{"id":21524,"date":"2023-01-23T17:18:37","date_gmt":"2023-01-23T16:18:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/g100.us\/?p=21524"},"modified":"2023-06-14T10:06:59","modified_gmt":"2023-06-14T08:06:59","slug":"fix-computer-randomly-turns-on-by-itself","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/g100.us\/fix-computer-randomly-turns-on-by-itself\/","title":{"rendered":"Computer Randomly Turns On By Itself \u2014 8 Typical Causes and Fixes"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_39 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">TABLE OF CONTENTS<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66844a95c3a63\" class=\"cssicon\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #7f11e0;color:#7f11e0\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\" \/><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #7f11e0;color:#7f11e0\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66844a95c3a63\" class=\"cssiconcheckbox\">1<\/label><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-66844a95c3a63\" checked><nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 \"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/fix-computer-randomly-turns-on-by-itself\/#What_Causes_My_Computer_to_Turn_On_By_Itself\" title=\"What Causes My Computer to Turn On By Itself?\">What Causes My Computer to Turn On By Itself?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/fix-computer-randomly-turns-on-by-itself\/#How_to_Fix_a_Computer_That_Randomly_Turns_On_By_Itself\" title=\"How to Fix a Computer That Randomly Turns On By Itself\">How to Fix a Computer That Randomly Turns On By Itself<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/fix-computer-randomly-turns-on-by-itself\/#1_Prevent_Your_Devices_from_Waking_Your_Computer\" title=\"1. Prevent Your Devices from Waking Your Computer\">1. Prevent Your Devices from Waking Your Computer<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/fix-computer-randomly-turns-on-by-itself\/#2_Disable_Scheduled_Tasks\" title=\"2. Disable Scheduled Tasks\">2. Disable Scheduled Tasks<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/fix-computer-randomly-turns-on-by-itself\/#3_Turn_Off_Fast_Startup\" title=\"3. Turn Off Fast Startup\">3. Turn Off Fast Startup<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/fix-computer-randomly-turns-on-by-itself\/#4_Disable_Automatic_Maintenance\" title=\"4. Disable Automatic Maintenance\">4. Disable Automatic Maintenance<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/fix-computer-randomly-turns-on-by-itself\/#5_Disable_Automatic_Restarting\" title=\"5. Disable Automatic Restarting\">5. Disable Automatic Restarting<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/fix-computer-randomly-turns-on-by-itself\/#6_Disable_Wake_on_Lan\" title=\"6. Disable Wake on Lan\">6. Disable Wake on Lan<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/fix-computer-randomly-turns-on-by-itself\/#7_Scan_for_Malware\" title=\"7. Scan for Malware\">7. Scan for Malware<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/fix-computer-randomly-turns-on-by-itself\/#8_Inspect_Hardware_Components\" title=\"8. Inspect Hardware Components\">8. Inspect Hardware Components<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/fix-computer-randomly-turns-on-by-itself\/#FAQ\" title=\"FAQ\">FAQ<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/fix-computer-randomly-turns-on-by-itself\/#Why_does_my_computer_turn_on_by_itself\" title=\"Why does my computer turn on by itself? \">Why does my computer turn on by itself? <\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/fix-computer-randomly-turns-on-by-itself\/#Why_does_my_computer_randomly_turn_itself_on_at_the_same_time\" title=\"Why does my computer randomly turn itself on at the same time?\">Why does my computer randomly turn itself on at the same time?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/fix-computer-randomly-turns-on-by-itself\/#Can_overheating_cause_my_computer_to_randomly_turn_on\" title=\"Can overheating cause my computer to randomly turn on?\">Can overheating cause my computer to randomly turn on?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/fix-computer-randomly-turns-on-by-itself\/#Why_does_my_monitor_turn_itself_on_and_off\" title=\" Why does my monitor turn itself on and off?\"> Why does my monitor turn itself on and off?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/fix-computer-randomly-turns-on-by-itself\/#Why_is_my_computer_slow_to_shut_down\" title=\"Why is my computer slow to shut down?\">Why is my computer slow to shut down?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/fix-computer-randomly-turns-on-by-itself\/#Over_to_You\" title=\"Over to You\">Over to You<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>When your computer randomly turns on by itself, it can be a major cause for alarm.<\/p>\n<p>All kinds of worrying thoughts might run through your head \u2014 is my hardware faulty? Have I been hit by malware? Will the repair be costly or even possible?<\/p>\n<p>Not only that, but it can also be incredibly infuriating, especially if your computer turns on at night when you\u2019re trying to get some much-needed sleep.<\/p>\n<p>But don\u2019t worry, a blaring, bright screen won\u2019t have to plague your nights any longer: I\u2019ve gathered the 8 most common (and effective) solutions for this problem in this article.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll also be relieved to know that, in most cases, your computer turning on by itself isn\u2019t caused by something serious but rather due to a small misconfiguration of your settings, peripherals, or software.<\/p>\n<p>Virtually all of the fixes are easy too!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_My_Computer_to_Turn_On_By_Itself\"><\/span>What Causes My Computer to Turn On By Itself?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Unsurprisingly, your computer turns on by itself when it\u2019s awoken by something, whether by software, settings, hardware, or an external peripheral.