Performance issues are more significant than anticipated.
Performance issues are more significant than anticipated.
PC specifications are listed. The motherboard, CPU, cooler, RAM, GPU, storage, power supply, and system behavior are all noted. Boot time is around 1 minute 30 seconds, which is typical for this configuration. The BIOS display appears normally, with no unexpected splash or errors. Performance feels strong compared to similar builds, and no overclocking or driver issues are present. It seems everything is functioning as expected.
The first thing visible on my screen is the Windows login; nothing else appears before that. When connected to the GPU, accessing the BIOS becomes impossible unless a direct HDMI connection is made. I activated Memory Context Restore in BIOS, but it reduced the boot time from 1 minute 30 seconds down to 30 seconds—still longer than expected for the system specs.
The system now automatically updates itself unless you disable this option and the machine is powered off during the update. Once it comes back online, it will resume the download and setup. Occasional issues may appear again, but a single occurrence usually resolves. Adjusting your power settings can help ensure the computer wakes up properly.
It could result from Windows updating itself. Certain updates require completing all necessary tasks for the system to acknowledge them. If the download was halted, it will resume once the computer restarts or wakes up. A single occurrence usually isn't a big issue—just normal. But if it repeats the next day, investigate further to identify the cause.
Every time, right? Alright, open the Control Panel and find Startup. Right-click it and it should appear. You'll notice many programs that developers believe should start automatically instead of letting you click manually. These include things like Microsoft Office and games you play. Usually, once installed, they shouldn't need to be available right after booting. Begin with these and restart to check if it helps. Some downloads also install unwanted apps without your permission, and many try to hide them—you can disable them and remove them if needed.
It seems the problem lies with the BIOS, as all boot time occurs before Windows loads. You probably don't need to change Windows settings. The BIOS has features like memory training and quick boot that might help. If you've modified any of these settings, consider resetting the BIOS to its default state and ensuring DOCP is disabled.