Slow log-on

[Dtown33]

What would help improve the log-on time of my desktop user? Once they enter their username and password, the machine sits for a long time.

 

[sibawe2000]

Hi
Try bootvis.
This tool is a starting point. There is an "optimize" function in the "trace" menu

 

[58sniper]

Check the DNS settings on the workstation. It should ONLY be using the DNS of your AD, and not an ISP's DNS. Using an ISP's DNS on a workstation is known to cause really slow logins.

Pat Richard, MCSE(2) MCSA:Messaging, CNA(2)

 

[porkchopexpress]

Agreed with Pat have a look at the following link to see if your DNS is setup correctly.

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;300202&sd=tech

Also if your users have roaming profiles i would try a test user without a profile to rule problems in this area out.

 

[Dtown33]

I found a utility called fast startup 2004. That handled the problem. Thanks

 

[58sniper]

Well, that masks the problem. Certainly not a recommended resolution. A third party app shouldn't be used to resolve a misconfiguration or other issue.

Pat Richard, MCSE(2) MCSA:Messaging, CNA(2)