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JoshuaWalker
Copper Contributor
Aug 06, 2024

Issue with Restart Option Functionality

After updating my BIOS recently, I encountered a significant issue with the restart function on my Windows 11 system. Following the update, the restart feature stopped working properly. Instead of the system automatically booting up after a restart, I had to resort to manually pressing the power button on my PC each time.

 

Upon attempting to restart, my screen remains black, and the system fails to reboot successfully.

 

Operating System: Windows 11 (Version 23H2)

Motherboard: Gigabyte Z790

3 Replies

  • Demetriun's avatar
    Demetriun
    Brass Contributor
    Apr 12, 2026

    Open Control Panel > Power Options.

    Click Choose what the power buttons do.

    Click Change settings that are currently unavailable.

    Ensure Turn on fast startup (recommended) is unchecked.

    Save changes and restart your PC.

  • Benedictfo's avatar
    Benedictfo
    Copper Contributor
    Apr 08, 2026

    The issue with the restart function not working properly after a BIOS update on your Gigabyte Z790 motherboard with Windows 11 can be caused by several factors, such as BIOS settings, driver compatibility, or Windows power management configurations.

  • ApolloOrion's avatar
    ApolloOrion
    Copper Contributor
    Apr 04, 2026

    Restore the default settings in the BIOS, and update the motherboard's network card and chipset drivers to the latest versions.