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Discus and support Windows 11 - Power Options - Only Showing "Balanced" Power in Windows 10 Gaming to solve the problem; Good morning,My Dell XPS, Windows 11 is only showing "Balanced" Power. It previously had multiple options, but these have all disappeared in recent... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Gaming' started by Rob W2, Oct 11, 2024.

  1. Rob W2 Win User

    Windows 11 - Power Options - Only Showing "Balanced" Power


    Good morning,My Dell XPS, Windows 11 is only showing "Balanced" Power. It previously had multiple options, but these have all disappeared in recent days.Does anyone know why this has changed? Firmware update?Please see attached powercfg /a CMD screen capture.

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    Rob W2, Oct 11, 2024
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  2. Guru-# Win User

    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.
     
    Guru-#, Oct 11, 2024
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  3. Windows 10 Power Options Not working

    Hi,

    Welcome to Microsoft Community and thank you for your interest in Windows 10.

    I suggest you to follow the below methods and check if it helps.

    Method 1: Use the hardware troubleshooter to fix the issue

    The Hardware Troubleshooter is an automated tool which will check the hardware connected to the computer for any known issues with it and provides the details and on how to fix them. Follow these steps and run the troubleshooter.
    Follow these steps:

    • Press Windows key to get the Start menu.
    • Type Troubleshooting in the search box right up corner and hit enter.
    • Click on Troubleshooting tab.
    • Click on view all option on the upper left corner.
    • Select the power options from the list.
    • Click Next to run the power Troubleshooter.
    Method 2: Also I suggest you to create a new power plan and check if it helps.

    • Go to control panel and then click on power options.
    • Then click on create new power plan.
    • Change the power plan accordingly and check.
    Hope this information was helpful and do let us know if you need further assistance. We will be glad to assist.
     
    Karthicka_R, Oct 11, 2024
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  4. Xylee Del Win User

    Windows 11 - Power Options - Only Showing "Balanced" Power

    Windows 10 power options

    Hi Robert,

    About your concern with Windows 10 power options, applied settings may not be recognized due to several reasons. We suggest that you run the Windows 10 Power troubleshooter. Here are the steps to follow:

    • Go to Search, type troubleshoot, and click Troubleshooting.
    • Under System and Security, click Improve power usage.
    • The troubleshooting wizard will automatically start. It will try to solve any detected issues.

    Let us know if you need further assistance regarding your concern.
     
    Xylee Del, Oct 11, 2024
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