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    Standby function on closing laptops.

    Discussion in 'Windows OS and Software' started by Bodster, Nov 8, 2006.

  1. Bodster

    Bodster Notebook Enthusiast

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    When I close my laptop, it switches to standby/hibernate mode. Is there anywhere in my settings where I can modify what it does? I'm using a Travelmate 2420 with Windows XP.
     
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    Start->Control Panel->Power Options->Advanced

    "When I close the lid of my portable computer:"
    Select: Do Nothing
     
    Greg, Nov 8, 2006
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    Thank you so very much for that one. :D
     
    Bodster, Nov 8, 2006
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