<\/p>\n<p>Common causes include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Accidental input from peripherals (aka your cat playing at your desk)<\/li>\n<li>Automatic maintenance and restarts<\/li>\n<li>Scheduled tasks and having wake timers enabled<\/li>\n<li>Fast startup<\/li>\n<li>Malware<\/li>\n<li>A hardware fault<\/li>\n<li>Wake on LAN<\/li>\n<li>Automatic switching between power-saving modes<\/li>\n<li>Power outages<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Not familiar with the likes of \u201cscheduled tasks,\u201d \u201cwake timers,\u201d and \u201cfast startup?\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t worry, I\u2019ll explain everything in detail and guide you through the process.<\/p>\n<p>If you get stuck or confused at any point, you can also chat with our <a href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/forum\/\">experts in the forum<\/a> or drop a comment down below.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Fix_a_Computer_That_Randomly_Turns_On_By_Itself\"><\/span>How to Fix a Computer That Randomly Turns On By Itself<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Prevent_Your_Devices_from_Waking_Your_Computer\"><\/span>1. Prevent Your Devices from Waking Your Computer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>External peripherals are the most common reason a computer randomly turns on by itself. You can often determine if a device is the cause by using the command prompt:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Search for &#8220;CMD&#8221; or &#8220;Command&#8221; in the Windows Search (Taskbar), right-click the resulting &#8220;Command Prompt&#8221;-Item, and launch it as administrator<\/li>\n<li>In the command prompt, type \u201cpowercfg -lastwake\u201d and hit \u201cEnter.\u201d This will give you information about what caused your device to wake up from its last sleep transition. Usually it\u2019s caused by your mouse, keyboard, or network adapter (Wake on LAN).<\/li>\n<li>You can also type \u201cpowercfg \u2013devicequery wake_armed\u201d and press \u201cEnter.\u201d It\u2019ll show you a list of all the devices that are able to wake up your device.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1075\" height=\"456\" class=\"wp-image-21525\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-devicequery-wake_armed.png\" alt=\"powercfg \u2013devicequery wake_armed\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-devicequery-wake_armed.png 1075w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-devicequery-wake_armed-300x127.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-devicequery-wake_armed-1024x434.png 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-devicequery-wake_armed-768x326.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1075px) 100vw, 1075px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1075\" height=\"456\" class=\"wp-image-21525 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201075%20456%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"powercfg \u2013devicequery wake_armed\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201075%20456%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 1075w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1075px) 100vw, 1075px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-devicequery-wake_armed.png 1075w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-devicequery-wake_armed-300x127.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-devicequery-wake_armed-1024x434.png 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-devicequery-wake_armed-768x326.png 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-devicequery-wake_armed.png\"><\/p>\n<p>If a device is the cause, you can prevent it from waking up your computer in the Device Manager:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Press the X and Windows keys simultaneously and choose \u201cDevice Manager.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Double click or right-click on the necessary device, then go to \u201cProperties,\u201d \u201cPower Management.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Uncheck the \u201cAllow this device to wake up computer\u201d box.<\/li>\n<li>Apply the changes.<\/li>\n<li>Repeat for other devices if the issue still persists. Don\u2019t forget to disable the option for your network adapter as well.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21526\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/device-manager-properties.png\" alt=\"Device Manager Properties\" width=\"962\" height=\"701\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/device-manager-properties.png 962w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/device-manager-properties-300x219.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/device-manager-properties-768x560.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 962px) 100vw, 962px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21526 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20962%20701%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Device Manager Properties\" width=\"962\" height=\"701\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20962%20701%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 962w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 962px) 100vw, 962px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/device-manager-properties.png 962w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/device-manager-properties-300x219.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/device-manager-properties-768x560.png 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/device-manager-properties.png\"><\/p>\n<p>If this didn\u2019t solve your issue? Don\u2019t worry, there\u2019s plenty more troubleshooting methods you can try!<\/p>\n<p>Keep on reading.