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The 'getting ready' tag on WindowsForum.com covers user discussions about Windows systems that become stuck on the 'Getting Windows ready' screen during startup or update processes. Common issues include the system failing to progress past this screen after a reboot, update installation, or shutdown. Users report troubleshooting steps such as hard shutdowns, disconnecting the battery, and using function keys like F12 for boot options, though these often fail to resolve the problem. The tag focuses on Windows 7 and later versions, with threads seeking solutions for persistent startup freezes.
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    Windows 7 Dell XPS windows getting ready

    My computer runs windows 7. Keeps staying on Windows getting ready. I have tried hard shut downs, disconnected the battery, all the function keys. The only thing that has an effect is F12 but when I select reboot it goes right back to windows getting ready. F2 just shows info that can't take...
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    • battery disconnect boot issues computer issues dell error message function keys getting ready keyboard reboot reinstall windows safe mode shutdown system restore tech support thumb drive troubleshooting windows 7 windows installation xps
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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