Has the Power Mode Quick-Switch Slider Disappeared in Windows 11?
Previously, users could quickly switch power modes (which directly affect CPU TDP settings) via a slider in the taskbar's right-click menu. However, after a Windows 11 update, the slider has disappeared, requiring full access to the settings menu for each adjustment. For devices like the ThinkPad X13, which are not gaming laptops and lack dedicated power management tools from the manufacturer, this has made efficient switching inconvenient. We request the restoration of the quick-access slider or the provision of an alternative fast-switching solution.
Is Enabling Secure Boot Mandatory for Windows 11 Installation?
The device supports TPM 2.0 but it is not enabled. Configuring Secure Boot poses challenges as it requires completely disabling CSM compatibility mode in the BIOS. Attempting to boot in UEFI-only mode results in a black screen issue with the graphics card. Please clarify: 1. Is Secure Boot an absolute requirement for installing Windows 11? 2. How can the black screen issue with the graphics card in UEFI mode and the difficulties in configuring Secure Boot be resolved?
Windows 11 account issues: lock screen skipped, device not showing in Microsoft account
Hi everyone, I’m facing a few strange issues on Windows 11 that seem to be limited only to my main user profile, and I’m hoping to fix them without creating a new profile and migrating all my data. Settings > Apps > Advanced app settings: I see a sign-in-related issue & an error code 0x80860010. The lock screen is skipped when the PC starts. On power-on or restart, the lock screen flashes for a split second, and then Windows directly goes to the PIN entry screen. This happens only on my main user account. If I create a new local or Microsoft account, the lock screen works perfectly even after a restart or cold boot. My Windows PC does not appear under Devices on my Microsoft account page, even though the PC is signed in with my Microsoft account locally. I’ve already tried restarting, signing out and back into my Microsoft account, checking sign-in options, and testing Fast Startup on and off. Since everything works fine on newly created accounts, I believe my existing user profile or account state may be corrupted. I’m trying to avoid creating a new profile and manually migrating data if possible. Any guidance on repairing the current user profile, re-linking the device to my Microsoft account, or restoring normal lock screen behavior would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance for any help. ~GouravSave the date: Windows Office Hours - January 15, 2026
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problem with local win 11 account
this is a long problem so bear with me after updating bios and booting into windows i try logging in using my pin but get an error about having to use my password even though i never set one up and trying to reset it does nothing i tried a couple solutions to no avail then i tried hirons cdboot using the tools in it i changed my account to local and everything was fine until but when i tried a couple of things it still registers my account as a microsoft account but i can use any of the features of a microsoft account and trying to play minecraft i keep getting a certain error and i tried creating a new account and logging in with a diffrent microsoft account but it asks for a windows password even though none are setup
How to escalate support issues.
I have an issue with Microsoft's Backup and Restore and File History on Windows 11. Specifically, the shadow copy space is empty and set to 1GB, but the error complains that the shadow space is full or too small. (I've run through every support article available) This was all working fine (on Win 11) until a couple of weeks ago. However, the support chat claims this is 3rd-party software and that Windows 7 backups cannot be restored to Windows 11, which has nothing to do with the issue at hand. The machine has never had Windows 7 installed, but the support agent insists that Windows 7 is unsupported, and hence, I'm using 3rd-party software and will not transfer me to anyone else, and no longer responds. The agent's reasoning just doesn't make sense to me. Is there any way to raise a support issue for Windows 11 or its components? This reminds me of trying to install Windows Vista; although it was a forced upgrade that failed, the support agent just insisted Microsoft Vista wasn't Microsoft software.Sleep + Startup Anomalies After Win11 25H2 Update
After simultaneously updating both the Windows 11 25H2 system and BIOS, two issues have emerged: First, the system frequently wakes from sleep automatically, rendering keyboard wake-up ineffective—only the power button works. Second, upon startup, the mouse moves normally on the desktop, but the taskbar remains unresponsive. Programs can open but cannot be operated; recovery requires locking the screen with Win+L and then unlocking. Additionally, flashing the new BIOS or downgrading triggers automatic reboots. I need to determine whether this is caused by the system or the BIOS.
After shutting down Windows 11, touching the mouse automatically turns it back on.
After the system completes the shutdown process (screen turns off, fans stop spinning), a slight touch on the mouse or keyboard triggers the computer to automatically power on. This suggests the device may not be fully powered down or may have an external wake-up mechanism. Verify whether this is caused by system settings, hardware driver issues, or persistent power consumption.
