Windows XP-based portable computer stops responding if you connect or disconnect the AC Power cord while the computer is entering standby (886704)

RESOLUTION

Hotfix information

A supported hotfix is now available from Microsoft, but it is only intended to correct the problem that is described in this article. Only apply it to systems that are experiencing this specific problem. This hotfix may receive additional testing. Therefore, if you are not severely affected by this problem, we recommend that you wait for the next Windows XP service pack that contains this hotfix.

To resolve this problem immediately, contact Microsoft Product Support Services to obtain the hotfix. For a complete list of Microsoft Product Support Services telephone numbers and information about support costs, visit the following Microsoft Web site:

http://support.microsoft.com/contactus/?ws=support

Note In special cases, charges that are ordinarily incurred for support calls may be canceled if a Microsoft Support Professional determines that a specific update will resolve your problem. The usual support costs will apply to additional support questions and issues that do not qualify for the specific update in question.

The English version of this hotfix has the file attributes (or later file attributes) that are listed in the following table. The dates and times for these files are listed in Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). When you view the file information, it is converted to local time. To find the difference between UTC and local time, use the Time Zone tab in the Date and Time tool in Control Panel.

Windows XP, x86-based versions


   Date         Time   Version            Size    File name
   --------------------------------------------------------------
   18-Oct-2004  21:46  5.1.2600.1601   1,899,520  Ntkrnlmp.exe     
   18-Oct-2004  21:46  5.1.2600.1601   1,955,456  Ntkrnlpa.exe     
   18-Oct-2004  21:46  5.1.2600.1601   1,928,704  Ntkrpamp.exe     
   18-Oct-2004  22:11  5.1.2600.1601   2,087,936  Ntoskrnl.exe     
   18-Oct-2004  23:31  5.1.2600.2530   2,135,552  Ntkrnlmp.exe     
   18-Oct-2004  19:54  5.1.2600.2530   2,056,704  Ntkrnlpa.exe     
   18-Oct-2004  19:54  5.1.2600.2530   2,015,232  Ntkrpamp.exe     
   18-Oct-2004  23:25  5.1.2600.2530   2,179,200  Ntoskrnl.exe

Windows XP, x64-based version


   Date         Time   Version            Size    File name    Platform
   --------------------------------------------------------------------
   18-Oct-2004  21:41  5.1.2600.1601   5,832,832  Ntkrnlmp.exe     IA-64
   18-Oct-2004  21:41  5.1.2600.1601   5,775,744  Ntoskrnl.exe     IA-64

MORE INFORMATION

Technical support for Windows x64 editions

Your hardware manufacturer provides technical support and assistance for Microsoft Windows x64 editions. Your hardware manufacturer provides support because a Windows x64 edition was included with your hardware. Your hardware manufacturer might have customized the Windows x64 edition installation with unique components. Unique components might include specific device drivers or might include optional settings to maximize the performance of the hardware. Microsoft will provide reasonable-effort assistance if you need technical help with your Windows x64 edition. However, you might have to contact your manufacturer directly. Your manufacturer is best qualified to support the software that your manufacturer installed on the hardware.

For product information about Microsoft Windows XP Professional x64 Edition, visit the following Microsoft Web site:

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/64bit/default.mspx

For product information about Microsoft Windows Server 2003 x64 editions, visit the following Microsoft Web site:

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserver2003/64bit/x64/default.mspx

For more information about the standard terminology that is used to describe Microsoft software updates, click the following article number to view the article in the Microsoft Knowledge Base:

824684 Description of the standard terminology that is used to describe Microsoft software updates