Block+Windows+7+from+Hibernating


 * Block Windows 7 from Hibernating **

It is really annoying when you try to shut down Windows, but instead the system Hibernates. Periodically rebooting your PC can clear out old items from memory and give it a bit of a speed boost once it has restarted. But hibernating treats the PC as if it has not been switched off at all, and instead reloads everything so the PC is just as it was when you shut it down.

The Hibernation process also creates a large **hiberfil.sys** cluttering-up your hard drive.

Fortunately, you can disable hibernation, by applying a quick registry tweak.

First, Implement my tip on Backing up the Registry.

Once you have created the backup, then proceed as follows: -


 * 1) Press [**Windows Key**] + [**R**], type **REGEDIT** and click **OK**.
 * 2) Navigate to the registry key: **HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\​SYSTEM\​CurrentControlSet\​Control\​Power**
 * 3) In the right-hand panel, double-click on **HibernateEnabled** and set the Value data field to **0** then click **OK**.
 * 4) Close the Registry Editor and reboot your PC for the changes to take effect.