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Disable_Scheduled_Tasks\"><\/span>2. Disable Scheduled Tasks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Scheduled tasks in Windows OS can cause your PC to automatically turn on, so it\u2019s worth disabling these to see if it fixes the problem. Make sure to disable scheduled tasks for both Windows and third-party programs.<\/p>\n<p>You can actually pinpoint which scheduled tasks are causing the issue in the command prompt:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Open the command prompt (as an administrator).<\/li>\n<li>Type \u201cpowercfg \/waketimers\u201d and press enter. This will give you a list of all tasks that are able to wake up your device.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1075\" height=\"495\" class=\"wp-image-21527\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-waketimers.png\" alt=\"powercfg \/waketimers\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-waketimers.png 1075w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-waketimers-300x138.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-waketimers-1024x472.png 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-waketimers-768x354.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1075px) 100vw, 1075px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1075\" height=\"495\" class=\"wp-image-21527 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201075%20495%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"powercfg \/waketimers\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201075%20495%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 1075w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1075px) 100vw, 1075px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-waketimers.png 1075w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-waketimers-300x138.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-waketimers-1024x472.png 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-waketimers-768x354.png 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/powercfg-waketimers.png\"><\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll next want to disable these active tasks:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Hold the Windows and R keys simultaneously. Type \u201ctaskschd.msc\u201d and hit \u201cEnter.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Open the \u201cTask Scheduler Library\u201d file to access the list of scheduled tasks.<\/li>\n<li>Select the scheduled task of your choice.<\/li>\n<li>Click \u201cProperties\u201d and open the \u201cConditions\u201d tab.<\/li>\n<li>Under \u201cPower,\u201d untick \u201cWake the computer to run this task.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Press \u201cOk\u201d to apply the changes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21528\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/task-scheduler-library.png\" alt=\"Task Scheduler Library\" width=\"967\" height=\"820\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/task-scheduler-library.png 967w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/task-scheduler-library-300x254.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/task-scheduler-library-768x651.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 967px) 100vw, 967px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21528 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20967%20820%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Task Scheduler Library\" width=\"967\" height=\"820\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20967%20820%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 967w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 967px) 100vw, 967px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/task-scheduler-library.png 967w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/task-scheduler-library-300x254.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/task-scheduler-library-768x651.png 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/task-scheduler-library.png\"><\/p>\n<p>You can also adjust the timings of scheduled tasks in the \u201ctriggers\u201d tab.<\/p>\n<p>This will ensure that any active tasks only occur during the day \u2014 or whenever is most convenient for you \u2014 and not at 4 in the morning.<\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21529\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/task-scheduler-library-triggers.png\" alt=\"Task Scheduler Library Triggers\" width=\"778\" height=\"602\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/task-scheduler-library-triggers.png 778w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/task-scheduler-library-triggers-300x232.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/task-scheduler-library-triggers-768x594.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 778px) 100vw, 778px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21529 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20778%20602%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Task Scheduler Library Triggers\" width=\"778\" height=\"602\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20778%20602%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 778w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 778px) 100vw, 778px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/task-scheduler-library-triggers.png 778w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/task-scheduler-library-triggers-300x232.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/task-scheduler-library-triggers-768x594.png 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/task-scheduler-library-triggers.png\"><\/p>\n<p>If you want to disable wake timers for everything, you can do so in the Control Panel:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Type \u201cControl Panel\u201d in the Windows Start search bar. Hit \u201cEnter.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Go to \u201cPower Options,\u201d \u201cHardware and Sounds,\u201d and then \u201cChange Plan Settings.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Select \u201cChange Advanced Power Settings.