Windows OS - Spinning Icon at Bootup

This document contains an overview of how to troubleshoot a spinning icon at bootup on a Windows 8 or 10 computer.

Steps to Reboot Computer

1. Unplug ethernet cable from computer.

2. Force computer shutdown by holding in power button until computer power button light turns off.

3. After 15-30 seconds, power on the computer and login.

4. Plug the ethernet cable back into the computer and reboot.

5. Login and all should be OK.

Keywords	Windows, Windows Spins, Spinning, Bootup, login, Windows 8, Windows 10 Suggest keywords	Doc ID	72011
Owner	Alan G.	Group	Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Created	2017-03-24 08:15 CDT	Updated	2022-04-06 13:04 CDT
Sites	Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
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