How to Prevent PC or Laptop from Going to Sleep Mode?

Sleep Mode is the terminology mostly used in the computer world. The sleep mode is useful for people who are away from the computer/laptop for longer than expected, as enabling the sleep mode keeps the battery from wearing down unnecessarily. However, there are sometimes when you need your computer to stay on.

How to Stop PC/Laptop from going to Sleep Mode on Windows XP?

1. Right-click the desktop and select "Properties"


2. Click the "Screen Saver" tab and then click on "Power" button at the bottom.


3. Change the option to "Never" from the drop-down menu which you can find beside "System Standby" option.


4. Click "Apply" ->"Ok" -> "Ok"
   

How to Disable Sleep Mode on Windows Vista?

1. Start" menu -> Control Panel -> "System and Maintenance" and then select "Power Options"


2. Select "High Performance" to disable the overall sleep mode. The monitor will still go into sleep mode unless you click "Change Plan Settings" and disable all sleep options.
   

How to Turn Off Sleep Mode Option on Windows 7?

1. Goto "Start" > "Control Panel"


2. Double-click "Power Options"


3. Select "High Performance" under "Additional Plans" and then click "Change Plan Settings." Change all of the options to say "Never".