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Open the \u201cSleep\u201d tab and click \u201cAllow Wake Timers.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Disable the \u201cOn Battery\u201d and \u201cPlugged In\u201d options.<\/li>\n<li>Apply the changes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21530\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/power-options.png\" alt=\"Power Options\" width=\"977\" height=\"723\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/power-options.png 977w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/power-options-300x222.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/power-options-768x568.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 977px) 100vw, 977px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21530 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20977%20723%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Power Options\" width=\"977\" height=\"723\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20977%20723%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 977w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 977px) 100vw, 977px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/power-options.png 977w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/power-options-300x222.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/power-options-768x568.png 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/power-options.png\"><\/p>\n<p>Always make sure you run the command prompt as administrator. Otherwise, you won\u2019t be able to make the necessary changes.<\/p>\n<p>If you don\u2019t have any scheduled tasks enabled, or you\u2019re still experiencing the problem despite disabling them, another typical fix is to turn off fast startup.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Turn_Off_Fast_Startup\"><\/span>3. Turn Off Fast Startup<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>As its name suggests, fast startup is a Windows feature designed to help your computer boot quickly. It\u2019s enabled by default on most devices.<\/p>\n<p>While convenient, fast startup has been known to cause computers to turn on by themselves, so you should try disabling this feature to see if it fixes the issue.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Click on the Windows start button.<\/li>\n<li>In the search bar, type \u201cControl Panel\u201d and then press \u201cEnter.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Select \u201cHardware and Sound,\u201d \u201cPower Options.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Click on the \u201cChoose what the power buttons do\u201d tab.<\/li>\n<li>Select \u201cChange settings that are currently unavailable.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Under \u201cShutdown Settings,\u201d untick the \u201cTurn On Fast Startup\u201d option.<\/li>\n<li>Save the changes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Without fast startup enabled, your computer will boot slightly slower the next time you use it.<\/p>\n<p>However, in my opinion, this is a worthy tradeoff if you never want to deal with your screen waking you up at 2 am again.<\/p>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21531\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/power-options-system-settings.png\" alt=\"Power Options - System Settings\" width=\"962\" height=\"722\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/power-options-system-settings.png 962w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/power-options-system-settings-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/power-options-system-settings-768x576.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 962px) 100vw, 962px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21531 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20962%20722%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Power Options - System Settings\" width=\"962\" height=\"722\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20962%20722%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 962w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 962px) 100vw, 962px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/power-options-system-settings.png 962w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/power-options-system-settings-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/power-options-system-settings-768x576.png 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/power-options-system-settings.png\"><\/p>\n<p>But if this method has made no difference? You\u2019ll next want to try disabling your PC\u2019s automatic maintenance.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Disable_Automatic_Maintenance\"><\/span>4. Disable Automatic Maintenance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Both Windows 10 and 11 have a feature called \u201cautomatic maintenance,\u201d which allows your PC to turn itself on when it needs to perform maintenance tasks.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to disable it:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Go to the \u201cControl Panel,\u201d select \u201cSystem and Security,\u201d then \u201cSecurity and Maintenance.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Under the \u201cMaintenance\u201d tab, click \u201cChange Maintenance Settings.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Untick \u201cAllow scheduled maintenance to wake up my computer.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Click \u201cOk\u201d to apply the changes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21532\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/security-and-maintenance.png\" alt=\"Security and Maintenance\" width=\"971\" height=\"728\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/security-and-maintenance.png 971w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/security-and-maintenance-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/security-and-maintenance-768x576.