Basic Power Management Schemes
This section discusses the basic schemes of power management when the computer is operating on battery power or using AC power.
Standby vs. Hibernation
Standby unlike hibernation mode does not store unsaved information on your hard disk; it's stored only in the computer memory. If there is an interruption in power, the information is lost. So before putting your computer on standby, you should save your files.
Changing Devices:
Do not change devices while in standby or hibernate modes.
To enter the power management window complete the following:
1.Click Start > Settings > Control Panel.
2.
icon to display the Power Options Properties window.
3.Click the Power Schemes tab to display the basic power management options.
4.Select the time that you wish each of the following actions to occur in Battery and AC power mode.
•Turn off the monitor.
•Turn off the all hard disks.
•System standby mode.
•System hibernation mode.
Using Power Management Options 59
