Windows 10: How do I fix the “Just a moment…” on startup?

I tried to install a driver update and it said that my PC need to restart, so I restarted it. The update installed but when it did I went to login and it says “Your PIN is no longer available due to a change to the security settings on this device. Click to set up your PC again.” I click the “Set up my PIN” button and it opens a window named “Microsoft account” but gets stuck on a “Just a moment…” loading screen that if it goes on long enough shuts down my PC. Does anyone know how to fix this?

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Stuck At Just A Moment! Please Help!

Hi,

To get help in fixing the issue regarding with being stuck at Just A Moment, we suggest that you perform a repair upgrade.

You may take a look at this
Wiki Article by Andre Da Costa for the steps.

Let us know the outcome.

 

Just a Moment.. After I Power on in my Home Screen

Hi,

The issue you're experiencing with your HP laptop, where it pauses on the home screen with the taskbar hidden and then displays "Just a moment..." before returning to normal, seems to be a unique post-update behavior rather than a common issue. This could be related to several factors, including but not limited to the recent update attempts, system file integrity, startup processes, or even hardware issues. Here's a structured approach to troubleshoot and potentially resolve this unusual behavior:

1. System Update Troubles

Given the error with the Windows 10 KB5034441 security update (0x80070643), it's possible that the update process has left your system in an inconsistent state. Although you've attempted manual fixes and used DISM and SFC tools, the issue might still be lingering from this update process.

• Retry Updates: Ensure all Windows updates are successfully installed. Sometimes, subsequent updates can resolve issues introduced by earlier ones.
  
• Windows Update Troubleshooter: Use this built-in tool to fix update problems. Go to Settings > Update & Security > Troubleshoot > Additional troubleshooters > Windows Update.
  

2. Startup Processes

The "Just a moment..." screen could be related to specific startup processes or services that are having trouble initializing.

• Clean Boot: Perform a clean boot to start Windows with a minimal set of drivers and startup programs. This can help you determine if background programs are causing the issue.
  
  • Press Windows Key + R, type msconfig, and press Enter.
    
  • In the System Configuration window, select the Services tab, check Hide all Microsoft services, and then click Disable all.
    
  • Go to the Startup tab, click Open Task Manager, and disable all startup items.
    
  • Restart your computer and see if the issue persists. If it doesn't, enable services and startup items one by one to identify the culprit.
    

3. Check for Hardware Issues

Although less likely, hardware problems can cause unusual system behavior.

• Memory Test: Run Windows Memory Diagnostic to check for RAM issues. Press Windows Key + R, type mdsched.exe, and press Enter to open the tool and choose to restart now and check for problems.
  
• Hard Drive Health: Use a third-party tool like CrystalDiskInfo to check the health of your SSD and HDD. Poor health can indicate failing hardware, which might cause erratic system behavior.
  

4. Consider System Restore

If the problem started recently, use System Restore to roll back your system to a point before the issue began.

• Open System Restore by typing restore in the Windows search box and select Create a restore point. In the System Properties window, click System Restore and follow the prompts to select a restore point before the issue started.
  

5. User Profile Check

A corrupt user profile could also cause unusual login or startup behavior.

• Test with a New User Profile: Create a new user account (administrator) and log in with it. If the problem doesn't occur on the new account, transferring your files to the new account and using it as your primary one might be a workaround.
  

6. Last Resort: System Reset or Reinstallation

If none of the above steps resolve the issue, consider resetting your PC or performing a clean installation of Windows 10. Ensure to back up all important data before proceeding.

• Reset Your PC: Go to Settings > Update & Security > Recovery > Reset this PC. Choose to keep your files if you want to avoid losing personal data.
  
• Clean Installation: Use the Media Creation Tool to create a bootable USB drive for a clean installation. This will erase all data on the system drive, so it's important to back up first.
  

Given the steps you've already taken, it's clear you're comfortable with advanced troubleshooting. Proceed with the additional suggestions cautiously, ensuring data backup where necessary. If you're not comfortable performing any of these steps, it might be worthwhile to seek professional assistance.