How to Fix Computer Won’t Wake Up From Sleep on Windows 11

Want to know why your computer won’t wake up from sleep on Windows 11?

If you’re someone who uses their computer several times a day, it’s best to put your PC on Sleep mode instead of shutting it down every time. This proves to be an effective option as all your data is stored in RAM and quickly processed once you turn on the computer. Moreover, the rebooting process will be less time-consuming and energy-efficient.

However, putting your PC in Sleep mode can also turn out to be a huge risk if you have outdated mouse and keyboard drivers. This can lead to your computer not waking up from sleep. Other reasons that may cause this include inappropriate power settings, a fast rebooting system, outdated windows, etc.

But with the quick fixes we’ve mentioned below, you won’t have to worry about your computer’s inability to wake up from sleep mode. In this article, you’ll find some of the most practical methods to fix this issue. 

So, let’s begin!

1. Perform A Hard Reboot. 

Whenever the operating system is unresponsive or frozen, the very first thing that you need to do is do a hard reboot on your computer. Unlike a regular reboot that uses the operating system controls to restart your computer, a hard reboot manually forces the system to restart. This will refresh your computer’s OS without affecting your personal data. 

Here’s how to do it:

1. Press and hold the Power button on your PC for several seconds, preferably 10 seconds. 

2. Now, release the Power button and wait for a minute or so. 
   
3. Next, press and hold the Power button again and let go once your PC starts up. 
   
   

2. Run Windows Power Troubleshooter. 

Windows comes with an in-build Troubleshoot feature which detects and fixes various common issues in your computer. If your computer doesn’t wake up from sleep on Windows 11 due to a power plan issue, using the power troubleshooter can resolve this problem. 

Simply follow the steps given below:

1. Start by going to the Settings app by pressing Win + i keys on your keyboard. 
   
2. Stay on the System tab and select Troubleshoot from the right pane of the screen. 
   
3. Next, click on Other Troubleshooters. 

4. Now, scroll down and look for Power. 
   
5. Once you find it, click on the Run button next to it.

6. Wait for Windows to scan your system and detect any issues. Once found, it will suggest fixes accordingly. If you wish to go along with it, select Apply this fix from the new screen that appears. 

7. After it’s done, you will see a prompt stating Troubleshooting has completed. Simply click on Close. 

If your issue persists, move to the next method from this guide. 

3. Change Power Plan Settings. 

The power plan setting is the main culprit behind your computer not waking up from sleep. So, if a hard reboot has started your PC, you may want to change the power plan settings to prevent this issue from occurring again. 

If you have enabled the maximum power saving mode on and put your computer to sleep, it may be what’s causing it not to wake up. The Hybrid sleep option may also result in a similar problem. To turn both of these settings off, simply follow these steps:

1. Launch the Run dialog box by pressing Win + R keys simultaneously. 
   
2. Next, type in ‘powercfg.cpl’ in the search bar and select OK to continue. 

3. Look for your power plan and click on Change plan settings next to it. 

4. From the next screen, choose Change advanced power settings.

5. A Power Options window will appear. Now, look for Sleep and click on the + sign next to it to expand the section. 
   
6. Extend Allow hybrid sleep, and from the drop-down menu, click Off. 

7. After that, select the + icon for PCI Express, then expand Link State Power Management and choose Off from the menu. 
   
8. Once done, click on Apply to confirm these changes. 

This should solve any issue with the power plan settings. If you’re still facing the same issue, continue reading for more fixes. 

4. Disable the Sleep Mode.

If you think the issue arises every time you put your computer to sleep, consider turning off the sleep mode so that you can stop it from interfering with the operating system. However, keep in mind that disabling the sleep settings may cause your battery to deplete faster. 

Here’s what you need to do:

1. Select the Start menu and click on the Control Panel located in the bottom-right corner. 
   
2. Once in the Control Panel window, click on Power Options.

3. From the left pane, choose Change when the computer sleeps. 
   
4. Now, select the drop-down menu for Put the computer to sleep and click on Never. 

5. Lastly, click on Save these changes.
   
   

6. Change Mouse and Keyboard Properties. 

Another way to wake up your PC from sleep in Windows 11 is by using your peripherals. As this option isn’t always enabled by default,  you may have to manually enable it from the mouse and keyboard settings. However, this may drain your battery faster. 

You can access this option from the Device Manager. Here’s how:

1. Start by right-clicking on the Start menu and selecting Device Manager. 
   
2. Now, locate and right-click on Mice and other pointing devices and choose Properties. 
   
3. Go to the Power Management tab from the top and check the box for Allow this device to wake the computer. 

4. Then, click on OK to save this change. 
   
5. From the Device Manager, expand Keyboard.

6.  Right-click on your keyboard device and select Properties. 
   
7. Switch to the Power Management tab and click on the box next to Allow this device to wake the computer.

8. Lastly, click on OK and restart your device to check if this resolves your problem. 
   
   

7. Update Mouse and Keyboard Drivers.

Sometimes, an outdated driver may be the reason behind the computer won’t wake up from sleep on Windows 11. Regularly updating drivers helps you get rid of bugs and meet the requirements that are needed for the system to respond. 

To check and update mouse and  keyboard drivers, follow these steps:

1. Right-click on the Start menu from the taskbar and click on Device Manager. 
2. Now, select Keyboard. 
   
3. Right-click on your keyboard device and choose the Update driver option. 

4. In the next window that appears, select Search automatically for drivers. 

5. Then, follow the on-screen instruction to update it. 
   
6. Perform the same steps to update the mouse drivers. 

After you’re done, reboot your computer and check if this fix solved your problem. 

This concludes our guide on how to fix a computer that won’t wake up from sleep on Windows 11. In case of further questions and concerns, use the comments section below. We’ll gladly help you out. 

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