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    Is there any way to keep the computer on...

    Discussion in 'Dell' started by judgedee, Jan 16, 2008.

  1. judgedee

    judgedee Notebook Consultant

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    when the screen is closed? I want to download and defrag my comp at night when I am asleep but if I close my LCD my m1530 goes to sleep. Is there a setting that I can change?
     
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  2. nizzy1115

    nizzy1115 Notebook Prophet

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    Yes its in the power management section of vista. Select do nothing when i shut my lid.
     
    nizzy1115, Jan 16, 2008
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  3. ACHlLLES

    ACHlLLES Notebook Virtuoso

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    I wouldn't though. Better airflow if it's open.
     
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    Control panel / power options

    Change plan setting (on whichever you are using)

    Change advanced power settings

    See the power buttons and lid in the list?? Click the "+" to expand
    See the lid close action?

    Carry on from here....
     
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  5. judgedee

    judgedee Notebook Consultant

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    found it thanks :)
     
    judgedee, Jan 16, 2008
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