Dell Monitor Deep Sleep Wake-Up Fix

Discover how to fix the common issue of Dell monitors getting stuck in deep sleep mode with this easy wake-up fix.

Check your power settings: Make sure that your computer’s power settings are not set to put the monitor into deep sleep mode after a short period of inactivity.

Adjusting Dell Monitor Energy Settings

To adjust the energy settings on your Dell monitor, first access the Energy tab in the menu. Press the OK button to enter the Energy Settings. From there, you can adjust the settings to your preferred level. If your Dell monitor is experiencing wake-up issues from sleep mode, try resetting the energy settings to default. This can be done by pressing the Reset Energy Settings key. If you are using Windows 10 or 11, make sure to update your drivers to ensure the effectiveness of your monitor. For further assistance, visit the Dell support page or seek knowledge from others on Dell’s support forum.

Disabling Deep Sleep and Power Management

To fix the Dell Monitor Deep Sleep Wake-Up issue, disabling the deep sleep and power management features may be necessary.

First, access the monitor’s menu by pressing the buttons on the screen. Then, go to the Energy tab and select the option to disable deep sleep. Press the OK button to save the changes.

For Windows 10 users, resetting energy settings may also be helpful. Simply go to the Control Panel, select Power Options, and choose the Reset Energy Settings option.

If the problem persists, check for updated drivers on Dell’s support page or seek help from Dell’s support forum or knowledge base.

Remember to always reference Dell’s Cookie Notice and Privacy Policy before using any of their services or platforms. This solution may also apply to other Dell monitor models such as the Dell P2415Q, Dell S2716DG, Dell S2721DGF, and Dell Ultrasharp 32 Inch.

Turning off Auto-Detect in Monitor Settings

  • Step 1: Power on your Dell monitor and go to the settings menu
  • Step 2: Navigate to the “Power” or “Power Management” option
    Step 1: Power on your Dell monitor and go to the settings menu
Step 2: Navigate to the "Power" or "Power Management" option
  • Step 3: Look for the “Auto-Detect” feature and disable it
  • Step 4: Save your changes and exit the settings menu
  • Step 5: Turn off your monitor and unplug it from the power source
  • Step 6: Wait for at least 30 seconds before plugging it back in and turning it on
    Step 5: Turn off your monitor and unplug it from the power source
Step 6: Wait for at least 30 seconds before plugging it back in and turning it on
  • Step 7: Test your monitor to ensure it wakes up from deep sleep mode properly

Disabling PLL Overvoltage and Link State Power Management

Setting Description
PLL Overvoltage A setting in the BIOS that can cause issues with waking up from deep sleep mode on Dell monitors. Disabling this setting can help fix the issue.
Link State Power Management An advanced power management setting that allows the operating system to control the power state of the PCIe bus. Disabling this setting can also help fix the issue of waking up from deep sleep mode on Dell monitors.
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