Add a timestamp before startup. Restarting resolves the issue until the next power cycle.
Add a timestamp before startup. Restarting resolves the issue until the next power cycle.
The issue seems related to the system not recognizing the boot process after shutdown. Turning off and on the PC briefly may reset certain settings or clear temporary errors. Using diagnostic tools like Windows Troubleshooter or checking hardware connections could help. If the problem persists, a clean reinstall of the OS might be necessary. SSD or motherboard issues are less likely unless you notice other symptoms.
The complete system specifications are often overlooked when troubleshooting. The issue might stem from missing boot devices, and the motherboard failing to locate the SSD. Adjusting the boot sequence or verifying the correct boot mode in the BIOS (especially UEFI for recent hardware) could resolve the problem.
The system resets itself after being powered off and restarted, returning to the same state each time. This could be due to unstable power delivery or firmware issues. Checking the PSU for proper voltage regulation and ensuring all components are securely connected might help resolve the problem.
Suggest avoiding Fast Startup in Windows. It appears the system struggles to retrieve cached session data from storage, leading to a full shutdown and cold boot resolving the issue. You can adjust this via Control Panel → Hardware and Sound → Power Options → System Settings. Are you experiencing delays? For example, 5 seconds, 10 seconds, or an hour? Because loading data from disk is slow, shutting down abruptly before it finishes might actually be the cause of the failure.
Windows restart doesn't always completely power off the system, so a forced restart follows a separate process to bring it back online.
Reinstalling chipset drivers might resolve the issue. This happened following a Windows update? Uninstalling those updates could also help. If corruption is suspected, running admin mode and executing sfc /scannow may work. Fastboot/hibernation on desktops is problematic due to instability and can cause installation failures. Personally, I turn off features related to power saving, hibernation, and fastboot.