How to Fix Stuck in Hibernate or Sleep Mode on Windows

PC stuck in Hibernate or Sleep mode on Windows?

Windows offers the Sleep or Hibernate mode for when you’re away from the computer for a quick break. Both are used interchangeably with only a slight difference. Sleep mode puts all your PC components to sleep except for the RAM, whereas Hibernate is similar to Shut Down, except that it restarts the system a bit faster.

Now imagine you want to save your computer’s power while you’re away without having to shut it down. So, you put it on Sleep or Hibernate mode, only to get back to a blank or stuck screen. 

Not only are you stuck with a computer that won’t turn back on no matter which key you press, but there’s a high risk of losing your unsaved data. If you regularly encounter the PC stuck in Hibernate or Sleep mode on Windows, you’ve landed on the right page. We’ve covered in detail all the possible fixes for this issue.

So what’s the wait for? Let’s get right to it!

1. Disconnect All Peripherals and Restart the PC.

If you use external devices or peripherals like a keyboard, mouse, USB drive, speakers, and so on, disconnect them all when your computer gets stuck in Hibernate or Sleep mode on Windows. Sometimes, such devices may interfere with the startup process, causing the stated error.

Once all the peripherals are disconnected, try restarting your computer to see if that helps. Otherwise, move to the next method in this guide. 

2. Reconfigure Mouse & Keyboard Settings.

Typically, you can wake your computer from Sleep or Hibernate mode by pressing any key or randomly clicking your mouse anywhere on the screen. But if that’s not working, you might want to check your settings and ensure they’re configured correctly.

Here’s how to configure keyboard settings on Windows 11: 

1. Launch the Run dialog box by pressing Win + R keys. 
   
2. Enter ‘devmgmt.msc’ and press the Enter key to open Device Manager. 
   
3. Locate and select Keyboard to expand it. 

4. Now, double-click on a keyboard driver. 
   
5. From the driver window that appears, go to the Power Management tab from the top. 
   
6. Check the box for Allow this device to wake the computer and choose OK. 
   

To reconfigure mouse settings, follow the steps below: 

1. Head to the Start menu and type ‘device manager’ in the search bar. Then, choose the same from the search results. 
   
2. Click on Mice and other pointing devices to expand it. 

3. After that, double-click on a mouse driver to open a new window. 
   
4. Navigate to the Power Management tab present at the top. 
   
5. Finally, check the box for Allow this device to wake this computer and select OK. 

3. Perform Startup Repair.

If your computer isn’t moving past the stuck screen, you can’t follow many of the methods listed in this guide. In that case, you can use the Startup Repair feature available in your BIOS menu. 

Here’s what you need to do:

1. First off, go to the Start menu and select the Power option. 
   
2. After that, click on Shut down. 

3. Press the Power button to restart the PC. 
   
4. Once the Window logo shows up, press the Power button again to shut it down. Perform this step two or three times.
   
5. As the computer restarts for the third or fourth time, it will automatically enter Recovery mode. 
   
6. From the Automatic Repair screen, select Advanced options. 

7. Then, choose Troubleshoot.

8. Next, click on Advanced Options.

9. From there, select the Startup Repair option.

10. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the process. 
    
    

4. Disable Fast Startup.

For some users, disabling the Fast Startup option has seemed to resolve the problem of computers getting stuck in Hibernate or Sleep mode on Windows. We recommend you also try this method and see if it works.

Below are the steps you must follow:

1. Click on the Start menu and type ‘control panel’ in the search bar. 
   
2. Next, choose the same under Best Results to open the Control Panel. 
   
3. Select Small icons next to View by located at the top-right corner. 
   
4. Then, choose Power options. 

5. Click on Choose what the power button do.

6. From there, select Change settings that are currently unavailable. 
   
7. Under the Shutdown settings section, uncheck the box for Turn on fast startup (recommended). 
   
8. Select Save Changes.

This should fix your issue. If it persists, go to the next method mentioned in this guide. 

5. Restore Default Power Settings.

Apart from the keyboard and mouse settings, there are high chances you may have misconfigured the power settings on your computer, resulting in getting stuck in Hibernate or Sleep mode on Windows. 

To fix this, simply bring them back to default by following the steps below:

1. Open the Run command box by pressing Win + R keys. 
   
2. Type ‘control panel’ and click on OK to launch the Control Panel. 
   
3. From the top-right corner, change View by to open Large icons. 
   
4. Choose Power Options and select Change plan settings. 

5. Now, click on the Restore default settings for this plan option. 

6. Finally, follow the on-screen prompts to restore the default power settings on Windows 11. 
   
   

6. Perform a Power Cycle.

The Power Cycle is the process of shutting down all the computer hardware and turning them back on after a few minutes. It is quite similar to a system restart with only a few additional steps. 

If your PC has a removable battery, use these instructions to perform a power cycle: 

1. Go to the Start menu and click on the Power icon. 
   
2. Then, select Shut down. 
   
3. Disconnect the charger and all the peripherals.
   
4. Now, remove your computer’s battery. 

5. Afterward, press and hold the Power button for at least 30 to 60 seconds to drain the power completely. 
   
6. Now, place the battery inside your computer again. 
   
7. Lastly, reconnect your PC to a charger and reboot it. 

For a computer with a non-removable battery, follow the steps below:

1. Launch the Start menu. 
   
2. Select the Power option and click on Shut down to power off your device. 
   
3. Disconnect the charger and any external devices connected to your PC.
   
4. Now, press and hold the Power button for around 60 seconds. 

5. Finally, reconnect the charger to your PC and restart it.  
   
   

7. Run Windows Troubleshooter.

Fortunately, Windows offers a built-in troubleshooting tool to scan your PC for potential errors and resolve them when found. It can be accessed from the Settings app and is meant for both software and hardware-related issues.

Here’s how to run the utility:

1. Head to the Settings app from your PC by pressing Win + i keys from your keyboard. 
   
2. Choose Update & Security from the left pane. 
   
3. Then, click on Troubleshoot from your screen’s right side. 
   
4. Afterward, click on Run the troubleshooter under Power. 

5. Follow the on-screen instructions as the troubleshooter detects and tries to fix the issue. 
   
   

8. Repair Battery Drivers.

The drivers on your computer may get corrupted, damaged, or outdated over time. If any of these issues are causing your computer to get stuck in Hibernate or Sleep mode on Windows, you can re-enable, reinstall or update them to fix the issue.

Here’s how to do it:

1. Go to the Quick Access menu by pressing Win + X keys from your keyboard. 
   
2. Next, choose Device Manager to open it. 
   
3. Locate Batteries and click on it to expand. 
   
4. Right-click on each driver under Batteries. 
   
5. Then choose either Disable device, Update device, or Uninstall device to repair it.

6. Finally, reboot your PC, and your problem should be resolved.

This concludes our guide on how to fix stuck in Hibernate or Sleep Mode on Windows. Hopefully, the methods have been successful in fixing your problem. If you have more questions, let us know in the comments section below. We’ll try our best to offer further assistance. 

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