Windows 8 sleep setting

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When you have completed the power settings changes, click the Save changes button before closing the window. You can also change additional advanced settings by clicking the 'Change advanced power settings' link. The window that opens (shown above) allows you to change settings for turning off the display and whether or not to put the computer to sleep. You can also change the amount of time before the screen is turned off or the computer goes into Standby mode by selecting a different time limit. If you want to prevent your computer from going into Standby mode or turning off the screen, select Never. Laptop users can also click the power icon in their notification area to get to the power settings.