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 971px) 100vw, 971px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21532 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20971%20728%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Security and Maintenance\" width=\"971\" height=\"728\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20971%20728%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 971w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 971px) 100vw, 971px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/security-and-maintenance.png 971w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/security-and-maintenance-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/security-and-maintenance-768x576.png 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/security-and-maintenance.png\"><\/p>\n<p>The above should solve the problem in most cases, but if you want to completely disable automatic maintenance you\u2019ll need to access the Registry Editor.<\/p>\n<p>Be warned that editing the Registry can be dangerous if not done properly, so you should only do this if you're experienced with computers. You should also <a href=\"https:\/\/support.microsoft.com\/en-us\/topic\/how-to-back-up-or-transfer-your-data-on-a-windows-based-computer-bd7e1bcf-15ea-078b-922f-6d6fcca76c7e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">make a full backup of your device<\/a>.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Hold the \u201cWindows\u201d and \u201cR\u201d keys simultaneously<\/li>\n<li>Type \u201cregedit\u201d and hit Enter.<\/li>\n<li>Double-click on the \u201cHKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\u201d file, then open \u201cSoftware.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Double-click the \u201cMicrosoft\u201d file, then \u201cWindows NT\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Double-click \u201cCurrentVersion\u201d and select \u201cSchedule.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Open the \u201cMaintenance\u201d folder.<\/li>\n<li>Check if there\u2019s a \u201cMaintenancedisabled\u201d file. If there isn\u2019t, right-click in the folder, select \u201cNew,\u201d then \u201cDWORD (32-bit) Value.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Name the file \u201cMaintenanceDisabled.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Double-click on the file, and then set its value data to 1. Press \u201cOK\u201d to apply the changes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21533\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-registry.png\" alt=\"Windows Registry\" width=\"1171\" height=\"717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-registry.png 1171w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-registry-300x184.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-registry-1024x627.png 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-registry-768x470.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1171px) 100vw, 1171px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21533 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201171%20717%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Windows Registry\" width=\"1171\" height=\"717\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201171%20717%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 1171w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1171px) 100vw, 1171px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-registry.png 1171w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-registry-300x184.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-registry-1024x627.png 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-registry-768x470.png 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-registry.png\"><\/p>\n<p>Automatic maintenance should now be completely disabled. Whenever you want to re-enable this feature, simply go back and change the value data to 0.<\/p>\n<p>While you\u2019re at it, you might also want to consider disabling another default Windows feature, known as automatic restarting.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Disable_Automatic_Restarting\"><\/span>5. Disable Automatic Restarting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>This built-in feature essentially makes your PC auto-restart if a system failure occurs. While helpful, this feature can sometimes happen abruptly and cause any unsaved data to be lost.<\/p>\n<p>It can also cause your PC to get stuck in a boot loop, making it look like your device is randomly turning on by itself.<\/p>\n<p>If the methods above haven\u2019t worked so far, it\u2019s definitely worth disabling this feature:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Click Windows Start, type \u201cControl Panel\u201d in the search bar, and then hit Enter.<\/li>\n<li>Select \u201cSystem and Security,\u201d then \u201cSystem.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Select \u201cAdvanced System Settings.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Under the \u201cStartup and Recovery\u201d tab, choose \u201cSettings.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Untick the \u201cAutomatically Restart\u201d option.<\/li>\n<li>Click \u201cOK\u201d to apply the changes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21534\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/system-and-security-advanced-system-settings.png\" alt=\"System and Security - Advanced System Settings\" width=\"1068\" height=\"656\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/system-and-security-advanced-system-settings.png 1068w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/system-and-security-advanced-system-settings-300x184.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/system-and-security-advanced-system-settings-1024x629.png 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/system-and-security-advanced-system-settings-768x472.