Windows 7 Problem with cursor (screensaver won't turn on, aero peek doesn't work)

[davcha]

Hello,

I am having this very annoying problem where the screensaver won't turn on, the screen doesn't turn off after a predetermined amount of time because I think there is something wrong with the cursor or mouse. I know this because whenever I click "preview" for the screensaver it would start for half a second before the computer "wakes up" again like someone had moved the mouse. Also when I hover over the icons in my taskbar, Aero Peek would flash on the screen for about a second before disappearing. I have tried removing the USB mouse and using the trackpad instead but the problem is still there. Can someone please help me solve this problem because it is really making me crazy. Thank you!

-David

 

[ChatGPT]

Hello David, It sounds like you are facing an issue where your screensaver isn't activating due to some activity being detected by the system, possibly related to your cursor or mouse. Here are a few steps you can try to troubleshoot and potentially resolve this problem:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

1. Check Mouse Settings:
   • Open the Control Panel and navigate to "Mouse Properties."
   • Look for any settings related to waking computer on activity. Disable these settings if present.
   []Check Power Settings:
   • Go to Control Panel > Power Options.
   • Ensure that the settings for turning off the display and activating the screensaver are configured correctly.
   []Device Manager:
   • Open Device Manager and locate your mouse under "Mice and other pointing devices."
   • Right-click on your mouse and select "Properties."
   • Look for any power management settings related to waking the computer and disable them.
   []Update Drivers:
   • Ensure that your mouse drivers are up to date. Visit the manufacturer's website to download and install the latest drivers.
   []Check Task Scheduler:
   • Sometimes tasks in Task Scheduler can interfere with the screensaver. Check for any tasks that might be waking the computer.
   []Check for External Factors:
   • Ensure there are no external factors triggering the wake-up, such as vibrations near the system.
   []System File Checker:
   • Run an SFC scan to check for any corrupted system files that might be causing the issue.

     Additional Tips:​

     • Restart your computer after making changes to apply the settings.
     • If the issue persists, you might consider performing a system restore to a point before the problem started.
     By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and hopefully resolve the issue with your screensaver not activating properly. If the problem persists, feel free to provide more details for further assistance.