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"After an update, my Lenovo computer takes a long time to boot up. And it is really annoying and affects my work. Is there anything I can do to solve this Windows 10 startup very slow after update?"
As for Windows 10 boot/startup slowly after updates issue on Lenovo computer, you can refer to the following methods one by one to solve the issue:
Not every Windows 10 update is perfect. It is better to update Windows 10 manually when needed. Therefore, you can go to turn off Windows 10 automatic update.
Step 1. Press the Windows logo + R button together to get the Run prompt. Then you can enter gpedit.msc and click OK.
Step 2. Access Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Windows Update.
Step 3. Find and click Configure Automatic Updates.
Step 4: After that, you will find three options for the Automatic Updates. You will get the Disabled option on the left panel. In the end, click the OK button.
Method 2: Disable Unnecessary Startup Programs
One reason that the Windows 10 starts slowly is that too many programs boot automatically in the background when you open the computer. You can disable the unnecessary programs to improve the boot time.
On option for you to reduce the startup programs is to use Task Manager. You can open Task Manager and click Startup on the toolbar. Then you can see all the automatically startup programs. With a right-click on the program you want to turn off, you can get the disable option and click it. Then the program will not slow down the Windows startup.
Alternatively, you can also disable the startup programs using iSunshare System Genius. The advantage of using this third-party tool is that it provides an easier way to speed up Windows boot. Also, you can one click to remove all junk files from the computer to get free disk space.
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Step 1: Install and run iSunshare System Genius. Select Startup on the left menu.
Step 2: Click the Disable start button on your unnecessary programs. Then you can close the software. The job is done, how easy it is!
Method 3: Make a Defragment for Your Lenovo Computer
Why we need to make a defragment? It can help to eliminate fragmentation on computer so that speed up the computer.
Step 1. Enter defrag in Windows search bar and then click "Defragment and Optimize Drives" from the result.
Step 2. Choose the drive and then click the Optimize button. After minutes, the defragment is finished.
Method 4: Update Graphic Driver on Lenovo
If your Windows 10 computer boot up slowly, it may cause by the incompatibility between the latest Windows update and your Lenovo computer drive. So, you can try to update the graphic drive on your computer.
Step 1. On your Windows 10 computer, you can right click This PC and choose Manage option.
Step 2. Choose Device Manager > Display adapters. Then click the arrow to expand Display adapter. You can get the graphic card driver.
Step 3. Right click on the graphic drive and select the Update driver option.
Method 5: Disable Fast Startup (Often Counterintuitive Fix)
Although designed for faster boots, Fast Startup can cause delays on Lenovo laptops.
Step 1:Open Control Panel > Power Options and then click Choose what power buttons do on the sidebar.
Step 2: Click Change settings that are currently unavailable.
Step 3: Uncheck Turn on fast startup, click Save change.
Step 4: Reboot and test if boot time improves.
Method 6: Update BIOS & Check Boot Order
Incorrect BIOS settings add startup delays. It is said updating or resetting BIOS solves logo-screen delays. You can enter BIOS to make sure your boot drive is first, and disable unnecessary boot devices. After that, set BIOS to defaults. At last, save the change and reboot.
FAQs on Lenovo Slow Boot
Q1: Why does disabling Fast Startup help?
Fast Startup uses a hybrid hibernation file, and with Lenovo's drivers or BIOS, the system may hang while loading cached data. Disabling these forces a full, clean boot.
Q2: Will updating or rolling back GPU drivers fix slow startup?
Yes—driver mismatches between updates and GPUs often introduce startup delays. Reverting to a stable version is often effective.
Q3: Why is my Lenovo laptop so slow to startup?
If your Lenovo laptop takes a long time to start, several common culprits—from Windows services and drivers to BIOS settings—can cause delays. You can try the mentioned methods in this article to solve the slow startup in Lenovo computer.
Conclusions
By applying this step-by-step guide—especially disabling Fast Startup and trimming startups and services—you can restore speedy startup on your Lenovo after a Windows update.
