Getting Started
Sleep Mode limitations
Sleep Mode will not function under the following conditions:
■Power is turned back on immediately after shutting down.
■Memory circuits are exposed to static electricity or electrical noise.
Hibernation Mode
The Hibernation Mode feature saves the contents of memory to the hard disk drive when the computer is turned off so that, the next time it is turned on, the previous state is restored. Please note that the Hibernation Mode feature does not save the status of any peripheral devices connected to the computer.
■Save your data. While entering Hibernation Mode, the computer saves the contents of memory to the hard disk drive. However, for safety sake, it is best to save your data manually.
■Data will be lost if you remove the battery or disconnect the AC adaptor before the save is completed.
■Do not install or remove a memory module while the computer is in Hibernation Mode. Data will be lost.
Benefits of Hibernation Mode
The Hibernation Mode feature provides the following benefits:
■Saves data to the hard disk drive when the computer automatically shuts down because of a low battery condition.
■You can return to your previous working environment immediately when you turn on the computer.
■Saves power by shutting down the system when the computer receives no input or hardware access for the time period set by the System Hibernate feature.
■Allows the use of the panel power off feature.
Starting Hibernation Mode
You can also enable Hibernation Mode by pressing FN + F4 - please refer to Chapter 5, The Keyboard, for further details.
To enter Hibernation Mode, follow the steps below.
1.Click Start.
2.Point to the arrow icon (
) and then select Hibernate from the menu.
Automatic Hibernation Mode
The computer can be configured to enter Hibernation Mode automatically when you press the power button or close the lid. In order to define these settings, you can follow the steps as described below:
1.Click Start and click the Control Panel.
2.Click System and Security and click Power Options.
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