Help suddenly slow boot times.

[skinnypotbelly]

This problem started after I changed out the cpu hsf. I really don't know if it's related to me changing out the hsf or not. After the evga splash screen and the other screen that shows the irq assignments, my system "hangs" for atleast a few minutes before the windows splash screen will show. This lasts for atleast 3-4 minutes. Before, the windows splash screen will show right after the screen showing irg assignments. I haven't installed or uninstalled any programs to speak of.

So far I've tried defragging, scan disk, and fixmbr. Nothing seems to work. I've tried to clear the cmos and restoring the system to an earlier checkpoint and that doesn't seem to work either. I've tried reseating the memory modules and the cpu, but my cpu seems to be stuck to my board. Only thing else I can think of is that maybe my windows file has been corrupted and that I should reinstall. If anyone has any input, please help. Thanks.

My specs
x2 4800
raptor
seasonic s12 600
evga 6200tc
evga sli mobo

 

[mechBgon]

If the new fan has a low RPM, then power it from the PSU and leave any RPM-signal wires disconnected from the motherboard, and see if that helps. Low-RPM fans can sometimes boggle a motherboard, I've seen ones that would not even POST.

 

[skinnypotbelly]

Thanks for the help. Turns out it was my 7 in 1 card reader. If I leave it hooked up to the motherboard header the system would hang. After I disconnected it, the boot times returned to normal. Does anyone happen to know a work around to this?