Learn the steps to speed up Windows 7 startup. Always review instructions carefully before sharing.
Learn the steps to speed up Windows 7 startup. Always review instructions carefully before sharing.
I have already played with MSConfig for a while (decreased the timeout to 10 seconds) and got it a little faster. Don't suggest this unless you actually have to for my case. I've gotten my Dell's boot time lower, but there still seems to be a bit of time when the Windows logo thing is "maximizing" on the screen where it. Does. Absolutely. NOTHING. I was wondering if there was a way to make it actually try and load during this, or if I have to deal with it.
In msconfig, turn off GUI boot to possibly speed up the boot process by about half a second. Also set "No GUI Boot" under Advanced Options in the same tab, and make sure all four cores and RAM are enabled for better performance.
After finishing the installation and updates, I’ll run a defrag and test the speed from the start screen to login. Then I’ll enter my password to measure the time it takes. I can do this, but I’m not always available, and I turn off the power strip because DTE is slow.
Do you require a password? I once had one locked in place, but I didn’t actually need it. It speeds things up because you don’t have to type it—just press the power button and you’re all set to go, whether you’re grabbing a drink or just need a quick break.