Computer Does Not Enter Standby Mode While MS-DOS Prompt Has the Focus (264545)



The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition

This article was previously published under Q264545

SYMPTOMS

When you try to use Standby mode, you may be unable to do so.

CAUSE

This behavior can occur when an MS-DOS prompt is the active window (has focus).

RESOLUTION

To work around this behavior, note that Standby does not start until you either close the MS-DOS prompt, or shift focus to another program.

STATUS

This behavior is by design.

Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:9/28/2004
Keywords:kbPowerMan kbprb KB264545