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Stop USB devices powering off (global)

NetworkModerate riskReboot requiredReversible

Sets DisableSelectiveSuspend = 1 under the USB service so Windows stops cutting power to idle USB devices. Fixes the classic symptom of a USB network adapter, mouse or keyboard randomly dropping out. Slightly higher idle power draw. Reboot required; reversible.

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Official documentation: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/drivers/usbcon/usb-selective-suspend

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