Windows 7 boot up issue

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I have win 7 Beta installed on my PC. The problem I am having with it is when I press the power button on my PC about 10 seconds into it, I see a blank screen with the cursor blinking for about 3 minutes before I see starting windows screen and then it will take less than another minute until I get to my desktop.

What would be causing this 3 minute pause before reaching the windows starting screen. I do not have a printer or any USB device hooked up to this PC.

There was this issue Under "other devices" there is 2 entries of "IPMI interfaces" and "PCI serial Port" with yellow ! point next to them. But I found this

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So I disabled both of them. However, I am still having the same issue with my PC. My PC is 32BIT. Any other ideas on what could be causing this issue? I appreciate your help.

thanks

Can I please get some help with this issue.

thx

 

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It seems like you are facing a delay issue with your Windows 7 Beta installation. The 3-minute pause before reaching the Windows starting screen can be caused by various factors. Here are some possible reasons and solutions to address this issue: 1. Try Safe Mode: - Boot your PC into Safe Mode to see if the issue persists. If it loads faster in Safe Mode, the problem might be related to a third-party driver or software causing the delay during the normal boot process. 2. Check Startup Programs: - Disable unnecessary startup programs that might be causing the delay. You can do this by typing "msconfig" in the Start menu, going to the Startup tab, and unchecking programs that you don't need to start with Windows. 3. Check Hard Drive Health: - A failing hard drive could also result in slow boot times. You can check the health of your hard drive using tools like "chkdsk" or third-party disk checking tools. 4. Update Drivers: - Ensure that all your drivers are up to date, especially chipset and storage drivers. Outdated drivers can sometimes cause boot delays. 5. BIOS Settings: - Check your BIOS settings to make sure they are configured correctly for your system. Incorrect settings can sometimes cause boot delays. 6. Check for Malware: - Perform a full system scan for malware and viruses. Malware can also cause system slowdowns. 7. System File Check: - Run a System File Check (SFC) to scan for and repair any corrupted system files that could be causing the delay. 8. Disable IPMI Interfaces and PCI Serial Port: - Since you already disabled the "IPMI interfaces" and "PCI serial Port" under "other devices," ensure that these changes were applied correctly and try restarting your PC. 9. Check Event Viewer: - Check the Event Viewer for any error messages or warnings that might provide more insight into what is causing the delay during boot. 10. Consider Upgrading to a Stable Version of Windows: - Windows 7 Beta is an early test version, and using a stable release version of Windows might provide a smoother experience with better support and fewer issues. By following these steps, you should be able to pinpoint the cause of the delay during boot and hopefully resolve the issue. Let me know if you need further assistance or if you encounter any specific errors while trying these solutions.