Thank you for pointing me to the msconfig utility. Apparently, the computer was set to do a limited startup. I have set it back to default and it started up fine. Not ready to call solved yet, but I had one good cold boot.
Thank you for the information. I have been sure that all updates have been successfully installed. I have not had any issues installing these updates. I have also updated BIOS. I will try what you have recommended later and will post back with results. Thanks!
Also, another helpful piece...
Background - - Bought open box HP G7-2535 -RAM upgraded from 4 to 8 - AMD A8 Quad Core Processor
Every cold boot I get this screen, then everything else works fine. Did BIOS memory check which also came back fine. Please help, scratching my head.
Also not sure if it's normal, but the laptop...