Why is my laptop stuck in sleep mode?

Troubleshooting a Laptop Stuck in Sleep Mode

When a laptop fails to resume from sleep mode, it can be a frustrating experience. Here are some steps to troubleshoot the issue:

1. Restart the Laptop:

• Soft restart: Press and hold the power button until the laptop turns off.
• Hard restart: If a soft restart fails, disconnect all peripherals and remove the battery (if possible). Hold down the power button for 30 seconds, then reinsert the battery and restart the laptop.

2. Adjust Power Settings:

• Go to Settings > System > Power & battery.
• Under “Sleep,” disable “Hybrid sleep” and set the “Sleep after” and “Hibernate after” times to “Never.”

3. Update Drivers:

• Outdated drivers can sometimes cause sleep mode issues.
• Open Device Manager and expand the “Display adapters” category.
• Right-click on your graphics card and select “Update driver.”

4. Battery Troubleshooting:

• For battery-powered laptops, ensure the laptop is plugged into an outlet and the power light is illuminated.
• If the battery is low, charge it for at least 30 minutes before restarting.
• If the battery is removable, try removing and reinserting it.

5. Check Overheating:

• If the laptop is overheating, it may go into sleep mode to prevent damage.
• Check for any blocked vents or debris around the laptop.

6. Reset BIOS Settings:

• If all else fails, you may need to reset the BIOS settings to default.
• Power down the laptop and remove the battery (if possible).
• Hold down the power button for 30 seconds to discharge any residual power.
• Reinsert the battery and restart the laptop.
• Enter the BIOS settings (usually by pressing F2, F10, or Del during startup) and reset to default values.

7. Seek Professional Help:

• If you have tried all the above steps and the issue persists, seek professional help from a laptop repair technician.