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1068px) 100vw, 1068px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21534 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201068%20656%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"System and Security - Advanced System Settings\" width=\"1068\" height=\"656\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201068%20656%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 1068w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1068px) 100vw, 1068px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/system-and-security-advanced-system-settings.png 1068w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/system-and-security-advanced-system-settings-300x184.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/system-and-security-advanced-system-settings-1024x629.png 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/system-and-security-advanced-system-settings-768x472.png 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/system-and-security-advanced-system-settings.png\"><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Disable_Wake_on_Lan\"><\/span>6. Disable Wake on Lan<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Wake on Lan (WOL) is another Windows feature that has been known to cause your computer to randomly turn on by itself. Disabling it is a pretty easy process:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>In the Windows Start search bar, type \u201cDevice Manager\u201d and hit Enter.<\/li>\n<li>Double-click on the \u2018Network Adapters\u201d tab<\/li>\n<li>Double-click on the relevant network adapter to open its properties.<\/li>\n<li>Select the \u201cAdvanced\u201d tab, and then locate the \u201cWake on Magic Packet&#8221; option.<\/li>\n<li>Set the value to \u201cDisabled.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Apply the changes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21535\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/device-manager.png\" alt=\"Device Manager\" width=\"966\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/device-manager.png 966w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/device-manager-300x186.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/device-manager-768x477.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 966px) 100vw, 966px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21535 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20966%20600%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Device Manager\" width=\"966\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%20966%20600%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 966w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 966px) 100vw, 966px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/device-manager.png 966w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/device-manager-300x186.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/device-manager-768x477.png 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/device-manager.png\"><\/p>\n<p>Shut down your computer and check if the issue has now been solved. If your computer continues to turn on by itself randomly, you\u2019ll want to next scan for malware.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Scan_for_Malware\"><\/span>7. Scan for Malware<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Malware is a plague in the computer realm. It attacks your device and can steal vital information, ruin its performance, and shorten its lifespan.<\/p>\n<p>Unsurprisingly, malware can also cause your computer to randomly turn on by itself, especially if it has changed your system settings or corrupted data files.<\/p>\n<p>But don\u2019t sweat it. There are plenty of antivirus scanners out there that can keep malware at bay (or deal with a current malware attack). I personally recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.malwarebytes.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Malwarebytes<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Windows also has a built-in virus scanner, which you can easily access in Windows Security:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>In the Windows Start search bar, type \u201cWindows Security.\u201d Hit Enter.<\/li>\n<li>Select \u201cVirus &amp; Threat Protection.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Click \u201cQuick Scan.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21536\" src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-virus-and-threat-protection.png\" alt=\"Windows Virus &amp; Threat Protection\" width=\"1267\" height=\"872\" srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-virus-and-threat-protection.png 1267w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-virus-and-threat-protection-300x206.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-virus-and-threat-protection-1024x705.png 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-virus-and-threat-protection-768x529.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1267px) 100vw, 1267px\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"img-with-border alignnone wp-image-21536 lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201267%20872%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E\" alt=\"Windows Virus &amp; Threat Protection\" width=\"1267\" height=\"872\" srcset=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns%3D%22http%3A%2F%2Fwww.w3.org%2F2000%2Fsvg%22%20viewBox%3D%220%200%201267%20872%22%3E%3C%2Fsvg%3E 1267w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1267px) 100vw, 1267px\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-virus-and-threat-protection.png 1267w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-virus-and-threat-protection-300x206.png 300w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-virus-and-threat-protection-1024x705.png 1024w, https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-virus-and-threat-protection-768x529.png 768w\" data-src=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/media\/2023\/01\/windows-virus-and-threat-protection.png\"><\/p>\n<p>If the scan and\/or your premium antivirus scanner has given you the all-clear, you\u2019ll next want to inspect your hardware.