Windows 10 22H2 (19045.5011). Fast Startup Disabled.
In Windows 10, there are several ways to start or shut down your computer. Two common methods are using the Start Menu and the Shutdown command. However, when Fast Startup is disabled, these methods behave differently. In this article, we will explore the key concepts of starting and shutting down a Windows 10 computer with Fast Startup disabled, focusing on the Start Menu and Shutdown command.
Starting the Computer with Fast Startup Disabled
When Fast Startup is enabled, Windows 10 uses a hybrid shutdown that saves the system state and hibernates the operating system. This allows the computer to start up faster by resuming the saved state instead of loading the operating system from scratch. However, when Fast Startup is disabled, the computer performs a full shutdown, and you need to use the Start Menu or the Shutdown command to start the computer.
Using the Start Menu to Start the Computer
To start the computer using the Start Menu, follow these steps:
- Press the power button or press the Start key on the keyboard to open the Start Menu.
- Click on the power icon located at the bottom right corner of the Start Menu.
- Select "Restart" or "Sign in" to start the computer.
Note that when you select "Restart," the computer will perform a full shutdown and then start up again. This can take longer than using Fast Startup, but it ensures that all applications and processes are closed before starting up.
Using the Shutdown Command to Start the Computer
Another way to start the computer is by using the Shutdown command in the Command Prompt or PowerShell. This method is useful when you need to start the computer from a script or a batch file. To start the computer using the Shutdown command, follow these steps:
- Open the Command Prompt or PowerShell as an administrator.
- Type the following command and press Enter:
shutdown /r /t 0
This command performs a full shutdown and then starts up the computer again. The "/r" switch is used to perform a restart, and the "/t 0" switch is used to set the time delay to 0 seconds, which starts the computer immediately.
Summary
In summary, when Fast Startup is disabled in Windows 10, you can start the computer using the Start Menu or the Shutdown command. The Start Menu method involves clicking on the power icon in the Start Menu and selecting "Restart" or "Sign in." The Shutdown command method involves opening the Command Prompt or PowerShell as an administrator and typing the "shutdown /r /t 0" command.