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MBP (2016) connection to wifi in sleep mode

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tomviolence

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Jan 16, 2012
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Noticing my friend’s new MBP 2016 (13" base NTB, obviously running macOS Sierra) stays connected to the wi-fi when in sleep mode. Given how Apple is pushing all of us to permanent wireless connectivity I would suspect this kind of behaviour has become standard practice. However, wondering if it were possible to get it to disconnect from the wi-fi when in sleep mode.

Already disabled, without effect:
• Power Nap
• Wake for network access

Much obliged.

EDIT:
Noticing by looking at the connected wireless clients on AirPort Extreme (hours after the MBP has gone to sleep).
 
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I doubt your friend's Mac is in full sleep mode, if wifi is still connected. To my knowledge it isn't possible to be in full sleep mode and stay connected to wifi.

Edited to add: Maybe he has the Mac in Power Nap mode, or just has the screen off.
 
I have no proof of this but I want to say it stays connected temporarily just in case you open the lid soon after closing it, it's right there. Once it gets into the lock screen I am trying to figure out if it is still connected to wifi.
 
BasicGreatGuy said:
If "wake for network access" is checked in power settings, that can trigger wifi even in sleep mode. I forgot about that. If it isn't checked, the Mac can't be in full sleep mode and have wifi access.
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Whats the path to this setting? I am not finding it. thanks
 
As stated in my op, turning off ‘Power Nap’ and ‘Wake for network access’ does not make a difference. Anyone else have suggestions? Thanks in advance.
 
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