Why has my boot time doubled?
Why has my boot time doubled?
Are you running tests with Shutdown or Restart enabled by default? Windows 10 and Windows 11 hibernate the kernel when you click Shutdown, which speeds up later starts compared to a Restart. Do you have any extra drives connected, such as USB hard drives? Have you added any drivers or software that needs them, like RGB lighting?
Second command was blocked since you likely weren't using an elevated prompt. Still, if the first one passed, the second should too. This eliminates old drives as a cause for the slow start. I needed this data to check if the drive was reallocating sectors or struggling with wear leveling due to age, which can cause noticeable slowdowns. This would trigger a warning from Windows when SMART info was read.
Yes, the only modifications occurred during the last test at 30 seconds.
It seems like you might be overlooking a detail. Let's make sure we're on the same page.
The issue may stem from a reset in the UEFI settings. Determine which stage of booting is slow—whether it's when Windows loads or during the UEFI POST phase. Typically, you'll see a static logo or command-line text instead of the usual animation. Follow steps 4 through 8 in the House Keeping section to verify everything is current. After completing, share the PowerShell output from your original post and include a screenshot of Disk Management in it. Insert a Spoiler Box before adding the code block.
The Roccat software fails to boot upon startup, and I had it installed some time ago. I tried adjusting the power supply and replacing the SSD. It displays a blank screen, shows a loading symbol briefly, then clears again until the login page appears. I’ll proceed with that now, thank you.