Using Power Saving Modes

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System Suspend Mode

The computer saves the current state of the system in RAM and switches off power to the CPU. The tan power indicator light flashes in this mode.

To activate System Suspend mode

Press Fn+Esc. You can also use the PowerPanel utility to enter System Suspend mode.

To return to normal mode

Press any key.

System Hibernation Mode

The state of the system is saved on the hard drive and power is turned off. The power indicator light is off in this mode.

To activate System Hibernation mode

Press Fn+F12. You can also use the PowerPanel utility to enter System Hibernation mode.

To return to normal mode

Turn on the computer by sliding the power switch forward. The computer returns to its previous state.

When returning from System Hibernation mode, the system status stored on the hard disk is erased and the computer starts normally if you slide the power switch forward and hold for more than four seconds.

Time to return to normal mode:

System Idle requires less time than System Suspend, and System Suspend requires less time than System Hibernation.

Power consumption:

System Idle uses more power than System Suspend, and System Suspend uses more power than System Hibernation.