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Inspect_Hardware_Components\"><\/span>8. Inspect Hardware Components<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If none of the fixes above have worked, it\u2019s possible you have a hardware issue. Several components can cause this issue, but the most typical cause is a stuck power button.<\/p>\n<p>Inspect the power button and check whether it appears stuck. It can be difficult to determine this with the naked eye, so make sure to press and feel around the button.<\/p>\n<p>If there\u2019s some tension (or stickiness) when you press it, it\u2019s possible that there\u2019s dust, dirt, or debris trapped inside. Wipe it with a microfiber cloth and gently use a toothpick to clean out the crevices around the button.<\/p>\n<p>If the button looks clean and physically feels fine, it\u2019s possible you have a faulty Power Supply Unit (PSU). You\u2019ll need to speak to your manufacturer and\/or take it in for repairs.<\/p>\n<p>You should also make sure it\u2019s properly connected to your motherboard. If you need help with this, you can check out our dedicated how-to guide on the topic <a href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/psu-cable-guide\/\">right here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re comfortable with hardware, you can perform <a href=\"https:\/\/help.corsair.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360025085372-How-to-Test-a-PSU-Power-Supply-Unit-\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the paperclip test<\/a> to determine whether your PSU is actually faulty.<\/p>\n<p>You should also make sure your fans are working properly and there\u2019s sufficient airflow.<\/p>\n<p>Overheating can definitely cause your computer to crash and randomly turn on and off. We actually cover ways to beat the heat in this guide. You should also undo any <a href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/can-you-overclock-a-laptop\/\">overclocking<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Aside from hardware, you\u2019ll also want to make sure all your cables are properly connected, and that the power socket isn\u2019t faulty. Swap to a new power socket and see if the issue still persists.<\/p>\n<p>Also, if you experience power outages frequently, this can cause your PC to turn on by itself. To prevent this from happening because of a power interruption, <a href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/how-to-enter-bios\/\">go into your BIOS<\/a>, and in the Power Options set &#8220;Restore on AC Power Loss&#8221; to &#8220;OFF&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p>This will keep the computer off if it encounters a power interruption.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQ\"><\/span>FAQ<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_computer_turn_on_by_itself\"><\/span><strong>Why does my computer turn on by itself? <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Several things can cause a computer to randomly turn on by itself, including peripherals, scheduled tasks, automatic maintenance, fast startup, and a stuck power button.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_computer_randomly_turn_itself_on_at_the_same_time\"><\/span><strong>Why does my computer randomly turn itself on at the same time?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s likely that you have an active scheduled task set to that time of day.<\/p>\n<p>You can disable scheduled tasks \u2014 or change the time they run \u2014 by following method 2.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_overheating_cause_my_computer_to_randomly_turn_on\"><\/span><strong>Can overheating cause my computer to randomly turn on?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Overheating can cause PCs to randomly restart and sometimes switch off entirely.<\/p>\n<p>If the culprit is overheating, you\u2019ll likely experience performance issues as well, like stuttering and crashes.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_monitor_turn_itself_on_and_off\"><\/span><strong> Why does my monitor turn itself on and off?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The most common cause is faulty or improperly connected cables.<\/p>\n<p>Other potential causes include an insufficient power supply, faulty GPU, and out-of-date drivers.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_computer_slow_to_shut_down\"><\/span><strong>Why is my computer slow to shut down?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If your computer is slow to shut down, it\u2019s likely because you have lots of tasks and applications running in the background.<\/p>\n<p>Other possible reasons include malware, a power problem, and corrupted registry files.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Over_to_You\"><\/span>Over to You<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><em><strong>That\u2019s a wrap! We hope the fixes above have helped you gain back control over your computer (and sleep). But if they haven\u2019t, always remember that you can seek advice from a professional at a repair shop, or even reach out to experts in <a href=\"https:\/\/g100.us\/forum\/\">our forum<\/a>.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Leave a <a href=\"#comments\">comment<\/a> below and let us know which fix worked for you. Feel free to share any other fixes we haven\u2019t listed above too \u2014 you may help a fellow PC user!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When your computer randomly turns on by itself, it can be a major cause for alarm. All kinds of worrying thoughts might run through your head \u2014 is my hardware faulty? Have I been hit by malware? Will the repair be costly or even possible? 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