Does software need to be installed? Also, does it really drain the battery when in sleep mode?
1094794
No software need to be installed. In 24 hours the battery drained from 100% to 96% in sleep mode.
1094795
I didn't need to install software. I haven't identified the specific set of activities that drain the battery. However, when the drive is mounted and the computer is being used, battery life is considerably reduced. I haven't noticed any extra draining of the battery when the computer is asleep.
1094796
To buder12No software needed to be installed.As soon as you get the card to the slot, it appeares in the Finder. And Transcend fits nicely to the slot.I haven't notice any battery drain when in sleep mode, at least so far.I hope my answers were useful to you.
1094797
There is no SW to install. I haven't noticed any battery drain since plugging it in.
195761
I'm not totally certain about the battery life. I left mine on using it here and there through the day and it well into the evening before I had to plug it in again. I also know that I left in sleep mode for over a week and it still had about 70% battery left it. It impressed me how long it would hold its battery power
723070
I had my first one for nine months before it died. The thing is, I never turned it off and now I'm doing that with my new one. I know it goes into 'sleep' mode after awhile but I believe it's still better to turn it off if you're not using it for a couple of days. Also, they come with a year guarantee so this time I'm going to try and not lose my receipt.
1481076
I leave mine plugged into power all the time, but I unplug it from my laptop. When I disconnect, it goes to sleep; then it wakes up and mounts when I plug back in. For reference I use a Mac not a PC.
1847062
Yes, just set the Sleep Mode, it counts down from 90 minutes, etc.. Please read the manual!
872913
To be honest, I'm too sure. I always make sure to turn off my screen before I close the case up. I know you have to go into you settings and accessories to turn on that feature but I don't think this product triggers auto sleep.
949052
My linkstation does not have a sleep function. I hate sleep modes. Always give problems. My model has on + off. Also an auto start function that is very unreliable. Maybe that's what you mean by a sleep function. Use On + Off and save yourself grief and wasted time. "code for NovaBackup?" What are you trying to do? Easy to backup the data on your linkstation. Backup the data folder as you have it mapped on your computer, F,G,H,I etc. Programming on the firmware is not available for backup. Contact Buffalo Tech Help by phone. Excellent help.
768307
My experience is whenever the laptops cover is closed, regardless of plugged into the Dock Station, it puts the laptop into sleep mode, would be a great feature, however, don't think it functions that way...
877523
no additional software is required its very much inset and your mac does the rest As for a drain on the battery nope ive found no change at all hope this helps
1427975
actually, yes. you have to turn it off when not in use. it doesn't have a sleep mode. thanks.
1664151
I have had no problems whatsoever. I have had it for over a year now (I think). The battery does get warm so I try to put it in a well ventilated place to let the air cool it as much as possible. This happens whether my computer is on for 1 hour or 10 hours - I do not leave my computer in sleep mode.
1207802
I get extremely good battery life, I believe the biggest power draw to be the HDD (which I replaced with a Samsung 840 Evo), so that may be why I get better than most. I also use the sleep function A LOT! But, this is my school and travel computer and I use it about 2-3 hours a day and only plugin every other day.
768763
yes it does put it into sleep mode but i prefer to power mine off when not in use due to the charging time.
1963600
I leave mine on 24/7 for the purpose of being able to access my media while I am traveling. It will sleep after a period of inactivity and you can set it up to go into deep sleep on a schedule.
1498403
As of now, not officially supported although it will "work" but may create problems with sleep/hibernation while plugged in
1243033
Does the mouse sleep/idle when not in use if the power switch is not turned off?
714690
I'm agreeing with the prior answer. No reason it can't run all night with enough battery power! I usually run mine for just a time then shut off manually though, but that's just my preference. Use the auto shut off occasionally too!