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I have issues turning on the computer.

It has some issues with Apple computer because it needs to take time to restart and finish loading.


iMac 21.5″, macOS 10.13

Posted on Aug 7, 2023 11:04 AM

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Posted on Aug 7, 2023 3:35 PM

markliu142 Said:

"I have issues turning on the computer.: It has some issues with Apple computer because it needs to take time to restart and finish loading."

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Seems as if something is causing your Mac to lag, before and/or after login. So, perform the following...

Troubleshooting Lagging Mac Boot:


A. Try Safe Mode:

In Safe Mode, login items do not run, and corrupt system files(i.e. caches) are intentionally reset as a way to fix issues

  1. Boot: in to Safe Mode: [Hold Down: shift key upon boot].
  2. Log in: as same user
  3. Wait: 30 seconds
  4. Restart; your Mac
  5. Log in: as same user


B. See if your Hard drive is Failing:

What to Try:

  1. Boot: into Recovery ModeGo Here:  How to Use Safe Mode on your Mac- Apple Support
  2. Select: Disk Utility
  3. Select: the Drive
  4. Click: First Aid button


C. Remove Login Items:

While in Safe Mode, remove all of your Login Items, and then restart the Mac.  Go Here: Change Users & Groups Login Items Preferences on Mac - Apple Support

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Aug 7, 2023 3:35 PM in response to markliu142

markliu142 Said:

"I have issues turning on the computer.: It has some issues with Apple computer because it needs to take time to restart and finish loading."

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Seems as if something is causing your Mac to lag, before and/or after login. So, perform the following...

Troubleshooting Lagging Mac Boot:


A. Try Safe Mode:

In Safe Mode, login items do not run, and corrupt system files(i.e. caches) are intentionally reset as a way to fix issues

  1. Boot: in to Safe Mode: [Hold Down: shift key upon boot].
  2. Log in: as same user
  3. Wait: 30 seconds
  4. Restart; your Mac
  5. Log in: as same user


B. See if your Hard drive is Failing:

What to Try:

  1. Boot: into Recovery ModeGo Here:  How to Use Safe Mode on your Mac- Apple Support
  2. Select: Disk Utility
  3. Select: the Drive
  4. Click: First Aid button


C. Remove Login Items:

While in Safe Mode, remove all of your Login Items, and then restart the Mac.  Go Here: Change Users & Groups Login Items Preferences on Mac - Apple Support

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