Windows starts lagging at the spinning icons...Need assistance!
Windows starts lagging at the spinning icons...Need assistance!
Hey there! Your setup seems to be causing some freezing issues during Windows 11 installation. It looks like the ASRock logo appears intermittently, but the system freezes consistently. You've already verified compatibility and updated BIOS, tried different storage options, and even used a USB stick for testing. No changes have resolved the problem. I understand your patience, but it’s been a long process. If you’re open to ideas, could you share more details about your BIOS version or any recent changes? Your willingness to help is appreciated!
P.S. I’ve attached some BIOS screenshots for reference.
Several parts aren't compatible with Windows 11. I'm checking if any of your devices are affected. Mainly CPUs, but if yours work, it could be a mix of CPU and RAM speed or something else. I'm learning Linux because using Windows 10 64 is no longer an option for me. Microsoft's approach feels too aggressive and rigid. You can see this in my profile photo. Updated July 3, 2022 by An0maly_76 Added more details
You claim to have four RAM modules, yet the BIOS only recognizes one. That’s a major warning sign. Also, could you clarify how you’re building the USB installer? (software used and operating system). Finally, should the USB device appear first during startup while you attempt to install Windows?
I should have noted this earlier. I attempted it using all sticks, but saw a suggestion online to try with just one that I was sure was working. At the time, the photo showed only a single stick installed. I used the Windows Media Creation Tool to generate an ISO and then converted my SSD into a bootable USB drive with WinToUSB. I also tried the standard method of creating a USB installation flash drive through the tool. All versions came from my main PC, which runs Windows 11—though that’s what you might be thinking of. The type of USB doesn’t matter; both worked equally well and produced the same results.
It seems the device should fit in A1 or A2 depending on your motherboard. (Sorry if that's the right slot.) Connect the installer to your Win11 PC, then locate "create and format hard disk partitions" in the bottom left corner. In the disk management tool, identify the USB drive (Disk 1, Disk 2), right-click and select "Properties," then choose "Volumes." Under partition style, you'll see details about the setup. For better results, consider using Rufus if the built-in tool encounters problems.