Sun Microsystems 2500 manual Putting the Workstation Into Low-PowerMode

Putting the Workstation Into Low-PowerMode

After a predetermined period of inactivity, the workstation might automatically enter the low-power mode. You can manually put the workstation into low-power mode.

1.Press the Sun Type 6 USB keyboard Sleep key (FIGURE 2-2). The Power Off Selection dialog box is displayed.

2.Select LowPower from the Power Off Selection dialog box.

The workstation completes any in-process activities, then enters low-power mode after a short time-out period.

Note – Use the keyboard Sleep key to place the workstation in low-power mode or to power off the workstation. See FIGURE 2-2.

Note – The Sleep key cannot be used to power on the workstation. Press the Power button on the front panel to power on the workstation.

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FIGURE 2-2Sun USB Type-6 Keyboard Sleep Key and Power Off Selection Menu

Activating the Workstation From Low-Power Mode

To activate a workstation that is in low-power mode, move the mouse or press any key on your keyboard. The monitor display, if blank, refreshes and the CPU and hard drives return to full power as needed.

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