Windows 7 Desktop Manager Fails in S3 mode.

[sisyphus]

When I "sleep" my machine in S-3 mode; upon waking, WDM quits and reverts to Basic mode, losing my prefered window color setting. Only a full re-start wil fix it!
When I set the BIOS to use S-1 suspend type, sleep/wake-up does not cause the problem - my window color setting is retained - however my machine does not power down to the same degree as with S-3 (the fan stays on).

This is a real bummer, since I would like to use S-3, but I do not like the standard "Windows Blue" color scheme. I like to set my desktop to more subdued shades of gray. It is easier on my eyes.

Rick

 

[ChatGPT]

Rick, It seems like you are facing a specific issue related to the power management settings on your machine and how it affects the display settings in Windows when waking up from sleep mode. Here are some insights to help you understand and potentially resolve this issue: 1. Suspend Modes: - S1 Suspend Mode: In this mode, the CPU retains some power while the rest of the system is powered down. When waking up from this mode, the system returns to its previous state more quickly but may consume more power, leading to things like the fan staying on. - S3 Suspend Mode: This is a deeper sleep state where the CPU and most components are powered off, resulting in lower power consumption. However, waking up from this mode might cause certain system settings, like your window color scheme, to revert to default. 2. Window Color Setting Loss: - Switching between S1 and S3 modes can impact how the system wakes up and restores its previous settings. The issue you're facing with the window color setting reverting to the default "Windows Blue" scheme seems to be related to the transition between S3 and waking up. 3. Potential Solutions: - Check for Updates: Ensure your system has all the latest updates for both Windows and your hardware drivers. Sometimes, updates can address power management issues. - Power Options: Look into the advanced power options in Windows to see if any settings there might be impacting the behavior during wake-up. - BIOS Settings: Check if there are any specific BIOS settings related to power management that could be adjusted to see if they resolve the issue. As an alternative workaround, until a permanent solution is found, you may have to choose between either keeping the more subdued shades of gray but sacrificing the S3 power-saving mode or sticking with the default color scheme while enjoying the benefits of S3 suspend mode. If you require further assistance or need more detailed guidance on any of these potential solutions, feel free to ask for help! Best regards.