F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Windows startup requires 30 minutes – unable to reinstall Windows.

Windows startup requires 30 minutes – unable to reinstall Windows.

Windows startup requires 30 minutes – unable to reinstall Windows.

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_ImDustin
Member
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02-19-2026, 11:24 AM
#1
My computer needs about 30 minutes to start. I need a way to preserve it. I understand the reason it's running slowly, so I'm looking for a fix. I've tested the software before—tried cloning an SSD, booting on another PC, installing fresh Windows, recreating the boot partition—but each time it still takes too long. I have important files and programs, and I don't want to lose anything. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.
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_ImDustin
02-19-2026, 11:24 AM #1

My computer needs about 30 minutes to start. I need a way to preserve it. I understand the reason it's running slowly, so I'm looking for a fix. I've tested the software before—tried cloning an SSD, booting on another PC, installing fresh Windows, recreating the boot partition—but each time it still takes too long. I have important files and programs, and I don't want to lose anything. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.

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HippoMonk
Member
186
02-19-2026, 01:16 PM
#2
well.. without an in depth look into, for a start, what software is on this thing.. there's zero chance we're gonna come to a solution here. could always just do the usual "i dont know what's wrong" fix: cmd as administrator: sfc /scannow dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth and a disk cleanup after that for good measure.
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HippoMonk
02-19-2026, 01:16 PM #2

well.. without an in depth look into, for a start, what software is on this thing.. there's zero chance we're gonna come to a solution here. could always just do the usual "i dont know what's wrong" fix: cmd as administrator: sfc /scannow dism /online /cleanup-image /restorehealth and a disk cleanup after that for good measure.

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Oliver444
Member
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02-19-2026, 08:01 PM
#3
Since you've already tested another PC, I'm assuming this problem is entirely tied to Windows and occurs after the post. Have you reviewed the Windows system logs from the boot-up process to understand what's happening? Have you attempted to start in safe mode to determine if the issue stems from the Windows installation or an external software component (or a mix of both)? Regardless, your situation clearly highlights the importance of backing up your data.
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Oliver444
02-19-2026, 08:01 PM #3

Since you've already tested another PC, I'm assuming this problem is entirely tied to Windows and occurs after the post. Have you reviewed the Windows system logs from the boot-up process to understand what's happening? Have you attempted to start in safe mode to determine if the issue stems from the Windows installation or an external software component (or a mix of both)? Regardless, your situation clearly highlights the importance of backing up your data.

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Sadrox
Junior Member
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02-19-2026, 09:40 PM
#4
Turn off most startup applications, disable them, then identify a few that could be consuming resources during boot. Also consider whether SSD or HDD is being used when starting up.
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Sadrox
02-19-2026, 09:40 PM #4

Turn off most startup applications, disable them, then identify a few that could be consuming resources during boot. Also consider whether SSD or HDD is being used when starting up.

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Boba999
Member
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02-19-2026, 09:57 PM
#5
It's an SSD and I'm loading from it. Startup programs look completely off. @FrowningHippo I didn't review system logs—how can I check? I tested safe mode but speed stayed the same. @manikyath I ran the commands, but still no change. Regarding the software: if I'm correct, it's a dentist app with an X-ray feature that links to an X-ray machine.
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Boba999
02-19-2026, 09:57 PM #5

It's an SSD and I'm loading from it. Startup programs look completely off. @FrowningHippo I didn't review system logs—how can I check? I tested safe mode but speed stayed the same. @manikyath I ran the commands, but still no change. Regarding the software: if I'm correct, it's a dentist app with an X-ray feature that links to an X-ray machine.

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AloyLP
Junior Member
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02-19-2026, 11:18 PM
#6
If safe mode didn't help, it's likely your Windows setup is damaged. It might be stuck due to a missing component. You can review the Windows Logs by using the search feature on your computer and look for system logs or right-click the Start button and choose logs. Make sure to examine the logs for any errors during startup and note how long they take.
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AloyLP
02-19-2026, 11:18 PM #6

If safe mode didn't help, it's likely your Windows setup is damaged. It might be stuck due to a missing component. You can review the Windows Logs by using the search feature on your computer and look for system logs or right-click the Start button and choose logs. Make sure to examine the logs for any errors during startup and note how long they take.

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JustSlurpy
Junior Member
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02-26-2026, 03:41 AM
#7
Yes, the event viewer helps you identify issues by displaying system events and logs.
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JustSlurpy
02-26-2026, 03:41 AM #7

Yes, the event viewer helps you identify issues by displaying system events and logs.

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JebThePleb
Posting Freak
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02-26-2026, 06:00 AM
#8
Confirmed. It seems the function isn't directly translated. You need to check the system logs in the Windows folder and apply filters for errors and critical issues.
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JebThePleb
02-26-2026, 06:00 AM #8

Confirmed. It seems the function isn't directly translated. You need to check the system logs in the Windows folder and apply filters for errors and critical issues.

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_Shakira_
Member
52
02-26-2026, 08:18 AM
#9
I tried to start up and looked into the Event Viewer. There are several errors, including DCOM with code 1084. I'm not familiar with it, but anyone have any ideas?
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_Shakira_
02-26-2026, 08:18 AM #9

I tried to start up and looked into the Event Viewer. There are several errors, including DCOM with code 1084. I'm not familiar with it, but anyone have any ideas?

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MyPreZBro
Member
131
02-26-2026, 10:38 AM
#10
DCOM issues frequently occur during initial startup and at specific timestamps when connecting to Windows. Yes, those 1084 errors typically appear immediately after boot and around expected connection points.
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MyPreZBro
02-26-2026, 10:38 AM #10

DCOM issues frequently occur during initial startup and at specific timestamps when connecting to Windows. Yes, those 1084 errors typically appear immediately after boot and around expected connection points.

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