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Computer Sleep and Backup

How do I prevent my MacBook air from shutting down during a backup or an update? It stops the backup and I have to restart the process.


MacBook Air 13", macOS 10.13

Posted on Jul 20, 2019 2:03 PM

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Posted on Jul 20, 2019 2:12 PM

Go to System Preferences > Energy Saver > and move Computer Sleep slider to Never.

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Computer Sleep and Backup

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