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DESCRIPTION
InsomniaX disables the sleep mode on a Apple Laptop allowing you to play music through speakers while it's closed. Also adds the option to enable hibernation mode. We are currently looking for a new icon set for InsomniaX, if anyone can produce a new "lickable" set please contact the help desk
WHAT'S NEW
Version 1.3.5:
  • Now functional in Snow Leopard retail
  • Fixed bug relating to versions of OSX less then 10.6
  • Hibernation has been hidden but not removed please read the readme if you use this feature, bugs have also been fixed in the hibernation for 10.6
REQUIREMENTS
Mac OS X 10.5 or later.

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Developer:semaja2.net
Downloads:258,279
  - Version d/l:103,044
Utilities:System
License:Free
Date:17 Sep 2009
Platform:PPC/Intel

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Jul 28 2010

FLYIN  Hi guys when i installed this app my machine crashes, this what happens close the lid and the machine goes to sleep click on the icon at the top to enable insomnia i get a message saying to restart machine by pressing power button, what am i doing wrong, any help would be great.  
(Version 1.3.5)

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May 31 2010

TICO96  this should work for insomniax:http://www.mediafire.com/?2nnntmmncn0 just extract it  
(Version 1.3.5)

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Apr 7 2010

RAYADO12  I can create the icon for you, please contact me  
(Version 1.3.5)

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Dec 29 2009
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AKASEK  Running InsomniaX with "Load on AC" option on Snow Leopard (10.6) 15" Macbook Pro.

Exactly what I wanted - closing the lid while plugged in keeps the system on and if not plugged in, it will suspend.  
(Version 1.3.5)

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Dec 16 2009

CHRISTOA  I see a lot of complaints that this isn't working, or this caused weird issues, etc etc; some reviews are negatively directed *at* the developer.

1) The software is free

2) The software is complicated; it modifies the system's kexts

3) I'm seeing most complaints for 10.6 and some for 10.5. Which means you if you're doing something that has potential for screwing things up (see #2), you should be using Time Machine. Or praying to your local deity (not OS dependent).

I too am having problems with the Application on my computer, but I'd like to take this opportunity to thank the developer for his hard work.  
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Dec 16 2009

DAMIAN001  It's been 3 months since that comment. I fixed it 3 minutes after. Don't bump anything in the future. Besides, a new version of InsomniaX came out a while ago. Look around next time.  
(Version 1.3.5)

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Dec 16 2009

CHRISTOA  I apologize if you had made a follow-up comment; it wasn't in the same thread, it's not a new posting, and I cannot seem to figure out how to "expand all" replies when viewing all comments (Please fell free to tell me "You're doing it wrong" if I missed it).

I just have a thing about people expecting others to baby them through stuff, especially with complicated Apps like those that modify kexts, and your's just happened to be the one that got me to right a response.

Hopefully you understand the feeling, and I apologize for coming at you so abbrasively.  
(Version 1.3.5)

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Nov 24 2009

SOAP.CX  1) My Macbook 4,1 in 64 bit mode doesn't go back from SLEEP mode (.

2) After enabling InsomniaX I can't disable it, only by turning off (

Petr  
(Version 1.3.5)

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Jan 5 2010

BUSHWHACK  Same issue. MacBook Pro sleeps when running 64 bit and closing the lid. Had to uninstall.   
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Sep 26 2009

TSALAGI RED  My Macbook Pro with Leopard goes into kernel panic when I try to install this program.   
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Oct 9 2009

ADAMLOGAN  I am having this issue as well. I have an early mac book pro model running with leopard 10.5, kernel panics happen when insomniax is launched. Sometimes I can launch the program without having a kernel panic, but then the features of the program do not work.  
(Version 1.3.5)

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Nov 11 2009

RED-BARON  Same problem here. 10.5.8. Anyone know of a fix?  
(Version 1.3.5)

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Sep 21 2009

C3LSIUS  My Powerbook G4 started sleeping yesterday (possibly due to overheating problem) even though I was working on my computer and keeps on doing so after I wake it up. Today, it finally slept all the way through and I had to take out the battery to shut down and reboot.

I want to try downloading Insomniax for my OS 10.4.11. Does anyone know where I can download the previous version? I can't seem to find it online. I really really need it to try and see if it cures my laptop's sleeping problems. Thanks.   
(Version 1.3.5)

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Oct 17 2009

MCLOE  @ c3lsius: I had the same problems with my Powerbook; turned out to be a malfunctioning heat sensor. Check out this page: http://knit1spin1.wordpress.com/2007/11/14/narcoleptic-powerbook-cured/

It's really quite simple. My PB now works flawlessly again.  
(Version 1.3.5)

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Sep 10 2009

G35HOLDEM  I just upgraded to Snow Leopard and installed the new version of Insomniax. It seems to be working fine but the onld version used to give me an icon on the top status bar of my MacBook to let me know it was open and I was also able to adjust some settings from there. This new version does not give any indication that it is running or a way to turn it off. Anyone else having this issue?

Thanks  
(Version 1.3.4)

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Sep 12 2009

ANDYMNELSON  Same issues here, anyone know a fix? Thanks!  
(Version 1.3.4)

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Sep 13 2009

STIKE  I deleted the old version before installing this new one. Works without problems.

Try to remove/uninstall InsomniaX and re-install... this may be helpful.  
(Version 1.3.4)

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Sep 13 2009

G35HOLDEM  Worked perfectly. Thanks for the info!  
(Version 1.3.4)

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Sep 14 2009

ANDYMNELSON  Right on, worked for me too. THANKS A TON!  
(Version 1.3.4)

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