back up important data first.

A repair installation should come before a complete reset when the intention is to preserve installed applications and settings.

When Resetting or Reinstalling Windows Is Not the Answer

Do not reset the PC before checking the hardware.

A clean Windows installation will not repair:

A failing SSD
A slow mechanical disk
Faulty memory
A damaged docking station
Incorrect firmware boot order
A failing motherboard
A network login script
Company policy delays

Resetting can temporarily make a failing drive appear faster because fewer files and applications are present, but the underlying fault may return.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Installing a “PC speed-up” utility

Many optimiser applications disable services, delete useful caches or create additional startup tasks of their own.

Use Windows’ built-in tools and trusted manufacturer utilities.

Disabling every service

Windows and business applications depend on background services.

Use a clean boot to isolate third-party services methodically.

Deleting Prefetch files repeatedly

Windows uses startup and application-performance data to improve loading behaviour. Clearing caches regularly can make the next startup slower.

Disabling antivirus permanently

Security software may add some startup work, but removing protection is not a safe performance strategy.

Investigate abnormal scan activity or conflicting antivirus products instead.

Updating every driver from an unknown website

Use Windows Update and the computer or component manufacturer.

Editing the Registry without a diagnosis

Random startup Registry changes can prevent sign-in or break required software.

Replacing the PC before checking the drive

An otherwise capable computer may become dramatically faster with a healthy SSD and sufficient memory.

Assuming the desktop is ready as soon as it appears

Measure until the computer can actually open applications and respond normally.

A Practical Slow-Boot Checklist

When Windows 11 takes several minutes to become usable:

Time the firmware, Windows-loading and post-sign-in stages separately.
Use Restart for consistent testing.
Repeat the test three times.
Check whether the delay followed an update or installation.
Back up important data.
Review high-impact startup applications.
Disable non-essential startup items gradually.
Check Task Manager immediately after sign-in.
Identify sustained CPU, memory, disk or network use.
Check free storage space.
Review the system drive’s health.
Install Windows updates.
Install appropriate optional and manufacturer drivers.
Check Device Manager for warnings.
Update firmware where appropriate.
Disconnect non-essential USB devices and docks.
Check the UEFI boot order.
Compare Restart with Fast Startup behaviour.
Perform a clean boot.
Compare Safe Mode.
Check OneDrive and network-drive delays.
Test a new user profile.
Scan for malware.
Run DISM and SFC when corruption is suspected.
Review Event Viewer for recurring startup faults.
Use Windows Performance Recorder for unresolved cases.
Consider a repair installation only after hardware checks.
Avoid resetting Windows onto a failing drive.

How Hamilton Group Can Help

A three-minute startup may be caused by one unwanted startup application—or it may be the first warning of a failing drive, problematic security agent, damaged user profile or wider business-network issue.

Hamilton Group’s experienced IT team can diagnose the complete startup process rather than relying on generic “speed-up” fixes.

We can help with:

Detailed Startup Analysis

We can measure:

Firmware time
Windows boot time
Sign-in processing
Startup applications
Windows services
Post-boot resource use
Network and cloud delays

Where necessary, we can capture and analyse detailed Windows Performance Recorder traces.

Storage and Hardware Diagnostics

Our engineers can test:

SSD and hard-drive health
Memory
Storage controllers
Firmware
Docking stations
USB devices
Power and thermal behaviour

If an ageing hard disk is the bottleneck, we can migrate the system safely to a suitable SSD.

Startup Application and Service Review

We can remove unnecessary software without disabling:

Antivirus protection
Backup agents
Device-management tools
Accessibility software
Essential business applications

Windows Repair

Hamilton Group can repair:

Damaged Windows components
Failed updates
Broken user profiles
Driver conflicts
File Explorer startup problems
Slow sign-in behaviour

Where a rebuild is necessary, we can protect the data and restore the computer without copying the original problem back.

Business Sign-In Problems

For managed devices, we can investigate:

Group Policy
Microsoft Intune
Microsoft Entra ID
Login scripts
Mapped drives
Printer deployment
VPN connections
OneDrive Known Folder Move
Endpoint security and monitoring agents

When several computers become slow at the same time, we can identify whether the issue originates from the devices, network, server or management policy.

Proactive Performance Monitoring

Rather than waiting until users lose several minutes every morning, we can monitor storage health, patching, device performance and recurring faults across business systems.

Hamilton Group aims to make first contact on IT support requests within 15 minutes, helping businesses obtain timely support when slow devices begin affecting productivity.

Get Your Windows 11 PC Starting Properly Again

A slow boot is not something you should simply accept.

The correct solution depends on where the delay occurs. Startup applications may be responsible after sign-in, while a delay before Windows appears is more likely to involve firmware, storage or connected hardware.

Hamilton Group can identify the real bottleneck, protect your data and implement a reliable fix without weakening security or relying on questionable optimisation software.

Call 0330 043 0069, book a meeting with one of our experts or visit hgmssp.com for experienced help fixing slow Windows 11 startup.