Are you facing a problem where sleep mode or hibernation mode is not showing on your computer? This issue can be frustrating, especially if you rely on these power-saving features. But don’t worry, I have some solutions that can help you fix this problem.
Check Power Settings
In order to diagnose the issue, you should start by checking the power settings on your computer. Follow these steps:
Access Power Options
Go to the Control Panel and search for “Power Options.” Click on the search result to open the Power Options window.
Verify Sleep and Hibernate Settings
Make sure that sleep mode and hibernation mode are enabled in the Power Options window. If they are disabled, enable them and click on “Apply” to save the changes.
Update Graphics Drivers
Outdated or faulty graphics drivers can sometimes interfere with the sleep and hibernation modes. To update your graphics drivers, follow these steps:
Open Device Manager
Open the Device Manager by right-clicking on the Start button and selecting “Device Manager” from the menu.
Locate Graphics Driver
Expand the “Display adapters” category in the Device Manager to locate your graphics driver.
Check for Updates
Right-click on the graphics driver and select “Update driver” from the context menu. Windows will search for the latest driver updates and install them if available.
Disable Fast Startup
The Fast Startup feature can sometimes cause issues with sleep and hibernation modes. To disable Fast Startup, follow these steps:
Open Power Options
Go to the Control Panel and search for “Power Options.” Click on the search result to open the Power Options window.
Click on “Choose what the power buttons do”
In the Power Options window, click on the link that says “Choose what the power buttons do” in the left-hand menu.
Disable Fast Startup
Scroll down to the “Shutdown settings” section and uncheck the box that says “Turn on fast startup (recommended).” Click on “Save changes” to apply the settings.
Reset Power Plan Settings
If none of the above solutions worked, you can try resetting the power plan settings to their default values. Here’s how:
Open Command Prompt as Administrator
Open the Command Prompt as an administrator by right-clicking on the Start button and selecting “Command Prompt (Admin)” from the menu.
Run powercfg -restoredefaultschemes command
In the Command Prompt window, type the command “powercfg -restoredefaultschemes” and press Enter. This command will reset the power plan settings to their default values.
Run Power Troubleshooter
If the issue persists, you can use the built-in Power Troubleshooter to diagnose and fix the problem. Follow these steps:
Access the Settings App
Open the Settings app by pressing the Windows key + I on your keyboard.
Go to Update & Security
In the Settings app, click on “Update & Security” to open the update and security settings.
Choose Troubleshoot
In the left-hand menu, click on “Troubleshoot” to access the troubleshooting options.
Select Power
Scroll down in the Troubleshoot settings and select “Power.” Click on the “Run the troubleshooter” button to start the power troubleshooting process.
Set Sleep Mode or Hibernate Mode Manually
If sleep mode or hibernation mode is still not showing, you can try enabling or disabling them manually through command prompt. Follow these steps:
Open Command Prompt as Administrator
Open the Command Prompt as an administrator by right-clicking on the Start button and selecting “Command Prompt (Admin)” from the menu.
Run powercfg -h on command to enable hibernation
If hibernation mode is not showing, type the command “powercfg -h on” and press Enter. This will enable hibernation mode on your computer.
Run powercfg -h off command to disable hibernation
If hibernation mode is already enabled but not showing, type the command “powercfg -h off” and press Enter. This will disable hibernation mode on your computer.
Check for System File Errors
System file errors can sometimes cause issues with the sleep and hibernation modes. To check for system file errors, follow these steps:
Open Command Prompt as Administrator
Open the Command Prompt as an administrator by right-clicking on the Start button and selecting “Command Prompt (Admin)” from the menu.
Run sfc /scannow command
In the Command Prompt window, type the command “sfc /scannow” and press Enter. Windows will scan and fix any system file errors that it finds.
Perform System Restore
If none of the above solutions work, you can try performing a system restore to revert your computer back to a previous state where sleep mode and hibernation mode were working fine. Follow these steps:
Access System Protection Settings
Go to the Control Panel and search for “System.” Click on the search result that says “System” to open the System window.
Choose System Restore
In the System window, click on “System Protection” in the left-hand menu. In the System Properties window, click on the “System Restore” button.
Follow the on-screen instructions to restore the system
Follow the on-screen instructions to select a restore point and restore your system to a previous state. Note: This process will not affect your personal files, but it will uninstall any software or driver updates that were installed after the selected restore point.
Check for BIOS Updates
Outdated BIOS firmware can sometimes cause issues with sleep and hibernation modes. To check for BIOS updates, follow these steps:
Identify the Version of the BIOS
Restart your computer and look for the BIOS version information during the startup process. Take note of the version number.
Visit the Manufacturer’s Website
Go to the manufacturer’s website of your computer or motherboard and search for BIOS updates using the identified version number.
Download and Install the Latest BIOS Update
If a BIOS update is available, download the update file and follow the manufacturer’s instructions to install it. Make sure to follow the instructions carefully to avoid any potential damage to your computer.
Conclusion
Issues with sleep mode or hibernation mode not showing can be frustrating, but there are several solutions you can try. Start by checking the power settings, updating graphics drivers, disabling Fast Startup, resetting power plan settings, and running the power troubleshooter. If these steps don’t solve the problem, you can try manually enabling or disabling sleep mode or hibernation mode, checking for system file errors, performing a system restore, or checking for BIOS updates.
FAQs
Q: Why is sleep mode or hibernation mode not showing on my computer?
A: There can be several reasons for this issue, including outdated drivers, incorrect power settings, disabled features, or system file errors.
Q: Will resetting the power plan settings delete my files?
A: No, resetting the power plan settings will not delete your files. It will only restore the power settings to their default values.
Q: How can I manually enable sleep mode?
A: You can manually enable sleep mode by going to the power options and selecting the desired time for your computer to sleep.
Q: Can a system restore fix the sleep mode or hibernation mode issue?
A: Yes, performing a system restore can revert your computer back to a previous state where sleep mode and hibernation mode were working fine.
Q: Is it necessary to update the BIOS for fixing this issue?
A: Updating the BIOS is not always necessary, but it can help if the issue is caused by outdated BIOS firmware.