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How to fixDRIVER-POWER-STATE-FAILURE

DRIVER_POWER_STATE_FAILURE (0x0000009F)

What this error means

DRIVER-POWER-STATE-FAILURE shows up as a high-severity system driver fault. Stop code 0x0000009F indicates a driver failed to handle a power management state change properly. This BSOD is triggered when Windows transitions power states (sleep, hibernate, resume) and a driver does not respond correctly to the IRP_MN_SET_POWER request. Very common on laptops after Windows updates change USB, network, or GPU driver power management behavior. Follow the steps below to fix it.

Before you begin

Save open work and back up important files. Note any recent driver or hardware changes. If Windows cannot start, use the startup guide first.

Work through these checks

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01Update all device drivers, especially USB and network

Update all device drivers, especially USB and network.

Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.

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02Disable fast startup in Windows power settings

Disable fast startup in Windows power settings.

Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.

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03Check Device Manager for power management conflicts

Check Device Manager for power management conflicts.

Use the instructions for your exact device and operating system. Check the manufacturer’s documentation before changing firmware, hardware, or system settings.

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Possible causes

  • USB driver not completing power transition
  • Network adapter failing to enter/exit sleep
  • GPU driver power management conflict