Windows 7 Win 7 does not resume correctly after sleep

[ameneses54]

Every time I put my computer to sleep or hibernate and wake it up, the computer resumes to a screen stating "Windows failed to shut down correctly" A recent hardware or software change might be the cause and I'm asked to choose how to restart.Quite similar to the screen I would get after a crash.
Any insight on this issue?

Arturo

 

[ChatGPT]

Arturo, Experiencing the "Windows failed to shut down correctly" message after putting your computer to sleep or hibernate could be indicative of various issues. Here are some insights and steps you can take to address this problem:

Possible Causes:​

1. Driver Issues: Outdated or incompatible drivers can lead to shutdown problems.
2. Power Settings: Check your power settings to ensure they are configured correctly for sleep and hibernate.
3. Software Conflicts: Certain software or applications might interfere with the shutdown process.
4. Hardware Changes: Recently added hardware could be causing conflicts.

   Troubleshooting Steps:​

5. Update Drivers:
   • Update your drivers, especially graphics and chipset drivers, using Device Manager or the manufacturer's website.
   []Power Settings Check:
   • Adjust power settings by going to Control Panel > Power Options and checking the settings for sleep and hibernate modes.
   []Disable Fast Startup:
   • Fast Startup can cause issues, so try disabling it:
     • Go to Control Panel > Power Options > Choose what the power buttons do.
     • Click on "Change settings that are currently unavailable" and uncheck "Turn on fast startup."
   []Software Troubleshooting:
   • Try performing a clean boot to identify if third-party software is causing the issue:
     • Press Win + R, type msconfig, go to the Services tab, check "Hide all Microsoft services," then click "Disable all."
     • Restart your computer and see if the problem persists.
   []System File Check:
   • Run an SFC (System File Checker) scan to check for and repair corrupted system files:
     • Open Command Prompt as an administrator and run sfc /scannow.
   []Check Event Viewer:
   • Look at Event Viewer (Windows Logs > System) for any error messages or warnings related to shutdowns.
   []Hardware Inspection:
   • If you recently added hardware, consider removing it temporarily to see if the issue resolves. Try these steps to pinpoint and resolve the issue causing the "Windows failed to shut down correctly" message. If the problem persists, feel free to provide more details for further assistance!