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Is there a way to keep the computer from going to sleep mode so I can technically use it as a desktop? I mean, having the laptop hooked to an external keyboard and monitor but with out the computer going to sleep mode when I bring the laptop's screen down. And can this be accomplished with out a docking station.?

Laptop is an hp G62

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As noted, the OS can be set to keep the machine running with the lid closed, so an HP G62 (or similar) can be used as a desktop without a docking station. Below are practical, OS-specific steps, plus troubleshooting and safety notes that add to the answers already posted.

Windows (7/8/10/11): use the projection shortcut (Win+P) to pick the external screen (or “Second screen only”) and make the external display the primary display in Display settings (right‑click desktop → Display settings → Make this my main display). To stop sleep on lid close, set the lid action in Power Options (Control Panel → Hardware and Sound → Power Options → Choose what closing the lid does) — set “When I close the lid” to “Do nothing” for Plugged in (recommended). If the external monitor goes black after closing the lid: update graphics drivers, try a different video port (HDMI vs VGA), set the external as the main display, and check for any HP/OEM power utilities or BIOS options that might override Windows.

macOS: MacBooks support “clamshell” mode. With the power adapter connected and an external display plus keyboard/mouse attached (USB or paired Bluetooth that can wake the Mac), closing the lid will keep the system running on the external screen.

Linux (systemd): edit /etc/systemd/logind.conf and add/modify:

[Login]
HandleLidSwitch=ignore
HandleLidSwitchDocked=ignore

then run:

sudo systemctl restart systemd-logind

Also check desktop power-manager settings (GNOME/KDE) which can override systemd.

Notes & cautions: keep “do nothing” only for AC power to avoid battery drain and possible overheating. Closing the lid can reduce airflow on many laptops—monitor CPU temperatures under load and consider a stand or cooling pad. If settings don’t persist, verify BIOS/UEFI and any HP power-management software. For long-term desktop use without a dock, a powered USB hub or simple USB dock can provide extra ports without the expense of a full docking station.

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You can change your power settings so that it doesn't sleep when closing the lid. I usually set it that way for when it is plugged into wall power, but you can do it for when it is on battery as well.

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You can change your power settings so that it doesn't sleep when closing the lid. I usually set it that way for when it is plugged into wall power, but you can do it for when it is on battery as well.

Awesome, I wouldn't have thought of the settings.

Thank you

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