← Back to DatabaseHow to Fix STOP CODE 0x0000009F
Topic: Windows 10 Blue Screen Errors | Status: Updated
What is this error?
The "STOP CODE 0x0000009F" error in Windows 10, also known as the DRIVER_POWER_STATE_FAILURE, indicates that a driver is attempting to put the system into a sleep state but fails to do so successfully. This often occurs due to incompatibility issues, outdated drivers, or power management problems with hardware devices.
How to Fix It
- Check for Windows Updates:
- Click on the Start Menu and go to Settings.
- Navigate to Update & Security and click on Windows Update.
- Click on Check for updates and install any available updates.
- Update Device Drivers:
- Right-click on the Start Menu and select Device Manager.
- Expand all the categories and right-click on any device with a yellow triangle icon.
- Select Update driver and follow the prompts to search automatically for updated driver software.
- Uninstall Problematic Drivers:
- In Device Manager, identify devices that may cause the issue, often related to power management.
- Right-click the device and select Uninstall device; then restart your computer.
- Disable Fast Startup:
- Go to Control Panel, enter Power Options, then click on Choose what the power buttons do.
- Click on Change settings that are currently unavailable and uncheck Turn on fast startup.
- Check Hardware:
- Disconnect recently added hardware and check if the error persists.
- Run hardware diagnostics to check for issues with your RAM or hard drive.
Disclaimer: This is an educational guide. We are not responsible for data loss. Always backup your system.
