If you are experiencing slow startup on your Mac, below is a checklist of how to get back in the fast lane:

1. Reset or replace PRAM battery.  A reset is as easy as starting up your Mac while holding the Command, Option, P, and R keys.  You’ll hear the startup chime twice and then you have to release the keys.
2. Replace all peripherals besides your keyboard and mouse
3. Ensure all cables are connected tightly
4. Disconnect network cables.
5. Remove startup issues.  This may be found in the “Accounts” pane in System Preferences and the go to “Login Items” to remove any problematic startup items.
6. Check for permissions issues

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