Windows 11 PC Sleep Mode Issue: Unresponsive Wake-Up and Fast-Spinning Fans

Anonymous
2023-09-08T20:54:13+00:00

I am encountering a problem with my Windows 11 PC where it fails to wake up from sleep mode. The only solution I've found to turn it back on is by manually switching off the power supply and then switching it back on. Additionally, I've noticed that as soon as I initiate sleep mode, my computer's fans start spinning at a high speed. This issue began occurring randomly, and I have not made any recent updates or changes to my system.

Troubleshooting Steps Taken So Far:

  1. Checked for Windows Updates: I ensured that my Windows 11 is up to date with the latest updates and patches.
  2. Driver Updates: I have also verified that all my device drivers are up to date.
  3. Power Settings: I reviewed and adjusted my power settings
  4. Enabled & Disabled Fast Startup and Hibernate
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Sleep and Power on, off

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  1. Anonymous
    2025-02-06T19:08:28+00:00

    I have the same issue. The only way I've been able to keep the computer from getting stuck while waking-up was to switch to a power plan that disable sleep PLUS switching to a blank screen saver. Might be worth a try for all you guys experiencing the problem.

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  2. Anonymous
    2025-02-02T14:49:40+00:00

    I have the same issue with my new Dell XPS 8960 running Windows 11.

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  3. Anonymous
    2025-02-02T14:28:36+00:00

    Same issue on a Dell and a Lenovo laptop, started after a running windows update, BiOS and drivers are up to date. Connected items like monitors will have their “signal” light flash rapidly once trying to wake it from sleep.

    Hopefully Microsoft fixes this

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  4. Anonymous
    2025-01-28T16:41:02+00:00

    Also experiencing this issue since upgrading to Windows 11.

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  5. Anonymous
    2025-01-20T15:19:49+00:00

    I have Acer swift 5 and have had this problem for a while, more recently pressing power button for 6 seconds has started me having blue screens after a few minutes of restart necessitating 2 resets so far

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