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    How do I make the internet not shut off when I close laptop

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by konstantine, Feb 10, 2007.

  1. konstantine

    konstantine Notebook Enthusiast

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    I want to keep AIM running or MSN but when I close the laptop it disconnects me from my network. Is there any way to keep it going when I close it?
     
    konstantine, Feb 10, 2007
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  2. BENDER

    BENDER EX-NBR member :'(

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    Change power options and set lid close action to do nothing
     
    BENDER, Feb 10, 2007
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    tphilly1984 Notebook Evangelist

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    yes
    in your power options change it so that your laptop doesnt go into hibernation or standby when you close your lid, it will keep on running continuously without kicking you from your network
     
    tphilly1984, Feb 10, 2007
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  4. pukemon

    pukemon are you unplugged?

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    you might want to make sure your laptop is well ventilated if you choose to do this. it's possible it could overheat even when idle.
     
    pukemon, Feb 10, 2007
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    PCModifiers Notebook Consultant

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    Also you may want to make sure that in device manager the checkmark is removed from this setting
     

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  6. konstantine

    konstantine Notebook Enthusiast

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    Great thanks for the help! :D
     
    konstantine, Feb 10, 2007
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  7. BENDER

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    Let us know if it worked for you ;)
     
    BENDER, Feb 10, 2007
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