Dell GU806 manual Configuring Power Management Settings, Hibernate Mode

Hibernate Mode

Hibernate mode conserves power by copying system data to a reserved area on the hard drive and then completely turning off the computer. When the computer exits hibernate mode, it returns to the same operating state it was in before entering hibernate mode.

NOTICE: You cannot remove devices or undock your computer while your computer is in hibernate mode.

Your computer enters hibernate mode if the battery charge level becomes critically low.

To manually enter hibernate mode:

•Click Start or → Turn off computer, press and hold <Shift>, and then click Hibernate. or

•Depending on how you set the power management options in the Power Options Properties window or the QuickSet Power Management Wizard, use one of the following methods to enter hibernate mode:

–Press the power button.

–Close the display.

–Press <Fn><Esc>.

NOTE: Some PC Cards or ExpressCards may not operate correctly after the computer exits hibernate mode. Remove and reinsert the card (see "Installing a PC Card or Express Card" in your online User’s Guide), or simply restart (reboot) your computer.

To exit hibernate mode, press the power button. The computer may take a short time to exit hibernate mode. You cannot make the computer exit hibernate mode by pressing a key or touching the touch pad or track stick. For more information on hibernate mode, see the documentation that came with your operating system.

Configuring Power Management Settings

You can use the QuickSet Power Management Wizard or Windows Power Options Properties to configure the power management settings on your computer.

•To access the QuickSet Power Management Wizard, double-click the QuickSet icon in the Microsoft® Windows® taskbar. For more information about QuickSet, click the Help button in the Power Management Wizard.

•To access the Power Options Properties window, click Start or → Control Panel→ Performance and Maintenance→ Power Options. For information on any field in the Power Options Properties window, click the question mark icon on the title bar and then click on the area where you need information.

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