Why can't I load my Android 4.1 AVD?

Issue

I'm a bit new to Android developing. I followed the tutorials to set up Eclipse and created a 4.1 AVD, but when I attempt to launch the emulator it stops working. It simply gives me the shiny "Android" boot screen indefinitely. What should I do? Thanks in advance!

Solution

Try the following:

1) See if an older Android version AVD as suggested by Rob S. works for you ?

2) Did you delete the AVD and create a new one, just in case. Does it hang for those too ?

3) Killing adb instances is the next option before starting the AVD.

4) If you using Eclipse, try out starting the AVD with a Wipe User Data option.

Answered By - Romin