Power management unable to exit low power state

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The computer becomes extremely slow or "stuck" in a low-performance mode even when plugged in.

Symptoms
  • CPU stuck at 0.8GHz
  • Laggy UI
  • Slow app opening
Possible Causes
  • BD PROCHOT signal
  • Failing power adapter
  • Thermal throttling bug

Step-by-Step Fix

1

Unplug and Replug

Forces the OS to re-evaluate the power source and performance level.

2

Use ThrottleStop

Advanced users can use this tool to see if "BD PROCHOT" is being triggered incorrectly.

3

Check for Overheating

If the system is too hot, it will lock the CPU to the lowest speed to cool down.

When to See a Technician

A failing power adapter can cause the motherboard to throttle the CPU to save power.

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