Computer not easy to start

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Have installed Fences Version 3.09.11 on windows 10 (Oct 2018 update). All works well and enjoy the clutter free desktop.

However I have trouble starting the computer each morning - this morning it took 10 goes at starting (killing power and them rebooting, the keyboard comes alive but both screens do not)

When It does eventually start all icons are shown randomly for a few seconds then Fences kicks in and and all is right for the rest of the day

Any Suggestions?

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Reply #2 from Stardock Forums Top

A failure! Did the purge and reinstall, rebooted several time and all was good.

 

This morning  on reboot, back to the original problem - up to ten time power off and restart.

 

Siege of Centauri
Reply #3 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Hello,

I have forwarded your report to the Stardock support team for their review and recommendations.

Please keep an eye on this thread for any updates.

We really do appreciate your feedback, thanks.

 

AzDude
Stardock Community Assistant

Reply #4 from WinCustomize Forums Top

Hello,

Please try the following:

-For Win8/10 Users: Open the Start Screen, and type 'cmd'. Right-click on the search result and select 'Run as administrator' from below.
-For 7 Users: click Start, in the start search field type 'cmd'. Right-click on the search result and select 'Run as administrator'.
-Type: sfc /scannow
-Wait for the scan to complete (this can take several minutes)

Some help on how this looks should you need it:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/929833/use-the-system-file-checker-tool-to-repair-missing-or-corrupted-system

If the SFC finds errors, but cannot fix them, please also run the following command in the same command prompt window:

dism.exe /online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth

Some help on how this looks should you need it:
https://www.windowscentral.com/how-use-dism-command-line-utility-repair-windows-10-image

The above command should assist with replacing any damaged or problematic system files. Please note, however, since it may require restoring certain files, this process can take some time and you will need to be patient until it has completed.

Please let me know whether this resolves your problem or if you have any additional questions.

Best regards,