Configuring Your System
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Changing Power Management Settings
Power Management capability is designed to enable your computer to reduce power or shut itself off after being idle for a specified period of time.
1 From the Start menu, point to Settings, click Control Panel, then click Display.
The Power Options Properties dialog box opens, with the Power Schemes tab displayed.
2 Select the power scheme that is most appropriate for the way you use your computer.
To change a power scheme, change the settings for Turn off monitor, and Turn off hard disks, System stand by, and System hibernates.