Startup screen freezes for 5 minutes

Hello,
I've got a problem. My startup screen locks for about 5 minutes every time I restart or turn on the MacPro. Mouse pointer is fixed at the upper left corner of the screen and I can't enter the password. The HD working. Then mouse unlocks and I can enter.
It started a couple of weeks ago.
What to try? I've repaired the previlages, checked HD, no any startup programs... OS 10.8.3
Thanks in advance,
Serge

The next time you have the problem, note the exact time: hour, minute, second.
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☞ Open LaunchPad. Click Utilities, then Console in the icon grid.
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