auto sleep

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Auto sleep is a power-saving feature in Windows that automatically puts the computer into a low-power state after a period of inactivity. Discussions on WindowsForum cover configuring auto-sleep timers in Windows 7, such as setting the PC to sleep after a specific time while listening to music. Users also report issues like BSODs occurring after monitor auto-sleep or during gaming, and problems with the taskbar disappearing after waking from auto-sleep. Additionally, some users seek ways to exclude certain programs (e.g., Chrome, Windows Live Messenger) from preventing auto-sleep. These threads highlight common troubleshooting scenarios and configuration tips for managing auto-sleep behavior on Windows systems.

  1. Retro 18-Key Wireless Numpad Review: Ergonomics, Security & Setup

    The compact 18‑key cordless numeric keypad — the retro, round‑keycap mini number pad sold under a variety of generic and small‑brand names — is an inexpensive, plug‑and‑play way to restore a dedicated number pad to a laptop or compact keyboard, but buyers should weigh real‑world ergonomics...
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    Windows 7 BSOD after monitor auto-sleep and while playing games

    Hi, I have been getting BSOD sometimes after the monitor has been put to sleep automatically, and consistently while playing games (after ~20 min). I have attached the SF Diagnostic file with cpu-z screenshot and RAMMon report. I have tried turning off the antivirus. But it did not have any...
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    Windows 7 Windows 7 sleep exclusions

    Hey I am wondering I have auto-sleep function on my windows 7 computer and have noticed something. Windows 7 won`t sleep if Windows Live Messenger is running... So I`m wondering is there a way to configure windows 7 to not sleep if say google chrome is running. P.S. My keyboard went french so...
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    • application auto sleep chrome configuration exclusions sleep windows 7 windows live messenger
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support
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    Windows 7 make windows 7 auto-sleep/standby after time

    so i like to listen to pandora before i sleep, is there a way to make windows 7 sleep/standby (not hibernate) after like an hour or after X time?
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    • auto sleep configuration pandora power options rest mode settings sleep mode sleep timer standby windows 7
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    • Forum: Windows Software
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    Windows 7 disappearing start/task bar

    this isn't too critical a problem as a re-boot easily fixes it but... after a few hours of being on, if i leave my computer and it goes into screen saver/auto-sleep mode, upon waking it again, the start bar and task bar disappears. however, the start button is still there. i can click on it...
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    • auto sleep graphics driver intel nvidia reboot screensaver start bar system specs task manager taskbar troubleshooting user questions windows 7
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    • Forum: Windows Help and Support