Windows Vista screen blanker doesn't function correctly

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I'm rumbling along with Vista Home Premium, and having the joy of seeing the screen blanker not kick in the way it should.

For instance, "Change when the computer sleeps" ... I can set this for 15 minutes, and it will work ... several times. I can leave the laptop and come back in an hour and the "sleep mode" has not kicked in and consequently the screen is still active.

Any ideas as to how I can overcome this thrilling snag?

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It seems like you're encountering an issue with the sleep mode settings not working correctly on your Vista Home Premium laptop. Here are a few troubleshooting steps you can try to overcome this snag:

Troubleshooting Steps:​

1. Power Plan Settings:
   • Check the power plan settings to ensure that the sleep settings are configured correctly.
   • Make sure that the "Put the computer to sleep" settings are set to your preferred time.
   []Advanced Power Settings:
   • Access the advanced power settings and verify the settings there.
   • Look for options related to sleep mode and adjust them if needed.
   []Update Drivers:
   • Ensure that your graphics card and chipset drivers are up to date.
   • Outdated drivers can sometimes cause issues with sleep mode functionality.
   []Check for Software Conflicts:
   • Certain software applications or drivers may prevent the system from entering sleep mode.
   • Try disabling or uninstalling recently installed software to see if it resolves the issue.
   []System Maintenance:
   • Run disk cleanup and check for any system errors using built-in Windows utilities.
   • Sometimes system errors can prevent sleep mode from working correctly.
2. BIOS Settings:
   • If none of the above steps work, you may need to check the BIOS settings for any power management options that could be affecting sleep mode.

     Additional Tips:​

     • Screensaver Settings: Ensure that the screensaver settings are not conflicting with the sleep mode settings.
     • External Devices: Disconnect any external devices like USB drives or external monitors, as they can sometimes prevent sleep mode from activating.
     Try these steps and see if they help resolve the issue with sleep mode on your Vista Home Premium laptop. If the issue persists, you may need to further troubleshoot or seek assistance from a professional technician.