Windows 10: Power options change after being set.

I want to keep the high performance power option on my desktop PC but Win 10 changes it to power saver. Why and how can I keep that from happening?

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Can't Change Power Settings

Thank you for the quick response. We will now move to the second phase of troubleshooting. We suggest that you follow the steps provided below:

Method 1: Run the Power Troubleshooter.

Windows 10 has a built-in troubleshooter to check and fix issues with your system's power settings. Here's how:

• In the search box, type troubleshooting, and then click
  Troubleshooting.
• Click on the view all option on the left panel.
• Run the Power troubleshooter.

Method 2: Customize Power options.

If issue persists, the the following steps and check.

• In the search box, type Power options, and then click.
• Click on choose when to turn off display from the left pane.
• Click on Restore default settings for this plan.
• Click on Change advance power settings.
• Scroll down and expand Power buttons and lid.
• Expand Power button actions.
• Click on the Setting and set it to Shut down.

Update us with the outcome so we can provide further assistance.

 

USB settings in Power Plan Options on Windows 10 is missing, how to restore it?

As per the below suggested steps I am trying to disable the USB in USB selective suspend setting in my Dell laptop with Windows 10 Home. however, I do not find the USB Settings at all in two modes Balanced mode or Dell (Active) mode under change advanced
power settings. How to restore it?

USB Selective Suspend Settings, follow the steps below:

1. Press Windows + X.
2. Choose Power Options.
3. Select Choose when to turn off the display.
4. Open Change advanced power settings.
5. Expand USB settings and USB selective suspend setting.
6. Select Enabled (default) or Disabled.
7. Click Apply, then OK.

 

No Sleep Mode Option in Power Settings

Hi Benjamin,



Welcome to Microsoft community and thank you for posting your query.

Sorry for the inconvenience caused to you. Let me help you to fix the issue.



To assist you better, I would like to know did you click on the drop down on Do nothing? If yes, what are the option you can see?

Let’s try simple troubleshooting steps and check if this helps in resolving the issue. Follow the below steps:

• 
  Press Windows key + R, type powercfg.cpl and press
  Enter.
  
• 
  Now click on Current Power plan (Change plan settings) and click on
  Change advanced power settings.
  
• 
  Locate for Power buttons and lid on the list on the Window popup and click on it to expand.
  
• Now click on the settings and try to set up the settings.

Hope this help. If you need further assistance with Windows in future, let us know and will be happy to help.