On most systems that are compatible, Fast Startup is enabled by default and is available on most laptops and some desktop PCs. Fast Startup combines features of a normal cold shutdown and hibernates mode. When Fast Startup is enabled, before the PC is shut down, Windows keeps the kernel loaded and the system sessions running while keeping the current system state saved to the hibernation file, then it turns off the computer. The next time you start up your computer, Windows does not have to reload the kernel, device drivers, and system state again. These are already in the hibernate file and ready to be loaded quickly. In hibernate mode, your work and desktop sessions are saved on the system hard drive, allowing Windows to completely shut down, and resume your previous session when the computer is turned back on. To get started turning on Fast Startup in Windows 11, follow the steps below:
How to enable Fast Startup in Windows 11
If your computer supports it, you may want to enable Fast Startup if it’s not already enabled. Or disable it if you’re having a problem with the Fast Startup feature in Windows 11. Whatever your reasons, the steps below show you how to enable or disable it. To enable, go to the Start menu or press the Windows key + I on your keyboard to bring up the Start menu. Then search for and select “Control Panel” as shown below. In the Control Panel app, click on Hardware and Sound category as highlighted below. Under Power Options, click the Change what the power button does link as highlighted below. On the next screen, click the link “Change settings that are currently unavailable” as shown below. Then check the box to Turn on fast startup (recommended). Click the Save changes button below and apply your changes. Then restart Windows to fully apply.
How to turn off Fast Startup in Windows 11
If you change your mind about Fast Startup in Windows 11, simply disable it. To disable fast startup, reverse the steps above. To do that, search the Control Panel ==> Select Hardware and Sound ==> Power Options ==> Change what the power button does ==> Change settings that are currently unavailable, then uncheck the box to disable fast startup. That should do it! Conclusion: This post showed you how to turn on or off Fast startup mode in Windows 11. If you find any error above, please use the comment form below to report.
