You have found this guide because your PC only boots after a second attempt. This situation is often called a false boot and can be really frustrating; however, we help you resolve it in this guide.

Why is My PC Booting only after a Second Attempt?

When you cannot boot on the first attempt, you possibly have faulty hardware. These may also be faulty connected peripheral devices. Common devices associated with this problem are the RAM module, graphics card, and the motherboard.

You also may have loosely connected cables inside your PC. These may be the power cables connecting the motherboard or even cables for the hard drive.

Lastly, you may have dust build-up. This is a real problem because it may stop air flow and cause the computer to overheat, making it impossible to boot until it is cool.

What to Do When a Computer Is Not Booting on the First Attempt

1. Remove Peripheral Devices and Power Cycle your Computer

This solutions is very effective because it addresses power draw issues, it also resolves conflicting driver issues making it impossible to boot on first attempt. It is also a good way to resolve minor hardware bugs that cause problems.

Simply start by making sure no peripheral devices are connected. These may include external drives, controllers, etc. Once disconnected, press the power button for a few seconds until the computer shuts down. Wait a few seconds, then press the power button again to restart it.

2. Disable Fast Startup

Fast Startup will prevent perfect shutdown because it puts the computer into a state of hibernation. By disabling it, the computer shuts down perfectly, allowing it to boot without any problems.

1. Press Windows + R, type cmd and hit Ctrl + Shift + Enter to open the Command Prompt.

2. Type the command below and hit Enter.

powercfg -h off

3. Run a Memory Test

Hardware components are a common reason your PC only boots after a second attempt. The RAM, in particular, would lead to the problem once it becomes faulty. You should run a RAM test and change the faulty RAM if needed.

4. Update Power Plan

When you update the power plan, it potentially addresses the issue of a corrupted power plan. It fixes power management conflicts that may make it difficult for your PC to start, especially on the first attempt.

Follow the steps below.

1. Press Windows + R, type control, and hit Enter.

2. Type power in the Control Panel search and click Edit power plan.

3. Click Restore default settings for this plan and click Save Changes.

4. Update BIOS

When you update your BIOS, it addresses the problem of your PC not booting on the first attempt by fixing bugs and compatibility issues that trigger it. An update may also include improved power management.

We show you how to update the BIOS in HP. The steps will differ for other manufacturers.

1. Type HP on the Taskbar’s search box and select HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Windows.

2. In the BIOS-System Firmware category, click Check for BIOS updates.

3. Click Agree.

5. Reset BIOS

If an update does not work, you may reset the BIOS. This will be especially useful if you notice the problem after making changes to your BIOS.

1. Restart your computer and start tapping the BIOS key when you see the manufacturer’s logo. The BIOS key is usually one of the function keys, and you may verify with your manufacturer.

2. Go to the Security tab, then select Restore Security settings to factory defaults using the arrow keys.  

3. Read the description, input a passcode, and hit Enter.

4. Save changes, then exit the BIOS.

Regain Smooth PC Booting

We have come to the end of this guide. Now your computer should be able to booth without hiccup. We have not made solutions in any particular order; starting from what seems the most effective is wise.

Please tell us what was most effective in the comment section below.

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Connecting to the internet is one of the most important things to do on a computer. Connecting via a hotspot is a common method. However, some users have complained that the hotspot is not working on Windows 11. This article is for you if you belong to this category.

We have researched the problem and will introduce you to some of the most effective solutions. Let us get to it.

1. Restart Computer

You should restart your computer when the Windows 11 hotspot is not working. This fix is effective because the problem sometimes is minor bugs.

The computer shuts down problematic processes on a reboot, killing minor bugs. If, after a restart, the problem persists, you should try other solutions.

2. Restart Windows Mobile Hotspot Service

There are dedicated services for different operations on the Windows 11 OS. The Windows Mobile Hotspot service is connected with the functioning of the hotspot on your computer. When you restart this service, your hotspot gets a soft reset that will fix the problem.

1. Click the Taskbar’s magnifying lens, type services, and click the Services app.

2. Right-click the Windows Mobile Hotspot Service, and click Stop.

3. Right-click the Windows Mobile Hotspot Service, and click Start.

3. Change Mobile Hotspot Password and Reconnect

Changing the Password will often reset your hotspot. This may be strong enough to fix any minor problems.

1. Press Windows+ I to open the Settings app, click Network & Internet, and click Mobile hotspot.

2. Click the Edit button for Network Properties.

3. Input the new password for your hotspot and click the Save button.

4. Forget the connection on your phone and try reconnecting.

4. Update Wireless Driver

Drivers are an essential communication link between hardware and the operating system. When the wireless browser is outdated, you will have problems using a hotspot, which may be why the hotspot is not working on Windows 11.

You should update the driver. You may also try reinstalling it.

1. Right-click the Start menu and click Device Manager.

2. Expand Network adapters, right-click your wireless driver, and click Uninstall device.

3. Confirm your choice and restart your computer.

4. Relaunch the Device Manager and click the icon for Scan for hardware changes.

5. Forget Hotspot and Reconnect

You will successfully remove outdated, saved network information when you forget the hotspot and reconnect. It also clears temporary files and resets network adapter settings. This makes it an effective fix when the hotspot is not working in Windows 11.

1. Click the Network icon on the right corner of your Taskbar, then click the Manage Wi-Fi connections arrow.

2. Right-click the exclamation icon and click Forget.

3. Now click on your hotspot network again and input the password to reconnect.

6. Rollback Windows Updates

Some of our readers said they noticed that the hotspot is not working in Windows 11 just after an OS update. If this is the case, uninstalling the update will fix the problem. While we encourage updating your device, there are rare cases where the update comes with some bugs.

1. Open the Settings app by pressing Windows + I.

2. Click Windows Update on the bottom left pane, then click Update History on the right.

3. Scroll down and click Uninstall updates.

4. Click Uninstall for your latest update.

Fixing Hotspot Issues on Windows

You may easily fix the hotspot when it is not working on Windows devices by following the solutions we explored in this guide. Let us know in the comment section what solution was effective.

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