The Windows 95 startup sound was created for Microsoft Windows 95 and became one of the most recognizable PC boot chimes of the 1990s. The music was composed by Brian Eno for the operating system's launch in 1995. Over time, the clip spread far beyond desktop computers and now appears in nostalgia posts, retro technology videos, and meme edits about early internet culture. It still gets used because a few notes instantly evoke old PCs, classic software, and the feeling of a fresh boot sequence.
About this sound
The iconic startup chime from Microsoft Windows 95, used in retro tech edits, nostalgic memes, and videos about old PCs booting up.
This sound is the short, airy startup chime that plays when Windows 95 finishes loading. It has a soft synth texture, a clean digital shimmer, and a calm, futuristic feel that instantly signals 1990s computing. Even though it lasts only a few seconds, it creates a strong sense of anticipation and nostalgia. Creators use it to open retro computer clips, reveal old software, or add a neat punchline when something finally starts working after a delay.
