Win 11 will not load after coming out of sleep mode

Hi Gunner1160,

If you're facing issues with Windows 11 not waking up from sleep mode, here are some steps you can try to resolve the problem:

1. Update Your Drivers: Make sure your drivers are up to date, especially graphics and chipset drivers. You can manually update them from the manufacturer's website or use a driver updater tool.

2. Disable Fast Startup: Fast Startup can sometimes conflict with sleep mode. To turn it off, follow these steps:
- Press Windows+R to open the Run dialog.
- Type "powercfg.cpl" and press Enter.
- Click on "Choose what the power buttons do" on the left.
- Select "Change settings that are currently unavailable."
- Uncheck "Turn on fast startup (recommended)" and save changes.

3. Adjust Power Settings: Incorrect power settings can hinder sleep mode. To modify them:
- Press Windows+R to open the Run dialog.
- Type "powercfg.cpl" and press Enter.
- Click on "Choose a power plan" on the left.
- Select your current power plan.
- Click on "Change plan settings."
- Access "Change advanced power settings."
- Expand the "Sleep" section and "Allow wake timers."
- Set both "On battery" and "Plugged in" to "Enable" and save your changes.

4. Disable USB Power Management: Prevent Windows from disabling USB devices during sleep mode by following these steps:
- Press Windows+X and select "Device Manager."
- Expand "Universal Serial Bus controllers."
- Right-click on each USB controller, go to "Properties."
- In the "Power Management" tab, uncheck "Allow the computer to turn off this device to save power."

5. Run System File Checker (SFC): SFC can scan and repair corrupted system files. To use it:
- Press Windows+R, type "cmd" and run as administrator.
- Enter the command: "sfc /scannow"

6. Run DISM Tool: The DISM tool can tackle more serious system problems. Follow these steps:
- Press Windows+R, type "cmd" and run as administrator.
- Enter the command: "DISM /Online /Cleanup-Image /RestoreHealth."

7. Reset Windows: If the issue persists, you may need to reset Windows. Keep in mind that this will restore Windows to default settings but retain your personal files. Here's how:
- Open the Settings app (Windows+I).
- Click on "System" and then "Recovery."
- Under "Reset this PC," select "Reset now" and follow the on-screen instructions.

If these steps don't resolve the problem, it's possible there's a hardware issue. In such cases, seeking help from a qualified technician for diagnosis and repair may be necessary.