Having trouble with your HP PC not waking from sleep mode on Windows 10/11? Find out how to fix this issue in this article.
Enable Keyboard and Mouse Wake-Up Functionality
To enable the keyboard and mouse wake-up functionality on your HP PC running Windows 10 or 11, follow these steps:
1. Press the Windows key + X on your keyboard to open the Power User menu.
2. Select Device Manager from the list of options.
3. In the Device Manager window, expand the section for Keyboards and Mice and other pointing devices.
4. Right-click on your keyboard and mouse drivers and select Properties.
5. Go to the Power Management tab in the Properties window.
6. Check the box that says “Allow this device to wake the computer” and click OK.
7. Repeat this process for both the keyboard and mouse drivers.
8. Close the Device Manager window and restart your computer.
If your computer is still not waking from sleep after making these changes, you may need to check your power settings.
1. Press the Windows key + I to open the Settings app.
2. Click on System and then Power & Sleep.
3. Under Related settings, click on Additional power settings.
4. In the Power Options window, click on Change plan settings next to your selected power plan.
5. Click on Change advanced power settings.
6. In the Advanced settings tab, expand the Sleep section and then the Allow wake timers section.
7. Make sure both On battery and Plugged in are set to Enable.
8. Click Apply and then OK to save the changes.
These steps should help resolve the issue of your HP PC not waking from sleep mode using the keyboard or mouse.
Update Drivers and BIOS Settings
| Driver/BIOS | Update Instructions |
|---|---|
| Graphics Driver | 1. Go to the HP support website 2. Enter your PC model number 3. Download the latest graphics driver 4. Install the driver following the on-screen instructions |
| Chipset Driver | 1. Visit the HP support website 2. Enter your PC model number 3. Download the latest chipset driver 4. Install the driver following the on-screen instructions |
| BIOS | 1. Go to the HP support website 2. Enter your PC model number 3. Download the latest BIOS update 4. Follow the instructions provided by HP to update your BIOS |
Disable Fast Startup and Adjust Power Management
- Open Control Panel
- Click on Hardware and Sound
- Select Power Options
- Click on Choose what the power buttons do
- Click on Change settings that are currently unavailable
- Uncheck Turn on fast startup (recommended)
- Click on Save changes
Adjust Power Management
- Open Device Manager
- Expand System devices
- Right-click on Intel Management Engine Interface
- Select Properties
- Go to Power Management tab
- Uncheck Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power
- Click on OK
Modify Hibernation and System Power Settings
1. Open the Control Panel: Click on the Start menu, type “Control Panel” in the search bar, and press Enter.
2. Access Power Options: In the Control Panel, click on “Power Options” to open the settings.
3. Adjust Power Plan Settings: Click on “Change plan settings” next to the selected power plan.
4. Change Advanced Power Settings: Click on “Change advanced power settings” to modify the advanced power settings.
5. Modify Hibernation Settings: Scroll down to find the “Sleep” category and expand it. Adjust the settings for “Allow hybrid sleep,” “Hibernate after,” and “Allow wake timers” as needed.
6. Adjust System Power Settings: Look for the “Power buttons and lid” category and expand it. Modify the settings for “Lid close action,” “Power button action,” and “Sleep button action.”
7. Apply Changes: Once you have adjusted the hibernation and system power settings, click on “Apply” and then “OK” to save the changes.
Run System File and Power Troubleshooting Tools
If your HP PC won’t wake from sleep mode in Windows 10/11, you can try running system file and power troubleshooting tools to fix the issue.
1. Run the System File Checker tool to scan and repair corrupted system files: Press the Windows key + X, then select “Windows PowerShell (Admin)” to open a command prompt. Type “sfc /scannow” and press Enter. Wait for the scan to complete and follow any on-screen instructions to fix any issues found.
2. Use the Power Troubleshooter to diagnose power-related problems: Press the Windows key + I to open Settings, then go to “Update & Security” > “Troubleshoot” > “Additional troubleshooters.” Select “Power” and click on “Run the troubleshooter.” Follow the on-screen instructions to identify and resolve power-related issues.
If the above steps don’t resolve the problem, you can also try updating your device drivers, disabling unnecessary startup programs, or adjusting power settings to prevent the computer from entering sleep mode.
Remember to regularly update your operating system and drivers to ensure optimal performance and prevent sleep mode issues in the future.
Refresh or Repair System Files and Settings
If your HP PC is having trouble waking from sleep mode in Windows 10/11, one potential solution is to refresh or repair system files and settings. This can help resolve any underlying issues that may be causing the problem.
To refresh or repair system files and settings in Windows 10/11, you can use the built-in System File Checker tool. This tool scans for and repairs corrupted system files that may be causing the issue with your PC waking from sleep mode.
To run the System File Checker tool, follow these steps:
1. Press Win + X on your keyboard to open the Power User menu.
2. Select Windows Terminal (Admin) to open a command prompt with administrative privileges.
3. In the command prompt window, type sfc /scannow and press Enter to start the system file check.
The System File Checker tool will scan your system for any corrupted files and attempt to repair them. Once the scan is complete, restart your PC and check if the issue with waking from sleep mode has been resolved.
In addition to using the System File Checker tool, you can also try resetting your PC’s power settings to default. This can help ensure that there are no conflicting settings causing the problem with waking from sleep mode.
By refreshing or repairing system files and settings, you can potentially fix the issue with your HP PC not waking from sleep mode in Windows 10/11.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why won t my computer wake up from sleep mode Windows 10?
My computer won’t wake up from sleep mode on Windows 10. Restarting the computer, adjusting settings, or updating software and drivers could help resolve the issue. Make sure that if you have a notebook, it is connected to a power source with the power light on.
How do I force my computer to wake from sleep?
To force your computer to wake from sleep, simply move the mouse or press any key on the keyboard. If that doesn’t work, you can press the power button to wake it up.
