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    Hibernate Having Problems

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Mr.Tesla, Feb 9, 2011.

  1. Mr.Tesla

    Mr.Tesla Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hey,

    So I normally use the hibernate feature on my notebook, and only shut it down every few days or so. I haven't had any problems until recently. Now, when I restore from hibernation though, the notebook can't find the wireless network and programs won't open. If I try to shut it down, it will never shut down. It just stays on the logging off screen indefinitely.

    How can I diagnose what's causing the problem?

    Thanks!
     
    Mr.Tesla, Feb 9, 2011
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    Hi,

    problems with hibernation are often related to buggy drivers or software that is running in the background.
    Perhaps you did a driver or software update recently?

    Also, if I remember correctly, newer flavours of Windows create entries in the event log in case there are problems with sleep or hibernation. So, it is worth haveing a look at that.

    Michael
     
    michael_recycled, Feb 9, 2011
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    Sorry for the long delay.

    This has been going on for some time. Is there any way to determine which software/drivers might be causing the issue?
     
    Mr.Tesla, Feb 16, 2011
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    You may check the Event Log (Start->Run->eventvwr.msc). If I remember correctly, then Windows 7 is also logging problems with powermanagement. Perhaps you find entries like:
    "yaddayadda.sys prevented Windows from entering hibernation" or something similar.

    Michael
     
    michael_recycled, Feb 16, 2011
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